جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Operations Research
• Mathematical Modeling
• Statistics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Edward H. Kaplan is the William N. and Marie A. Beach Professor of Management Sciences at the Yale School of Management, Professor of Public Health at the Yale School of Medicine, and Professor of Engineering at the Yale School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. He holds secondary appointments in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Health Policy & Management, the Institution for Social and Policy Studies, and Statistics. Education: PhD in Urban Studies, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1984) SM in Mathematics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1982) SM in Operations Research and City Planning, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1979) BA in Urban/Economic Geography, McGill University (1977) Kaplan is an expert in operations research, mathematical modeling, and statistics, focusing on public policy and management. His research spans counterterrorism, HIV prevention, bioterrorism, and public health modeling. He has developed models for suicide bomber detection, smallpox response logistics, needle exchange program effectiveness, and wastewater-based disease surveillance. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Koopman Prize (2003, 2005), INFORMS President’s Award (2002), Charles C. Shepard Science Award (2009), and INFORMS Fellow (2005). He has also served as President of INFORMS (2016) and co-directs the Daniel Rose Technion-Yale Initiative in Homeland Security.

Crystal R. Watsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health Preparedness
• Biodefense
• Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Crystal R. Watson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, with a joint role as Senior Associate at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security. She specializes in public health preparedness, risk assessment during emergencies, and biodefense policy. She holds a DrPH and MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a BA from the University of Colorado. Her research focuses on federal funding and management of biodefense programs, crisis decision-making, and global health security. Notable projects include assessments of Taiwan’s IHR compliance and analysis of Hurricane Katrina’s medical response. She serves as Associate Editor of Health Security and has authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles. Key contributions include publications on biological threat characterization, pandemic event management, and Ebola risk perception. She advises on policies to address catastrophic biological risks and has led projects funded by federal agencies.

Shoshana R. Sheltonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Program Evaluation
• Performance Measurement
• Public Health
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Shoshana R. Shelton is a Professor at the RAND School of Public Policy and a Policy Researcher at the RAND Corporation. Her work centers on program evaluation, public health systems, emergency preparedness, and national health security, with significant contributions to pandemic response, violence prevention, and crisis decision-making. She has led major projects for federal agencies including the CDC, DHS, FEMA, and the U.S. Secret Service. Education: M.P.H., The Ohio State University B.A. in English, Denison University Her research focuses on strengthening public health infrastructure through performance measurement, logic modeling, and stakeholder engagement. She has developed tools such as tabletop exercises for continuity of operations in public health laboratories and led after-action reviews of the public health response to COVID-19. Her work emphasizes building resilience against biological threats, natural disasters, and targeted violence. Shelton's recent publications highlight trends in emergency alert systems, disaster resilience, criminal justice reform during pandemics, and equitable health security research investment. She advocates for evidence-based policies that balance bioterrorism preparedness with responses to natural disasters and climate-related emergencies. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. She has advised or collaborated with numerous federal and state agencies, contributing to national health security through rigorous evaluation and policy analysis. Her grants and projects reflect sustained funding from DHS, CDC, and other federal bodies focused on improving public safety and health system readiness. She has also led initiatives on behavioral threat assessment in schools and wearable technology for law enforcement wellness. Labs and Teams: Previously led a four-year project on mass attacks and targeted violence for the U.S. Secret Service. Collaborated with the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) on continuity of operations planning. Contributed to the Priority Criminal Justice Needs Initiative, fostering innovation across law enforcement, courts, and corrections.

Lawrence M. Weinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Public Health
• Homeland Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lawrence M. Wein is the Jeffrey S. Skoll Professor of Management Science at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, where he also serves as Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. He holds a PhD in Operations Research from Stanford (1988) and has taught operations management at MIT (1988–2002) and Stanford since 2003. His research spans operations management, public health, and homeland security, with notable contributions to HIV therapy optimization, bioterror response logistics, and forensic science innovations. His academic roles include Senior Fellow at Stanford’s Center for International Security and Cooperation, and editorial leadership as Editor-in-Chief of Operations Research (2000–2005). Notable awards include the Kimball Medal, Lanchester Prize, and membership in the National Academy of Engineering. Research interests emphasize applying operations research to real-world challenges, such as optimizing radiation detection systems, analyzing sexual assault kit backlogs, and improving ballistic imaging techniques. His work bridges theoretical models with practical policy, impacting areas like healthcare, counterterrorism, and criminal justice. Key contributions include developing the workload regulating release policy in semiconductor manufacturing, influencing U.S. smallpox vaccination strategy, and advancing mathematical models for cancer treatment and pandemic influenza control. His recent focus includes forensic genetic genealogy and crime-solving technologies. Grants and collaborations span industries, governments, and academic institutions, reflecting interdisciplinary impact. His teaching includes courses on operations management, stochastic networks, and homeland security applications.

