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Wesley R. Hartmann

The John G. McCoy-Banc One Corporation Professor of Marketing
Education

University of California, Los Angeles

PhD, Economics / 2003

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Los Angeles

MA, Economics / 2001

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

BA, Economics & Political Science / 1996

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Marketing
Economics and Econometrics
Business and International Management
Management Science and Operations Research
Strategy and Management
And 7 more
About
Wesley R. Hartmann is a Professor at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University. He received his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2003, and his MA in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2001. He also holds a BA in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Irvine.

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Vivek Singh

Rutgers Professor, MIT alum, CS PhD, AI expert
Education

University of California Irvine

Ph.D., Information and Computer Science / August, 2012

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Human-centered Data Science
Human-centered AI
Computational Social Science
Behavioral Informatics
Algorithmic Fairness
And 20 more
About
Vivek Singh is a highly accomplished computer scientist and researcher. He earned his Ph.D. in Information and Computer Science from the University of California Irvine in 2012. During his time at UC Irvine, he focused on research in the areas of natural language processing and machine learning. After completing his Ph.D., Singh joined Massachusetts Institute of Technology as a post-doctoral associate, where he worked on developing algorithms for large-scale data analysis and information retrieval. In 2014, Singh joined Rutgers University as a faculty member in Information Science and Computer Science. As a faculty member at Rutgers, he has published numerous papers in top computer science journals and conferences and has received several grants for his research. Singh's research interests include natural language processing, generative AI, and social computing. He has a particular interest in developing algorithms for analyzing large datasets and extracting valuable insights from them. His work has been applied to various domains, including social media, healthcare, and finance. He has multiple patents, and has experience consulting with early and late-stage (unicorn) startups. His work has led to multiple grants, awards, funding, patents, and deployed products.

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Emily Owens

Professor, Department of Criminology, Law and Society
Experience

University of California Irvine

Professor, Department of Criminology, Law and Society / 2018 — Present

Professor, Department of Economics / 2018 — Present

Research Expertise
Economics and Econometrics
Finance
Law
Urban Studies
Public Administration
And 29 more
About
Emily Owens is an economist and professor at the University of California, Irvine. She earned her PhD in Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2007, and her MA in Economics from the university in 2005. She holds a BS in Applied Math and Economics from Brown University, which she obtained in 2002. At UC Irvine, Emily is a professor in the Department of Criminology, Law, and Society as well as the Department of Economics. She is an expert in the fields of public policy, urban economics, and law and economics. She has also conducted research on topics such as the effects of increased policing on crime and the impact of school vouchers on educational outcomes. She has published articles in academic journals such as the Journal of Urban Economics and the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management.

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Wesley Chiang, Ph.D.

Postdoc, University of Rochester
Education

University of Rochester

Ph.D., Biophysics / March, 2024

Rochester, New York, United States of America

University of Rochester

M.S., Optics / May, 2019

Rochester, New York, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

B.S., Biomedical Engineering & Materials Science / June, 2017

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
biophysics
quantum dots
neuroimmunology
biomimetics
About
Wesley Chiang, Ph.D. is a highly skilled and dedicated scientist with a strong background in biophysics, optics, materials science, and neuroimmunology. Throughout his academic career, Wesley has been actively involved in research projects focused on developing novel imaging techniques in combination with hybrid nano-bio assemblies to mimic biological assemblies to study immunologic drivers of neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's, and NeuroCOVID. His skillset spans across a diverse scope of techniques from high-content to super-resolution microscopy; synthesis, functional modification, and characterization of semiconductor nanocrystals (i.e. quantum dots); development of multi-cellular and mouse models for neurologic diseases; and molecular biological techniques such as RT-qPCR, RNA-seq, and quantitative proteomics. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering and Materials Science from the University of California, Irvine in 2017. He then pursued a Master of Science degree in Optics from the University of Rochester, which he completed in 2019, followed by a Ph.D. in Biophysics at the University of Rochester.

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Chad "CJ" Valasek, Ph.D.

