Work with thought leaders and academic experts in health

Companies can benefit from working with academic researchers in the field of health in several ways. These experts can provide valuable insights and expertise to enhance your company's products or services. They can conduct research studies to validate the effectiveness of your health-related products. Academic researchers can also help develop evidence-based strategies to improve health outcomes. Additionally, they can contribute to the development of new technologies and innovations in the health industry. Collaborating with health thought leaders can give your company a competitive edge and help you stay at the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of health.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in health include Christos Makridis, Alex Ehlert, Ph.D., Benita Olivier, Kostadin Kushlev, Karina van de Voorde, Ryan Howell, Mark Ryan, Jennifer Aaker, Adrienne Lucas, Catherine Tucker, Ariel Kalil, and Steve Joordens.

Christos Makridis

Nashville, TN
10 Years Experience
Web3 and Labor Economist in Academia, Entrepreneurship, and Policy
Education

Stanford University

Dual Ph.D., Economics and Management Science & Engineering / June, 2018

Stanford, California, United States of America

Arizona State University

B.S., Economics and Mathematics / May, 2012

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University

Digital Fellow / August, 2020 — Present

Department of Veterans Affairs

Senior Adviser, National AI Institute / January, 2020 — Present

Columbia Business School

Adjunct Associate Research Scholar / February, 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (16)
Finance
Economics and Econometrics
Accounting
Pharmacology (medical)
Law
And 11 more
About
Christos A. Makridis holds academic appointments at Columbia Business School, Stanford University, Baylor University, University of Nicosia, and Arizona State University. He is also an adjunct scholar at the Manhattan Institute, senior adviser at Gallup, and senior adviser at the National AI Institute in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Christos is the CEO/co-founder of [Dainamic](https://www.dainamic.ai/), a technology startup working to democratize the use and application of data science and AI techniques for small and mid sized organizations, and CTO/co-founder of [Living Opera](https://www.livingopera.org/), a web3 startup working to bridge classical music and blockchain technologies. Christos previously served on the White House Council of Economic Advisers managing the cybersecurity, technology, and space activities, as a Non-resident Fellow at the Cyber Security Project in the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, as a Digital Fellow at the Initiative at the Digital Economy in the MIT Sloan School of Management, a a Non-resident Research Scientist at Datacamp, and as a Visiting Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Christos’ primary academic research focuses on labor economics, the digital economy, and personal finance and well-being. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed research papers in academic journals and over 170 news articles in the press. Christos earned a Bachelor’s in Economics and Minor in Mathematics at Arizona State University, as well a dual Masters and PhDs in Economics and Management Science & Engineering at Stanford University.

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Alex Ehlert, Ph.D.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
9 Years Experience
Applied Sports Scientist and Researcher with 25+ peer-reviewed publications and extensive experience applying scientific principles and data-informed systems to real-world sports performance environments.
Education

Old Dominion University

Ph.D., Human Movement Sciences (Applied Kinesiology) / August, 2021

Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

M.S., Exercise Physiology / May, 2017

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

B.S., Kinesiology - Sports Medicine / May, 2015

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Experience

Exerfly

Applied Sports Scientist / October — Present

I serve as a technical expert on the use of flywheel resistance training across various sports science, sports performance, rehabilitation, and fitness settings. This includes developing educational materials about the science and application of flywheel resistance training, organization of research libraries on the benefits of flywheel training, the collection of case study data, and the writing of case studies and white papers from this data.

Fenris Group

Sports Science Consultant (R&D) / May, 2022 — October, 2023

In this role, I served as a sports science consultant and R&D specialist as part of the Research & Innovation department at a sports technology startup. In this role, I planned and implemented applied research projects including the validation of existing products, exploratory projects to develop new features and products, and consulted with all departments on sports science research and principles across the entire product lifecycle. Notable achievements included the development of a sports science smartphone application prototype, which was capable of measuring over 100 metrics about athlete movement and performance using marker less motion capture.

