John Sideris

John Sideris is a Research Professor and Director of Instrument Development and Psychometric/Statistical Analysis at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, part of the University of Southern California. He earned his PhD in Quantitative Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with earlier degrees from the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. His work focuses on statistical methodologies, psychometric analysis, and neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism detection and measurement. He collaborates extensively with Dr. Grace Baranek’s insp!re Lab, contributing to over 70 published works. Key areas include sensory processing in infants and children, telehealth interventions for diabetes management, and the development of standardized assessment tools for autism risk. His research bridges statistical rigor with clinical applications, emphasizing early intervention and population health.

• Education:
  • PhD in Quantitative Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2006)
  • MA in Quantitative Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2003)
  • MA in Social Psychology, University of Texas at Austin (1993)
  • BA in Psychology, University of Colorado Colorado Springs (1990)
• Research Interests:
  • Psychometric analysis and statistical modeling
  • Neurodevelopmental disorders, especially autism
  • Sensory processing in infants and children
  • Telehealth and occupational therapy interventions
• Notable Collaborations:
  • Principal investigator on projects involving autism early detection and diabetes self-management
  • Member of the insp!re Lab, focusing on neurodevelopmental sensory processing

His research has advanced understanding of sensory trajectories in children, the role of caregiver responsiveness in developmental outcomes, and the efficacy of telehealth for chronic disease management. He emphasizes practical applications of statistical methods to improve clinical and community health outcomes.