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Work with thought leaders and academic experts in development

Companies can benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in Development in several ways. These experts bring deep knowledge and insights into the field, allowing companies to stay at the forefront of industry trends. They can help identify and solve complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and provide valuable guidance for strategic decision-making. Academic researchers also have access to cutting-edge research and resources, which can be leveraged to drive product development and improve processes. Collaborating with these experts can lead to increased efficiency, improved product quality, and a competitive edge in the market.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in development include Dr. Shilpa Patil, Ph.D, Julie Klinger, Ryan Howell, Sutirtha Bagchi, Adam Kimbler, Dr. Justin Whalley, Ph.D, Susan Gordon, Ariel Kalil, Adrienne Lucas, Dr Abiodun Alao, Javier O. Morales, Carissa Clark, and Naveen Adusumilli.

Dr. Shilpa Patil, Ph.D

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
PhD & Postdoc level expertise in Cancer Research
Most Relevant Research Interests
development
Other Research Interests (11)
Cancer
epigenetics
Oncology
Cancer Research
Biophysics
And 6 more
About
Dr. Shilpa Patil is a highly experienced cancer researcher with a strong background in Preclinical studies. She received her Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from the University of Göttingen in 2020, where she focused on developing novel treatments for pancreatic cancer. Prior to that, she completed her MSc in Regenerative Medicine from Manipal University in 2014 and her BSc in Biotechnology from the same institution in 2012. With over 6 years of research experience, Dr. Patil has worked at prestigious institutions such as the University of British Columbia, University of Göttingen and JNCASR. Her expertise lies in the areas of cancer biology, epigenetics, cell and molecular biology, and regenerative medicine. She has published numerous research articles in reputed journals and has presented her work at various international conferences. Dr. Patil is a dedicated and passionate scientist, committed to using her knowledge and skills to contribute to the fight against cancer. She is driven by her curiosity to unravel complex biological processes and her desire to make a positive impact in the field of cancer research. She is also driven to bridge the academia-industry gap.

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Julie Klinger

Newark, Delaware, United States of America
Assistant Professor of Geography at University of Delaware
Research Interests (3)
Political Science and International Relations
Geography, Planning and Development
Sociology and Political Science
About
I'm an Assistant Professor of Geography in the Department of Geography and Spatial Sciences at the University of Delaware, and faculty in the Minerals, Materials, and Society Program. My recently released book, "Rare Earth Frontiers: From Terrestrial Subsoils to Lunar Landscapes" with Cornell University Press, is based on five years' research in the capitals and borderlands of China, Brazil, and the USA. It recently received the Meridian Book Award from the American Association of Geographers for its "unusually important contribution to the art and science of geography." Full professional fluency in Mandarin and Portuguese. Worldwide research, consulting, and negotiation experience.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

8 total publications

Rare earth elements: Development, sustainability and policy issues

The Extractive Industries and Society / Jan 01, 2018

Klinger, J. M. (2018). Rare earth elements: Development, sustainability and policy issues. The Extractive Industries and Society, 5(1), 1–7. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.exis.2017.12.016

A historical geography of rare earth elements: From discovery to the atomic age

The Extractive Industries and Society / Aug 01, 2015

Klinger, J. M. (2015). A historical geography of rare earth elements: From discovery to the atomic age. The Extractive Industries and Society, 2(3), 572–580. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.exis.2015.05.006

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Research Interests (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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Sutirtha Bagchi

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Associate Professor of Economics with a rich set of experiences spanning the commercial and educational sectors. Proficient with the use of legal databases like CaseText, WestLaw, and LexisPlus.
Research Interests (10)
Political Economy
State and Local Public Finance
Regulation
Economics and Econometrics
Finance
And 5 more
About
Sutirtha Bagchi is an Associate Professor of Economics at Villanova University where he teaches courses in microeconomics and public economics. Dr. Bagchi has a Ph.D. in Business Economics and an M.A. in Economics from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor. He also received an MBA from Purdue University West Lafayette, in addition to a B. Tech. (With Honors) in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.

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Adam Kimbler

Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience with expertise in fMRI and dMRI, intersted in using MRI to find biomarkers of disease.
Most Relevant Research Interests
development
Other Research Interests (15)
learning
memory
pattern separation
pattern completion
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
And 10 more
About
As a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC Irvine, I apply my PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience to investigate the neural mechanisms of learning and memory. I use advanced data management, analytics, techniques to process and analyze large-scale brain imaging data sets. I have over seven years of research experience, including as a Graduate Research Assistant at Florida International University, where I contributed to multiple publications and projects on cognitive and affective neuroscience. I am passionate about advancing the scientific understanding of the brain and its functions, and collaborating with other researchers and experts in the field. I am also committed to sharing my knowledge and skills with the next generation of neuroscience students and professionals.

