Dr. Diana Patel is a highly experienced and knowledgeable researcher and educator with a passion for social and behavioral sciences. She holds a PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences from Kent State University and has extensive experience in the field. In addition to her PhD, Dr. Patel also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Akron, as well as a Master of Arts (MA) in Political Science and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science, both also from the University of Akron. Dr. Patel's professional experience includes working as a Project Coordinator at Kent State University, where she managed and oversaw various research projects. She also served as the Sr. Director of Research & Analytics at Summit Education Initiative, where she led the organization's research efforts and provided data analysis and evaluation support. Additionally, Dr. Patel has held postdoctoral research positions at both Kent State University and Northeast Ohio Medical University, where she conducted research on various social and behavioral science topics. Her expertise and research interests include health disparities, community health, and education policy. Dr. Patel's extensive education and experience make her a highly qualified and respected expert in the field of social and behavioral sciences. She is dedicated to using her knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in her community and beyond.