Paul Griffin

Paul Griffin serves as Professor of Engineering and Director of the Penn State Consortium on Substance Use and Addiction at The Pennsylvania State University's College of Engineering. His work integrates engineering principles with public health initiatives to address substance use disorders through evidence-based interventions.

His research focuses on applying engineering frameworks to substance abuse prevention, particularly in developing systems-level solutions for opioid epidemic response and community health policy. Griffin leads interdisciplinary efforts through the Prevention Research Center, emphasizing data-driven approaches to human flourishing and addiction treatment accessibility.

As Director of the Consortium, Griffin coordinates statewide collaborations between academic researchers, healthcare providers, and policymakers. His leadership drives the implementation of evidence-based programs targeting substance use prevention while advancing the center's mission to inform public policy through rigorous scientific research.