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Dr. Justin Whalley, Ph.D

North Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics, with experience in finding the quintessential features in large, multi-layered 'omic datasets.
Research Interests (19)
Genomics
Bioinformatics
Immunity
Tensor decomposition
Cancer
And 14 more
About
Dr. Justin P. Whalley was educated in the UK (M.Sci. Mathematics, University of Bristol) and France (Ph.D. Bioinformatics, University of Évry). He moved to Spain to work as a postdoc at the National Center for Genomic Analysis (CNAG). During his time there, he ran the Quality Control working group for the Pan-Cancer Analysis of Whole Genomes project to assess the data coming in and reduce batch effects. This involved collaboration with researchers from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, the German Cancer Research Center and the Wellcome Sanger Institute in the UK. He returned to the UK to work as a [Senior Bioinformatician at the University of Oxford](https://www.well.ox.ac.uk/people/jpw/). His time there coincided with the global pandemic and he was deeply involved in the COvid-19 Multi-omics Blood ATlas (COMBAT) consortium as the lead for the Integration (Tensor) working group. Dr. Whalley became a member of the [faculty of the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science](https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/academics/faculty/justin-p-whalley/) in January 2023.

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Susan Gordon

Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America
Associate Professor at the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Purdue University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (6)
Food Science
Strategy and Management
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
Transportation
Education
And 1 more
About
Dr. Susan Gordon is an Associate Professor in the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Purdue University, where she received her Ph.D. in Hospitality & Tourism Management in August 2014. Dr. Gordon also holds a Masters in Business Administration from Boston University, received May 2006, and a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, received May 1996. Prior to her faculty appointment at Purdue University, Dr. Gordon was an Assistant Professor in the College of Hospitality & Tourism Leadership at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee. Dr. Gordon has over ten years of hospitality industry experience. Most recently, she was the Human Resources Manager for an 800-room hotel with Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Boston, MA. Dr. Gordon has also worked for Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL where she was a Labor Manager responsible for the scheduling, payroll, and personnel management processes for a 1900-room resort, the WDW resort call center, and the WDW catering line of business. Prior to that position, she held the positions of Front Desk Manager, Bell Services Manager, and Housekeeping Manager for four different Disney resorts. Dr. Gordon’s research area is primarily human resources and she is particularly interested in employee wellbeing and perceived supervisor support. Dr. Gordon also conducts research in lodging operations. Her work has been published in several hospitality journals including the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, International Journal of Hospitality Administration, Journal of Human Resources in Hospitality & Tourism, Tourism Analysis, and the Journal of Foodservice Business Research.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

14 total publications

Momentary well-being matters: Daily fluctuations in hotel employees’ turnover intention

Tourism Management / Apr 01, 2021

Shi, X., Gordon, S., & Tang, C.-H. (2021). Momentary well-being matters: Daily fluctuations in hotel employees’ turnover intention. Tourism Management, 83, 104212. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tourman.2020.104212

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Ariel Kalil

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
University of Chicago Professor and Expert on Childhood Development
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (24)
Sociology and Political Science
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Education
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
Life-span and Life-course Studies
And 19 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.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

92 total publications

Like father, like son, like mother, like daughter: Intergenerational transmission of intrahousehold gender attitudes in Ethiopia

World Development / Jun 01, 2021

Leight, J. (2021). Like father, like son, like mother, like daughter: Intergenerational transmission of intrahousehold gender attitudes in Ethiopia. World Development, 142, 105359. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.worlddev.2020.105359

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Adrienne Lucas

Professsor and Department Chair of Economics, University of Delaware | Research Associate, NBER
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (14)
Development/Education/Health Economist
Public Administration
Sociology and Political Science
Economics and Econometrics
Management of Technology and Innovation
And 9 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).
Most Relevant Publications (4+)

25 total publications

The Impact of Malaria Eradication on Fertility

Economic Development and Cultural Change / Apr 01, 2013

Lucas, A. M. (2013). The Impact of Malaria Eradication on Fertility. Economic Development and Cultural Change, 61(3), 607–631. https://doi.org/10.1086/669261

Does Free Primary Education Narrow Gender Differences in Schooling? Evidence from Kenya

Journal of African Economies / Sep 21, 2012

Lucas, A. M., & Mbiti, I. M. (2012). Does Free Primary Education Narrow Gender Differences in Schooling? Evidence from Kenya. Journal of African Economies, 21(5), 691–722. https://doi.org/10.1093/jae/ejs021

Schooling, Wealth, Risky Sexual Behaviour, and HIV/AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa

The Journal of Development Studies / Jul 16, 2018

Lucas, A. M., & Wilson, N. L. (2018). Schooling, Wealth, Risky Sexual Behaviour, and HIV/AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Journal of Development Studies, 55(10), 2177–2192. https://doi.org/10.1080/00220388.2018.1493195

