I design and study meaningful and engaging ways for students and teachers to reconceptualize science education to be unintimidating, rigorous, and just.

My research centers around development economics and economic demography.

My current research interests include (i) topological data analysis, (ii) manifold learning, (iii) fMRI data analysis, and (iv) Euler calculus. My previous research interest was in harmonic analysis and dispersive partial differential equations. 

My research studies Governance and Policy (water & environmental).

My research explores contemporary performance artists and theatrical venues, particularly how food and environmental matter are utilized in both small and large scales of art practice.

My research explores the leadership of past and present student activists who have reshaped educational institutions to reflect the cultural and linguistic assets of their communities. I teach courses on public rhetoric, community writing, and research methods in writing studies.

My research focuses on adolescents’ psychosocial development and resilience within the context of proximal and distal influences in their socio-ecological systems. I also aim to strengthen collaboration among families, schools, and communities to promote positive youth development and support youth in navigating challenges with resilience.

My research explores computer security, computer systems and architecture, and AI for systems and security.

My research goal is to promote safe travel and ensure the health and well-being of tourists, organizations, and other key stakeholders within the tourism and hospitality industries. My expertise includes risk and crisis communication, tourist safety and security, and the role of social media in tourism. I am dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in my field, contributing to safer and more resilient tourism practices.
 

My research explores comparative politics and authoritarian politics.