Research Scientist and Sport Scientist / May, 2022 — October, 2023

Planned and implemented research and statistical projects as part of a multi-disciplinary research and development team. Provided sports science and research expertise to RD initiatives focused on the development and validation of innovative performance technologies and software offerings. Created statistical scripts to process clean and analyze data and to create data visualizations and reports to convey key insights to stakeholders and clients. Coordinated health and performance profiling for athletic organizations at the sports science lab including the integration of multiple data sources to provide actionable insights to athletes and coaches.

North Carolina Wesleyan University

Assistant Professor / August, 2021 — May, 2022

As a tenure track faculty member in the department of exercise science, I engaged in scholarly research, instructed undergraduate courses, and supervised students as they engaged in academic research projects. My research focus was on the use of field-based technology (GPS, radar guns, portable force plates) to assess and monitor athlete health, fitness, and performance over time. I was also collaborating with external colleagues on projects related to the measurement and use of technology to aid coaching and decision-making in golf and other skill-based sports.

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science / May, 2021 — June, 2022

Managed research teams consisting of colleagues student researchers and external collaborators to conduct sports science research projects and publish results in scientific journals. Developed health and performance testing protocols for athletes on campus which integrated outputs from multiple technologies applied statistical models and generated reports and dashboards to provide data-informed insights to student-athletes and coaches. Created standard operating procedures to ensure high-quality data collection procedures were adhered to within the Applied Physiology Laboratory. Supervised student-led research projects including guidance on research methodology data collection and analysis and preparation of scientific reports manuscripts and presentations.

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Health
Other Research Expertise (9)
Sports Science
Biomechanics
Golf Research
Exercise Physiology
Fitness Technologies
And 4 more
About
Dr. Alex Ehlert has a strong academic background in the field of Human Movement Sciences and has dedicated his career to understanding and improving human performance. He received his Ph.D. in Human Movement Sciences with a concentration in Applied Kinesiology from Old Dominion University in 2021. Prior to this, he earned his M.S. in Exercise Physiology and B.S. in Kinesiology - Sports Medicine from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Dr. Ehlert has extensive experience in both academia and industry, working as an Assistant Professor at North Carolina Wesleyan University and conducting research and consulting for sports technology companies. He has also worked published 25+ peer-reviewed scientific publications on various topics related to sports science, sports technology and data, and human physiology. In his current role as an Applied Sports Scientist at Exerfly Sport, Dr. Ehlert applies his knowledge and expertise to develop educational resources and serve as a technical expert on the science and application of flywheel training. He also works as a Sport Science and R&D Consultant for various organizations, developing scientific and data-informed systems to help support coaches and the athletes they work with. Dr. Ehlert's passion for his field is evident in his dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in human movement and sports science. His expertise and experience make him a valuable asset to any team or organization looking to improve performance and prevent injuries.

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Benita Olivier

Oxford
20 Years Experience
Professor at Oxford Brookes University | Director of the Wits Cricket Research Hub for Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation | Knowledge Creator | Research Development & Innovation
Education

University of the Witwatersrand

Ph.D, Cricket injury prevention and rehabilitation | biomechanics | fast bowling / December, 2013

Johannesburg

University of Dundee

MSc Motion Analysis, Human movement analysis | biomechanics / June, 2019

Dundee

University of the Witwatersrand

MSc Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal physiotherapy | muscle | joint | bone | nerves / December, 2009