Facilitating real-time cost collection and evaluating cost-effectiveness in a multi-armed study with government partners in Ghana

Journal of Development Effectiveness / Jan 25, 2022

Hirji, S., Park, B., Tsinigo, E., Beg, S., Fitzpatrick, A., & Lucas, A. (2022). Facilitating real-time cost collection and evaluating cost-effectiveness in a multi-armed study with government partners in Ghana. Journal of Development Effectiveness, 15(1), 31–42. https://doi.org/10.1080/19439342.2021.2024589

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Dr Abiodun Alao

Research Associate in Information Systems with Publications in ICT4D, Sustainable ICT, Management Information Systems, Social Policy
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (12)
Social Policy
Management Information Systems
ICT4D
Sustainable ICT
Innovation Management
And 7 more
About
Dr. Abiodun (Abbey) Alao holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the University of Cape Town and is a dedicated researcher and teaching fellow with a strong academic background. Her passion for research is evident, and she currently serves as a research associate at the University of Johannesburg. Throughout her career, Abiodun has actively mentored and supervised projects spanning diverse fields such as Management Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology for Development, Sustainable ICT, Development Communication, Innovative Management, Health Informatics, Information Learning, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL). She has made significant contributions to academia through her publications, which include journals, chapters, and conference papers. Her approach is characterized by a multidisciplinary investigative perspective, with a focus on Information Communication Technology (ICT) as a catalyst for information and knowledge management. Her work addresses various social implications of ICT, and organization development with a particular emphasis on their impact on the well-being of individuals and society as a whole.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

12 total publications

Telecentres’ contribution to women's empowerment in rural areas of South Africa

Information Technology for Development / Nov 04, 2021

Alao, A., Chigona, W., & Brink, R. (2021). Telecentres’ contribution to women’s empowerment in rural areas of South Africa. Information Technology for Development, 28(4), 747–776. https://doi.org/10.1080/02681102.2021.1991871

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Javier O. Morales

Professor of drug delivery and pharmaceutical product development at University of Chile
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (30)
Pharmaceutics
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Science
Drug Discovery
Agronomy and Crop Science
And 25 more
About
Javier O. Morales is a highly accomplished and experienced pharmaceutical professional with a strong academic background and extensive practical experience. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy in 2006 and the Pharmaceutical Chemist degree in 2008 from the University of Chile. He then went on to obtain his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from The University of Texas at Austin in 2012. Dr. Morales has since worked as an Assistant Professor and later as an Associate Professor at the University of Chile. He has also served as the Director of the Center of New Drugs for Hypertension (CENDHY), where he led a team of researchers in developing new and innovative pharmaceutical treatments for hypertension. Dr. Morales has a strong passion for research and has published numerous articles in international journals and has patented his developed technologies. His expertise in pharmaceuticals, nano and microstructured drug delivery systems, implants, and peptide drug discovery has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences and symposiums around the world. In addition to his academic and research achievements, Dr. Morales is also a dedicated mentor and has supervised and mentored several students in their research projects. He is known for his commitment to excellence and his ability to motivate and inspire others. Overall, Dr. Morales is a highly respected and accomplished pharmaceutical professional with a strong track record of success in academia. His contributions to the field of pharmaceutical sciences have made a significant impact, and he continues to be a leader in the industry.
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

63 total publications

Lipid nanoparticles for the topical delivery of retinoids and derivatives

Nanomedicine / Jan 01, 2015

Morales, J. O., Valdés, K., Morales, J., & Oyarzun-Ampuero, F. (2015). Lipid nanoparticles for the topical delivery of retinoids and derivatives. Nanomedicine, 10(2), 253–269. https://doi.org/10.2217/nnm.14.159

Magnesium-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles alter biofilm formation of Proteus mirabilis

Nanomedicine / Jun 01, 2019

Iribarnegaray, V., Navarro, N., Robino, L., Zunino, P., Morales, J., & Scavone, P. (2019). Magnesium-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles alter biofilm formation of Proteus mirabilis. Nanomedicine, 14(12), 1551–1564. https://doi.org/10.2217/nnm-2018-0420

Nanomedicine and nanotoxicology: the pros and cons for neurodegeneration and brain cancer

Nanomedicine / Jan 01, 2016

Catalan-Figueroa, J., Palma-Florez, S., Alvarez, G., Fritz, H. F., Jara, M. O., & Morales, J. O. (2016). Nanomedicine and nanotoxicology: the pros and cons for neurodegeneration and brain cancer. Nanomedicine, 11(2), 171–187. https://doi.org/10.2217/nnm.15.189