Ph.D. Health Researcher & Social Scientist
Education

University of California, San Diego

Ph.D., Sociology & Science Studies / March, 2022

San Diego, California, United States of America

University of California, San Diego

M.A., Sociology / June, 2013

San Diego, California, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

B.A., Psychology & Social Behavior / June, 2010

Irvine, California, United States of America

Antelope Valley College

A.A., Letters, Arts, & Science / May, 2008

Lancaster, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Public health
implementation science
homelessness
medical sociology
science studies
And 3 more
About
Chad "CJ" Valasek is a highly accomplished sociologist with a focus on medicine, science, and technology. He earned his Ph.D. in Sociology & Science Studies from the University of California, San Diego in 2022. Prior to that, he obtained his M.A. in Sociology from the same university in 2013. His undergraduate studies include a B.A. in Psychology & Social Behavior from the University of California, Irvine in 2010 and an A.A. in Letters, Arts, & Science from Antelope Valley College in 2008. Valasek's interdisciplinary research interests include the social implications of behavioral and health interventions. In addition to his academic pursuits, Valasek has also worked in various applied settings with local government and non-profits. Dr. Valasek's primary line of research includes community-engagement and an emphasis on health equity. His work has been featured in numerous publications, and he has presented at conferences around the world. He is passionate about bridging the gap between academic research and real-world applications, and he strives to make his work accessible and relevant to a wide audience. In his free time, Valasek enjoys exercise, meditation, cooking, and playing music. He is also an avid reader and enjoys discussing books and ideas with his colleagues and peers. With his diverse background and wealth of knowledge, Valasek is a valuable asset to any organization or project that seeks to understand and navigate the complex relationship between society and technology.

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David LeBauer

Scientific Consultant | Agriculture, Carbon, Statistics, Modeling, Data Science
Education

University of California Irvine

PhD, Earth System Science / December, 2008

Irvine, California, United States of America

University of California Davis

MS, Ecology / June, 2003

Davis, California, United States of America

Duke University

BS, Biology / September, 1998

Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Research Expertise
Ecosystem Ecology
Agriculture
Biogeochemistry
Data Science

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Dr. Peyman Tehrani, Ph.D.

University of California Irvine
Education

University of California, Irvine

Ph.D., Computer Science / June, 2023

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Reinforcement Learning
Machine Learning
Optimization
Federated Learning
Wireless Networks

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Mina Hanifeh

Electromagnetic scientist
Education

University of California Irvine

PhD, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science / June, 2021

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Applied Electromagnetism

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John Arnold

Consultant, PhD Chemist, Applied Chemistry and Engineering for Manufacturing and Validation
Education

University of California Irvine

PhD Chemistry, Chemistry / April, 1984

Irvine, California, United States of America

University of California Stanta Barbara

BS Chemistry, Chemistry / June, 1978

Santa Barabara
About
John Arnold is a highly experienced chemist with over 30 years of experience in the field. He received his PhD in Chemistry from the University of California Irvine in 1984 and his BS in Chemistry from the University of California Santa Barbara in 1978. After completing his education, John began his career as an engineer at Bethlehem Steel, where he gained valuable experience in the industrial sector. He then moved on to work as a Senior Chemist at First Brands Corporation, where he developed his expertise in chemical research and development. In 1990, John joined Dymax Corporation as a Manager of Commercial Development, where he was responsible for developing new products and markets for the company. He later became the R&D Director at ACTEGA Radcure, where he oversaw the development of new UV-curable coatings and adhesives. John served as the R&D Director at Miltec UV International, a leading manufacturer of UV-curing equipment. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's research and development efforts and driving innovation and technological advancements in Lithium Ion Batteries. John served as a Validation subject mater expert in pharmaceutical manufacturing and validation. Throughout his career, John has been recognized for his contributions to the field of chemistry. He has published numerous articles in scientific journals and has received several patents for his innovative research. He is also an active member of various professional organizations, including the American Chemical Society, American Physics Society, and Radtech.

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Tom Lourie

PhD in political Science from University of California, Irvine
Education

University of California, Irvine

PhD, Political Science / July, 2024

Irvine, California, United States of America
Experience

Team Populism

Project Manager / January, 2022 — July, 2023

Led a team of four coders, actively contributing as a coder myself. •Successfully managed and executed the Israeli project of the Global Populism Database.