Johannesburg
Experience

University of the Witwatersrand

Professor / January, 2020 — May, 2023

Lecturer | Senior lecturer | Associate professor / April, 2008 — January, 2020

Oxford Brookes University

Professor / June, 2023 — Present

Department of Health

Clinical Physiotherapist / January, 2004 — March, 2008

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Health
Other Research Expertise (6)
Rehabilitation
Sports
Cricket
Research capacity development
Strategic leadership
And 1 more
About
Benita Olivier is a highly qualified and experienced academic and clinician in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation. She holds a Ph.D in Cricket injury prevention and rehabilitation, specialising in biomechanics and fast bowling. She obtained her MSc in Motion Analysis from the University of Dundee and her MSc in Physiotherapy from the University of the Witwatersrand. With over 16 years of experience in the field, Professor Olivier has held various positions in both academia and clinical practice. She holds a professorship position at Oxford Brookes University. In addition to her academic career, Professor Olivier has also worked as a clinical physiotherapist for the Department of Health. Her areas of expertise include musculoskeletal physiotherapy, an area that focus on muscle, joint, bone, and nerve injuries. Professor Olivier's research interests lie in the prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries, particularly in cricket. She has published numerous articles and book chapters in this area and continues to make significant contributions to the field through her research and teaching. Professor Olivier is also the founder of Research Masterminds, an initiative that supports postgraduate students and researchers through their research journeys.

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Kostadin Kushlev

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
13 Years Experience
My research focuses on interventions to improve well-being by promoting better digital habits.
Education

University of British Columbia

PhD, Psychology / August, 2015

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2008

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

University of Virginia

Research Scientist / August, 2015 — August, 2018

Research Expertise (4)
Social Psychology
Communication
Applied Psychology
Human-Computer Interaction
About
I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com

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Karina van de Voorde

Tilburg
12 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Behavioral Sciences at Tilburg University
Education

Tilburg University

PhD student, Human Resource Studies / May, 2010

Tilburg
Experience

Tilburg University

Assistant Professor (tenured 2015) / May, 2012 — Present

Radboud University Nijmegen

Assistant Professor / May, 2010 — May, 2012

Research Expertise (12)
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Management of Technology and Innovation
Strategy and Management
Business and International Management
Industrial relations
And 7 more
About
Karina van de Voorde's research is focused on aligning the Organizational Behavior/Occupational Health Psychology orientation towards the topic of organizational performance. Karina was the lead author of the publication "Employee Well-Being and the HRM - Organizational Performance Relationship: A Review of Quantitative Studies"

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
18 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Education

University of California, Riverside

PhD, Social / Personality Psychology Division / 2005

Riverside, California, United States of America

University of California, Riverside

MA, Social / Personality Psychology / 2002

Riverside, California, United States of America

Westmont College

BSc, Psychology / 1998

Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
Experience

San Francisco State University, Department of Psychology

Associate Professor / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (34)
Happiness
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
History and Philosophy of Science
Applied Psychology
And 29 more
About
Dr. Ryan Howell is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University. His research interests include the psychology of goals and how people pursue and achieve them. Dr. Howell received his PhD in Social/Personality Psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2005.

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Mark Ryan

7 Years Experience
Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research
Education

National University of Ireland, Galway

PhD, Ethics - AI / 2015

Galway

National University of Ireland, Galway

MA, Philosophy / 2010

Galway

Carlow University

BA, Philosophy / 2008

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Wageningen University and Research Wageningen Economic Research

Digital Ethics Researcher at Wageningen Economic Research / August, 2020 — Present

He specialises in the ethics of AI, data-sharing, and robotics. In his work at Wageningen, his research gives a special attention to ethical and societal concerns of developing and implementing digital technologies

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2019 — 2020

In this position at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Dr. Barbro Fröding on the ethics of technology, specifically focusing on the ethics of artificial intelligence. As part of my role, I published several international peer-reviewed articles, attended international conferences to disseminate my work, organised internal workshops, and applied for grant funding.