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Carissa Clark

Associate Professor at Saint Louis University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (33)
poverty
mental health
substance abuse
Applied Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
And 28 more
About
Carissa van den Berk Clark, Ph.D., LMSW, is an associate professor of family and community medicine. Prior to joining the department, she received her Ph.D. in social welfare policy from the Luskin School of Public Affairs at UCLA where she also completed a pre-doctoral training at the West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs. She was also a NIDA postdoctoral fellow at the Washington University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. Currently, she is a RWJ IRL fellow, as well as outreach and communications director for the SLU ARCHNet practice based research network and the deputy director of the SLU Area Health Education Center. Her research focuses heavily on substance abuse, mental health, care coordination and uses community participatory methodology.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

69 total publications

The Dilemmas of Frontline Staff Working With the Homeless: Housing First, Discretion, and the Task Environment

Housing Policy Debate / Apr 01, 2015

van den Berk-Clark, C. (2015). The Dilemmas of Frontline Staff Working With the Homeless: Housing First, Discretion, and the Task Environment. Housing Policy Debate, 26(1), 105–122. https://doi.org/10.1080/10511482.2014.1003142

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Naveen Adusumilli

Warner Bruner Endowed Professor, Associate Professor- Extension Economist -Louisiana State University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Development
Other Research Interests (29)
Soil and Water Policy
Production Economics
Agronomy and Crop Science
Earth-Surface Processes
Water Science and Technology
And 24 more
About
Naveen Adusumilli is an accomplished agricultural economist with a strong background in conservation policy-related research and extension work. He completed his PhD in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University in 2012, focusing on the economics of water resource management in agriculture. During his doctoral studies, he conducted extensive research on the impacts of climate change on agricultural production and the role of water markets in mitigating these impacts. After completing his PhD, Naveen joined Louisiana State University as an Extension Economist. In this role, he worked closely with farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to provide economic analysis and recommendations for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. He also conducted outreach programs to educate farmers about the latest research findings and best practices in the field of agricultural economics. Naveen's research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented at more than 100 farmer group meetings and national and international conferences. He has also received several awards and grants for his research contributions, including the Emerging Scholars Award in 2017 from the Southern Agricultural Economics Association and, in 2021, the Chair Leadership Award for his contributions to Soil and Water Conservation Society. from the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. In addition to his work in academia, Naveen has also collaborated with various government agencies and international organizations on projects related to agricultural development and resource management. His expertise in agricultural economics has been sought after by organizations such as the Foundation for Agricultural Research, the National Institute for Water Resources, Foreign Agricultural Services, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the World Bank. Naveen is a dedicated and passionate economist who is committed to finding solutions for the complex challenges facing the agricultural industry. Through his research and extension work, he continues to make valuable contributions to the field of agricultural economics and drive positive change in the world of farming.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

35 total publications

Diffusion patterns in disaster-induced internet public opinion: based on a Sina Weibo online discussion about the ‘Liangshan fire’ in China

Environmental Hazards / May 06, 2020

Liu, Y., Zhu, J., Shao, X., Adusumilli, N. C., & Wang, F. (2020). Diffusion patterns in disaster-induced internet public opinion: based on a Sina Weibo online discussion about the ‘Liangshan fire’ in China. Environmental Hazards, 20(2), 163–187. https://doi.org/10.1080/17477891.2020.1758608

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Example development projects

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

Developing Sustainable Energy Solutions

A company in the energy sector can collaborate with an academic researcher in Development to develop sustainable energy solutions. The researcher can conduct in-depth research on renewable energy sources, analyze market trends, and provide insights on the most effective strategies for transitioning to clean energy. This collaboration can help the company reduce its carbon footprint, meet regulatory requirements, and gain a competitive advantage in the growing market for sustainable energy.

Improving Supply Chain Efficiency

A company in the logistics industry can benefit from collaborating with an academic researcher in Development to improve supply chain efficiency. The researcher can analyze the company's existing supply chain processes, identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and propose innovative solutions. By implementing the researcher's recommendations, the company can streamline its operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Enhancing User Experience in E-commerce

An e-commerce company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Development to enhance the user experience on its platform. The researcher can conduct user research, analyze customer behavior, and provide recommendations for improving website design, navigation, and personalization. This collaboration can lead to increased customer engagement, higher conversion rates, and improved customer satisfaction.

Optimizing Data Analytics Strategies

A company in the technology sector can collaborate with an academic researcher in Development to optimize its data analytics strategies. The researcher can analyze the company's data infrastructure, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop advanced analytics models and algorithms. By leveraging the researcher's expertise, the company can gain valuable insights from its data, make data-driven decisions, and drive business growth.

Developing AI-powered Solutions

A company in any industry can collaborate with an academic researcher in Development to develop AI-powered solutions. The researcher can contribute to the development of machine learning algorithms, natural language processing models, or computer vision systems, depending on the company's needs. This collaboration can help the company automate processes, improve efficiency, and create innovative products or services.