UC Irvine

Teaching Assistant / September, 2018 — July, 2024

• 15 quarters of teaching, including courses: Introduction to American Government, Gender in The Workplace, Political Ideologies, Ethics in War, Introduction to Law, Law and Society

Reichman University

Researcher / September, 2016 — January, 2018

• Promoting the Israeli president’s initiative of ‘Inclusive Israeli society’. • Conducting research on social equality to advance the initiative’s agenda under Prof. Alex Mintz. • Managing the president’s initiative website.

National Cyber Bureau

Researcher / January, 2016 — September, 2016

Worked on creating a cyber resilience index for Israel. • Authored a policy paper at the request of Head of the NCB.

Deloitte

Strategic Analyst / January, 2015 — November, 2015

Helped form ministerial strategic plan for the Israeli government.

Knesset Israel

Parliamentary Consultant / January, 2014 — September, 2014

Helped draft bills and promote social legislation, including abolishing indirect employment in the public sector, Organ Donations Bill, Public Housing Bill/Psychiatric Hospitals Bill. • Assisted in speech writing, communications with media and administrative functions. • Managed holocaust survivors lobby project, including funding.

About
Tom Lourie is a highly educated and experienced political scientist with a strong background in research, analysis, and strategic consulting. He is a PhD in Political Science at the University of California, Irvine, with a focus on populism and its impact on modern democracies. Tom has a diverse range of experience in both the public and private sectors, including positions at Team Populism, Reichman University, and the National Cyber Bureau. He has also worked as a strategic analyst at Deloitte and a parliamentary consultant at Knesset Israel. Tom's extensive education and experience have equipped him with a deep understanding of political systems, international relations, and policy-making. He is dedicated to using his skills and knowledge to help shape more effective and equitable political systems for the betterment of society.

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Ayesha Nadiadwala, Ph.D

Doctor of Neuroscience with specialization in emotional influences on memory
Education

The University of Texas at Austin

PhD, Neuroscience

Austin, Texas, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

BS, Cognitive Sciences

Irvine, California, United States of America
About
Ayesha Nadiadwala is a neuroscientist and academician. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Irvine, where she majored in Cognitive Sciences with concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience. Her passion for understanding the brain and its complexities led her to work with pioneers at Stanford University in the fields of emotional processing and memory. She published co-authored papers in highly esteemed scientific journals and presented her findings at numerous conferences. Fascinated by both the fields and the gap between them, Ayesha pursued in the PhD in understanding the basic mechanisms underlying the intersection of emotion and memory. Ayesha has now completed her PhD and she continues to conduct research on learning and memory, as well as teach and mentor students in the fields of Neuroscience and Cognitive Psychology. Ayesha is also an advocate for promoting diversity and inclusion in the sciences. She is actively involved in various initiatives to encourage and support underrepresented groups in pursuing careers in STEM fields. In addition, she is a strong proponent of science communication and regularly engages in public outreach activities to make science more accessible and understandable to the general public. In her free time, Ayesha enjoys watching mystery shows, cooking, and spending time with her family. She is dedicated to using her knowledge and expertise to make a positive impact in the world and inspire the next generation.

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Barry Setlow

Dept. of Psychiatry; Center for Addiction Research and Education, University of Florida
Education

Yale University

BA, Psychology / May, 1994

New Haven, Connecticut, United States of America

University of California, Irvine

PhD, Neurobiology and Behavior / August, 1998

Irvine, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Neuroscience
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Cognitive Neuroscience
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
And 26 more

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Zhibin Guan

Professor of Chemistry with expertise in polymers and sustainable plastics, University of California, Irvine
Experience

Caltech

Research Fellow / July, 1994 — June, 1995

Postdoctoral research with Prof. Frances Arnold (Nobel Laureate in Chemistry 2018)

DuPont

Senior Research Chemist / June, 1995 — June, 2000

UC Irvine

Assistant Professor / September, 2000 — June, 2004

Associate Professor (with tenure) / July, 2004 — June, 2006

Professor / July, 2006 — Present

Research Expertise
materials chemistry
polymer
biomaterials
catalysis
sustainable materials
And 1 more

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Mark West

Education

University of California, Irvine

Wake Forest School of Medicine

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Scott James

Education

University of California San Diego

University of California, Irvine

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