University of Twente

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2018 — 2019

In my position at University of Twente, I worked in the Department of Philosophy alongside Prof. Brey and Dr. Macnish on the prestigious and exciting 3 ½ - year international SHERPA Project that was funded through the European Union Horizon 2020 “Science with and for Society” program with a budget of 3 million euros. It had eleven participating organizations, ranging from universities to industry to human rights organizations, amongst others. The SHERPA project investigated, analyzed and synthesized our understanding of the ways in which Smart Information Systems (SIS - involving big data analytics and artificial intelligence) impact ethics and human rights issues. It developed novel ways of understanding and addressing their challenges, evaluated with stakeholders, and advocated the most desirable and sustainable solutions. My role in this project focused on the ethical evaluation of particular SIS technologies, the companies and organizations that use and implement them, and the societal implications of their widespread adoption and integration. As part of my role, I liaised with international organizations from an array of societal domains and evaluate their use of these emerging technologies.

Research Expertise (34)
Digital Ethics
Philosophy of Technology
Environmental Ethics
AI Ethics
Data Ethics
And 29 more
About
Ryan’s primary research focuses on the ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence and digital technology. He has published numerous papers on the topic, and has presented his work at various international conferences. He is also a member of the Association for Computing Machinery’s (ACM) Committee on Professional Ethics (COPE). Mark was previously a researcher at KTH University (Stockholm), the University of Twente (the Netherlands), and the National University of Ireland, Galway (Ireland). While at Twente, he worked on an interdisciplinary  project (SHERPA), involving 11 partners from 6 European countries. This project was a European Union Horizon 2020 project (2018-2021, budget €3 million) and focused on the ethical, social and human rights implications of smart information systems (data analytics and artificial intelligence) within a European context. He has published on topics, such as the ethics of smart cities, self-driving vehicles, agricultural data analytics, social robotics, and AI. In his previous research, he has also published a 2016 monograph: Human Values, Environmental Ethics and Sustainability.

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Jennifer Aaker

18 Years Experience
General Atlantic Professor, Stanford University
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Marketing, minor in Psychology / 1996

Stanford, California, United States of America

University of California, Berkeley

BA, Psychology / 1989

Berkeley, California, United States of America
Experience

Stanford Graduate School of Business

General Atlantic Professor / 2005 — Present

Research Expertise (23)
The psychology of time
money
and happiness
Marketing
Economics and Econometrics
And 18 more
About
Jennifer Aaker is a marketing professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business and the author of several books on the topic, including The Dragonfly Effect: Quick, Effective, and Powerful Ways to Use Social Media to Drive Social Change. She has also conducted research on the psychology of happiness and self-regulation.

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Adrienne Lucas

17 Years Experience
Professsor and Department Chair of Economics, University of Delaware | Research Associate, NBER
Education

Brown University

Ph.D., Economics / 2006

Providence, Rhode Island, United States of America

Wesleyan University

BA, Economics / 1998

Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Experience

University of Delaware

Professor of Economics / 2011 — Present

Wellesley College

Assistant Professor of Economics / 2006 — 2013

(reappointed 2009, leave of absence 2011 – 2013)

Research Expertise (15)
Development/Education/Health Economist
Public Administration
Sociology and Political Science
Economics and Econometrics
Development
And 10 more
About
Adrienne Lucas is a professor of economics in the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics at the University of Delaware, a research associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), a faculty affiliate of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), non-resident fellow at the Center for Global Development (CGD) and a research network member of Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA). She is a development economist specializing in the economics of education and disease. Her current research focuses on the importance of information in school choice decisions, using existing school system personnel and resources to increase student learning, and external validity across contexts. Lucas has published research on malaria, free primary education, HIV/AIDS, secondary school choice, the return to school quality, teacher incentives and improving early primary school literacy. Prior to joining the University of Delaware, she was an assistant professor of economics at Wellesley College. She received her Ph.D. and A.M. in economics from Brown University and her B.A. in economics from Wesleyan University. Watch Professor Lucas explain her work on the [intergenerational effects of HIV](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBN9zwltOYQ), [improving student learning in existing schooling systems](https://vimeo.com/444330814) and the importance of [school leaders](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSZNzRoS-Ms).