Paul Keimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pathogen Genomics
• Molecular Epidemiology
• Bacterial Pathogens
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Paul Keim is a Distinguished Professor at Northern Arizona University and holds the Cowden Endowed Chair in Microbiology. He serves as a Regents Professor of Biology and leads the Pathogen Genomics Program, a joint initiative between TGen and Northern Arizona University. His work focuses on bacterial pathogen genomics, biodefense, and molecular epidemiology. Institution: Northern Arizona University & TGen Division: Immunology and Microbial Genomics Division Email: pkeim@tgen.org Dr. Keim specializes in genomic forensic analysis of biothreat agents like Bacillus anthracis (anthrax), Yersinia pestis (plague), and Francisella tularensis (tularemia). His research includes understanding pathogen evolution, ecology, and epidemiology to develop advanced diagnostics and therapeutics. He has collaborated with federal agencies on bioterrorism response, notably providing critical forensic analysis during the 2001 anthrax attacks. Key publication trends include genomic surveillance of bacterial pathogens, evolutionary dynamics , and molecular identification tools . His studies often employ whole-genome sequencing , SNP analysis , and MLVA techniques. Scientific Awards Cowden Endowed Chair in Microbiology, Northern Arizona University Dr. Keim's work has shaped modern bioforensic methodologies , particularly for anthrax and plague. His lab's 1993 analysis of the Tokyo anthrax attack linked it to Aum Shinrikyo, establishing genomic tools as critical for biocrime investigations.

• Infectious Diseases
• HIV/AIDS Research
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steven Aronin is an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine and serves as Chief of Infectious Disease at Waterbury Hospital. He holds multiple leadership roles including Medical Director of the Waterbury Hospital Infectious Disease and Travel Clinic, Program Director for Ryan White HIV Programs, and Hospital Epidemiologist. His academic work focuses on infectious diseases, particularly meningitis, endocarditis, HIV/AIDS, and antibiotic efficacy. Dr. Aronin completed his MD at Ross University School of Medicine and residency at Yale Primary Care Internal Medicine Program. He has been a Core Faculty member at Waterbury Hospital since 2009 and oversees the Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program's Infectious Disease training. He is also President of the Connecticut Infectious Disease Society. His research emphasizes translational antibiotic studies, particularly sulopenem's efficacy against resistant pathogens like E. coli and K. pneumoniae. Recent work includes phase 3 trials comparing sulopenem to ertapenem for intra-abdominal infections, and evaluating its use in UTIs and anthrax models. Key findings include sulopenem's superior efficacy in UTIs and its potential as a biodefense agent against inhalational anthrax. Dr. Aronin actively contributes to clinical guidelines through studies on HIV screening integration and bacteriuria's clinical impact. His work bridges academic research with direct patient care, emphasizing antibiotic stewardship and improving infectious disease treatment outcomes.

• Disaster Management
• Public Health Preparedness
• Emergency Response
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Curt Harris is an Associate Professor and Director of the Institute for Disaster Management (IDM) at the University of Georgia's College of Public Health. He holds concurrent appointments in Health Policy & Management and Epidemiology & Biostatistics. His roles include overseeing undergraduate and graduate educational programs, directing IDM's research and outreach initiatives, and serving as a liaison between the college administration and external partners. Dr. Harris earned a BS in Chemistry from Georgia College and State University and a PhD in Toxicology from UGA. His career at UGA spans over a decade, encompassing staff and faculty roles before becoming IDM Director. His research focuses on disaster management, public health preparedness, and emergency response systems, with recent emphasis on healthcare workforce resilience, nuclear event response, and pandemic preparedness. His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to disaster challenges, including nuclear fallout modeling, CNA staffing shortages, and integrating machine learning in burn patient outcomes. Dr. Harris leads major projects like the South Carolina Low Country Emergency Preparedness Program and the Southern Regional Disaster Response System. His work has been featured in media outlets like NPR, CBS46, and the Huffington Post. Dr. Harris teaches courses such as Introduction to Disaster Management and Public Health Crises and Disaster Management . He advocates for disaster education as a core competency in public health curricula. His professional service includes coordinating the CPH graduate program and advising on emergency medical protocols.

Shelley A. Hearneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Public Health Advocacy
• Health Policy
• Urban Health
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Shelley A. Hearne is the Deans Sommer and Klag Distinguished Professor of the Practice in Public Health and a faculty member in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She also serves as director of the Lerner Center for Public Health Advocacy and executive director of the Forsythia Foundation. Her work centers on strengthening public health advocacy, policy engagement, and health equity in urban and governmental settings. DrPH, Columbia Mailman School of Public Health, 1994 MPH, Columbia Mailman School of Public Health, 1988 AB, Bowdoin College, 1983 Dr. Hearne’s research focuses on public health advocacy, health policy, urban health systems, food safety, bioterrorism preparedness, and pandemic response. She explores how to build advocacy capacity within the public health workforce and develop equitable, evidence-based policies. Her work emphasizes the integration of science, policy, and community engagement to improve health outcomes. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on policy development, advocacy training, and equity-centered approaches to public health. Articles analyze syllabi in public health education, advocate for competency-based training, and promote tools for equitable policy-making. Her research spans journals like Journal of Public Health Management and Practice and book chapters with Oxford University Press and APHA Press. American Public Health Association Executive Director’s Citation Bowdoin College Common Good Award Senator Frank Lautenberg Award for lifetime achievement in public health advocacy (2006) Delta Omega Curricula Award (2004) Elected member, Delta Omega Society, Alpha Eta Chapter (2006) Dr. Hearne has led major public health initiatives including founding CityHealth and serving as executive director of the Big Cities Health Coalition and managing director at The Pew Health Group. She has authored influential national reports, testified before Congress, and contributed to accreditation and oversight of public health schools. She currently teaches courses in public health advocacy and health policy leadership. She is also a trustee at Bowdoin College and chairs their Committee on Inclusion. Dr. Hearne leads the Lerner Center for Public Health Advocacy, a hub for research, training, and policy engagement aimed at building advocacy capacity across the public health field. Her work fosters collaboration between academia, government, and nonprofit sectors to advance health equity and effective public health practice.

Eileen M. Barryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vaccine Development
• Enteric Pathogens
• Shigella
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eileen M. Barry serves as Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, with secondary appointments in Medical and Research Technology and Microbiology and Immunology. She directs education for the Center of Vaccine Development & Global Health, leading research on vaccines against enteric pathogens and biodefense threats. Her academic background includes: B.A. in Biology from University of Delaware (1985) Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College of Virginia (1991) Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of Maryland School of Medicine Center for Vaccine Development (1992-1994) Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of Maryland School of Medicine Center for Vaccine Development (1994-1996) Dr. Barry's research focuses on oral live attenuated vaccines targeting Shigella , enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC), and Francisella tularensis . Her work spans pathogen engineering, host-pathogen interactions, and clinical translation, with emphasis on pediatric and military applications. Key methodologies include human enteroid models, BSL3/ABSL3 pathogenesis studies, and immunogenicity assessment. Recent publications reveal a strategic shift toward multivalent platforms and advanced organoid systems for predicting human immune responses. Her scientific recognition includes: University System of Maryland PROMISE Alliance Outstanding Faculty Mentor (2015) Faculty Teacher of the Year Award (2011) Teaching Commendation in Host Defenses (2009/2012) As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Barry has served on Graduate Student Admissions Committees since 2007 and received special recognition for advancing underrepresented STEM students. Her substantial NIH funding portfolio includes: P01AI125181: Pathogenesis of E. Coli and Shigella in Human Enteroid Models (2016-2021) R01AI125841: Serological Assays for Shigella Vaccine Efficacy (2016-2021) R01AI123129: Tularemia Vaccine Protection Correlates (2016-2021) Her laboratory operates BSL2/3 and ABSL2/3 facilities, integrating genetic engineering, organoid models, and genomics to dissect enteric pathogenesis and accelerate vaccine development for global health impact.