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Catherine Tucker

12 Years Experience
Advertising & Economics Professor at MIT
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Economics / 2005

Stanford, California, United States of America

University of Oxford

BA, Politics, Philosophy and Economics / 1999

Oxford
Experience

MIT

Professor / 2011 — Present

Research Expertise (24)
Marketing
Economics
Regulation
IT
Information Systems
And 19 more
About
Catherine Tucker is a Professor of Economics and Data Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is also a member of the MIT Sloan School of Management's faculty. She is a world-renowned expert in the fields of big data, machine learning, and consumer behavior. She has worked extensively on the use of data science to improve public policy and has been a consultant to government agencies and businesses around the world. In addition to her academic work, she is a popular speaker and has been featured in many media outlets, including The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired.

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Ariel Kalil

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
27 Years Experience
University of Chicago Professor and Expert on Childhood Development
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

PhD, Developmental Psychology / 1996

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Colorado System

MA, Social Psychology / 1993

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America

University of Wisconsin–Madison

BA, Psychology and French Literature / 1991

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Experience

University of Chicago

Daniel Levin Professor in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College / 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (25)
Sociology and Political Science
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Education
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
Life-span and Life-course Studies
And 20 more
About
Ariel D. Kalil is the Daniel Levin Professor of Public Policy Studies at the University of Chicago. She is a faculty research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research and a research associate at the Population Studies Center at the University of Michigan. She is also a faculty member in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College at the University of Chicago. Kalil's research lies at the intersection of child development and public policy. She is particularly interested in the effect of early childhood interventions on health and economic outcomes in adulthood. Her work has been published in leading social science journals, including the American Economic Review, the Quarterly Journal of Economics, and the Journal of Political Economy. Kalil earned her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor in 1996, her MA in Social Psychology from the University of Colorado System in 1993, and her BA in Psychology and French Literature from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1991.

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Steve Joordens

UofT Professor of Psychology with a passion for preventive mental health and education
Education

University of Waterloo

Ph.D., Psychology / January, 1994

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Experience

Advisory Board Member for OOt Social

Scientific Advisor Committee Member for The GenWell Initiative

Chief Science Officer and Cofounder of Cogneeto.inc

Research Expertise (30)
Memory
Educational Technologies
Developing Transferable Skills
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
And 25 more
About
Initially trained as a Cognitive Psychologist with expertise on conscious versus unconscious influences on performance, Steve has more recently become a strong proponent of preventative mental health efforts. During the pandemic Steve created a free online course at Coursera.org entitled Understanding and Managing the Anxiety of COVID 19, a course that has over 180,000 registered students. That lead him to then created more specialized courses, one supporting Police Officers and another supporting Health Care Workers, providing each with a better understanding of the stressors associated with their chosen work, and giving them tips and strategies for managing their mental health. Since then Steve has become a common media commentator around preventative mental health, and has begun supporting both not for profits (The GenWell Initiative) and commercial entities (OOt Social) to bring mental health support to corporations, students, and the general public.

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Example health projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on health?

Clinical Trial Design and Analysis

An academic researcher can design and analyze clinical trials to test the efficacy and safety of new drugs or medical devices. This collaboration can help your company bring innovative healthcare solutions to market faster.

Health Data Analysis

By collaborating with an academic researcher, your company can gain insights from large-scale health data analysis. This can help identify trends, patterns, and risk factors, leading to the development of targeted interventions and personalized healthcare solutions.

Health Education and Training

An academic researcher can develop evidence-based health education programs and training materials for your company. This collaboration can enhance the knowledge and skills of your employees, leading to improved health outcomes for your customers.

Policy and Program Evaluation

Collaborating with an academic researcher can help your company evaluate the effectiveness of health policies and programs. This can inform decision-making and contribute to the development of evidence-based strategies to address public health challenges.

Health Technology Innovation

Academic researchers can contribute to the development of innovative health technologies, such as wearable devices, telemedicine platforms, and AI-powered healthcare solutions. This collaboration can help your company stay ahead in the rapidly evolving digital health landscape.