Henry H. Willisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Risk Analysis and Management
• Homeland Security
• Critical Infrastructure Protection
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Henry H. Willis is Associate Director of the Meselson Center, Senior Policy Researcher at RAND, and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. His work focuses on reducing risks from biological threats, critical infrastructure, climate change, and terrorism through rigorous policy analysis and risk management frameworks. Ph.D. in Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University M.S. in Environmental Engineering, University of Cincinnati B.A. in Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania Willis is a leading expert in risk analysis, with research spanning biosecurity, homeland security, energy security, environmental management, and public health preparedness. His work integrates engineering, policy, and systems thinking to evaluate national preparedness for chemical, biological, nuclear, and radiological threats, as well as climate and disaster risks. He has developed analytical frameworks for biosurveillance, infrastructure resilience, and terrorism risk modeling. His recent publications focus on catastrophic cyber risk insurance, wastewater surveillance sustainability, food-energy-water security, soft target protection, and risk-based decisionmaking in public health and homeland security. These works reflect a consistent theme of applying quantitative risk analysis to inform national and international policy. Member, Council on Foreign Relations Committee Member, Science and Governance Committees of the Society for Risk Analysis Willis has testified before Congress, advised U.S. and international government agencies, and served on National Academy of Sciences committees. His prior experience includes program evaluation at the White House Office of Management and Budget and infrastructure design as a water and wastewater engineer. He leads research initiatives on strategic planning at DHS, border security, and energy resilience, often advising on grant programs and regulatory impact analysis. He is affiliated with the Meselson Center and has directed programs within the RAND Homeland Security Research Division, including the Strategy, Policy, and Operations Program and the Infrastructure, Immigration, and Security Operations Program. His work supports public safety decisionmaking through tools like the Pardee RAND Food-Energy-Water Index and risk maturity assessments.

David S. Markensonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disaster Medicine
• Public Health Preparedness
• Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David S. Markenson is a Professor at New York Medical College's School of Health Sciences and Practice , where he co-founded the Center for Disaster Medicine (CDM) in 2005 and currently serves as its Director . He is also the Senior Associate Dean for Research and Medical Director of the Center of Excellence in Precision Responses to Bioterrorism and Disasters. His career spans academic leadership, clinical practice, and healthcare administration across institutions like Sky Ridge Medical Center and Hospital Corporation of America. Education: MD from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, MBA from University of Massachusetts Amherst, Pediatrics residency at NYU, Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center As a board-certified expert in Pediatrics , Pediatric Critical Care , and Clinical Informatics , Dr. Markenson's research focuses on disaster medicine , pediatric emergency care , and healthcare system preparedness . His work includes developing international first aid guidelines and improving disability-inclusive disaster planning . Recent publications highlight his contributions to first aid science , heat stroke management , and pediatric cardiac care . He has authored over 250 presentations and key texts in disaster medicine. Scientific accolades include Fellowships in the American College of Emergency Physicians and multiple national academies. Grants: Principal investigator on federal, state, and regional grants for disaster preparedness Leadership: Former Chair of American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, Chair of International Federation's Evidence-Based Health Group

Brian Gerberمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Disaster Policy and Management
• Homeland Security Policy
• Environmental Regulatory Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brian Gerber is an Associate Professor at the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions and co-director of the Center for Emergency Management and Homeland Security at Arizona State University. His research focuses on disaster policy, homeland security administration, and environmental regulatory frameworks. He has extensive experience in policy analysis and program evaluation for government agencies and disaster relief nonprofits. Gerber's work bridges academic research with practical governance, addressing challenges such as interagency coordination in disaster response and language accessibility in emergency preparedness. His expertise spans climate change policy, cybersecurity in healthcare systems, and resilience strategies for critical infrastructure. He has contributed to national dialogues on pandemic response, bioterrorism preparedness, and the integration of smart city technologies with disaster management. Key areas of focus include the adaptation of urban centers to major epidemics, policy implementation dynamics in environmental justice, and cross-domain risk mitigation. Gerber has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and co-edited influential texts on public administration research methods and natural hazards governance. His research frequently emphasizes marginalized populations, such as persons with disabilities in disaster planning, and evaluates the role of universities as community stakeholders in disaster service provision. Gerber collaborates with international agencies on crisis translation policies and has advised on federal-state coordination during high-profile incidents like the Capitol riot and pandemic response.

Robert F. Phalenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Air Pollution
• Aerosol Medicine
• Inhalation Toxicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert F. Phalen is a Professor of Medicine and Environmental Health at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) , holding a joint appointment in the School of Medicine and the Program in Public Health’s Department of Environmental and Occupational Health . He serves as the Director of the Air Pollution Health Effects Laboratory (APHEL) , a formal research center under the UCI Program in Public Health. His career spans over five decades, focusing on the health effects of air pollution and aerosol exposure. Education: Ph.D. – Field not explicitly stated, but inferred from academic and research roles. Research Interests: His research is deeply interdisciplinary, covering: Air Pollution : Health impacts of ambient and occupational air pollutants. Aerosol Medicine : Therapeutic and diagnostic applications of aerosols. Inhalation Toxicology : Toxic effects of inhaled substances on respiratory systems. Pulmonary Anatomy : Structural and functional aspects of the lungs in response to aerosol exposure. Research Ethics : Ethical considerations in human and animal inhalation studies. Bioterror Aerosols : Risk assessment and countermeasures against airborne bioterror agents. Scientific Contributions: Phalen has authored numerous books, peer-reviewed papers, and conference proceedings. His work has shaped national air quality standards and inhalation toxicology protocols. He has led major federally funded projects and mentored generations of researchers in environmental health sciences. Awards & Honors: 2021 Thomas T. Mercer Joint Prize – AAAR & ISAM Fellow – Academy of Toxicological Sciences Fellow – Southern California Academy of Sciences Lifetime Achievement Award – Society of Toxicology Public Education Award – California Biomedical Research Association Grants & Funding: NIH Grant #AI065359 – Co-Investigator C.S. Stocking Fund Endowment – Principal Investigator, “Children at Risk: Air Pollution Hazards” Labs & Centers: He leads the Air Pollution Health Effects Laboratory (APHEL) at UCI, which serves as a central hub for interdisciplinary research on air pollution and health. He is also affiliated with AIR UCI , an Organized Research Center focused on atmospheric and inhalation research.

Jack Chowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Global Health Diplomacy
• Public Health Policy
• Infectious Diseases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ambassador Jack Chow serves as the Tom and Ruth Sharkey Distinguished Visiting Scholar at Seton Hall University's School of Diplomacy and International Relations. A former U.S. Ambassador, he pioneered global health diplomacy as the first Assistant Director-General of the World Health Organization for HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, and previously held the rank of Ambassador as Special Representative on Global HIV/AIDS under Secretary of State Colin Powell. His exceptional educational foundation spans multiple disciplines: M.D. in Medicine from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine M.P.A. in International Policy from Harvard University Kennedy School of Government M.B.A. in Finance from University of Chicago Booth School of Business M.S. in Public Health from University of California at Berkeley School of Public Health B.A. in Political Science from University of Pennsylvania Dr. Chow's research focuses on strategic intersections of diplomacy and public health, particularly in combating HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria through international cooperation. His work established critical frameworks for addressing bioterrorism threats and global infectious disease responses, emphasizing cross-border policy coordination and resource mobilization. Key Recognition: Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Fellow (2013) for research on national strategic policy design Throughout his academic career at Heinz College and Seton Hall, Dr. Chow has mentored students in global health governance while leading high-impact initiatives like the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, which has mobilized over $50 billion for disease prevention and treatment worldwide.

Nathaniel Hupertمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Healthcare Operations Research
• Infectious Disease Modeling
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Nathaniel Hupert, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Population Health Sciences and Associate Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and an Associate Attending Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. A practicing internist and internationally recognized public-health modeler, he directs his research toward healthcare-process optimization and emergency-response logistics for both routine care and large-scale crises. Education A.B., Harvard College (1988) M.D., Harvard Medical School (1994) M.P.H., Harvard School of Public Health (2000) Research Focus Dr. Hupert’s scholarship integrates process mining , discrete-event simulation , and data-driven decision science to strengthen preparedness for bioterrorism, pandemic influenza, COVID-19, and anthrax events. His models of mass antibiotic dispensing (BERM Point-of-Dispensing staffing model) and hospital surge capacity (AHRQ Surge Model) have been downloaded and applied by public-health agencies worldwide. Current work extends to heterologous vaccination strategies, social determinants of COVID-19 transmission, and equity in child mortality. Scientific Awards & Honors Rotary Foundation Scholarship, University of Otago (1989) Rose Seegal Essay Prize, Harvard Medical School (1994) Outstanding Volunteer Service, University of Pittsburgh Medical School (1997) Pforzheimer Public Service Award, Harvard School of Public Health (1999–2000) Most Outstanding Abstract, AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting (2003) Grants & Leadership Roles Principal Investigator on multiple federally funded projects including Managing Epidemics by Managing Mobility (NIAID, 2022-2025) and sub-awards from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. He founded and led the CDC Preparedness Modeling Unit (2008-2010), served on the DHHS Anthrax Modeling Working Group (2003-2009), and currently acts as Policy Lead for the Oxford-based COVID-19 International Modeling Consortium (CoMo). Laboratory & Collaborative Networks Dr. Hupert heads interdisciplinary teams that bridge Weill Cornell, the NewYork-Presbyterian healthcare system, and global partners such as the CoMo consortium. These collaborations translate simulation insights into operational tools for hospitals, public-health departments, and federal agencies.