Founding director of UD’s epidemiology program and nationally known expert on COVID-19; has trained rapid response teams around the world to respond to outbreaks of novel and reemerging diseases.

Can speak to how people might engage in volunteer, improvised and emergent efforts in response to COVID-19. She can also discuss how people may be impacted, social stigma, aspects of response and coordination and decision-making. 

Can talk about multi-teaming in troubled times and how that can crush silos and build bridges. This includes tackling team accountability, team conflict and team slacking-off during these "shelter in place" times, as well as ensuring productive relationships between bosses and subordinates.

Expert on international trade and trade policy. Can talk about the economic, trade and supply chain impact of COVID-19, especially related to the fashion apparel industry.

Research centers on political psychology, with an emphasis on political propaganda, misinformation and conspiracy theories (including COVID-19). Explores which groups are more likely to believe conspiracy theories and the danger they pose to society. Can also discuss public opinion and polling.

Can talk about companion animals and animal shelters during COVID-19. She can also discuss infant feeding and food insecurity during disasters. 

Expert on communications, crisis leadership and stigmatization of certain populations in health emergencies. 

Can speak to the importance of ensuring people who are financially, housing or food insecure are taken care of and about the high-risk impact for the disabled and chronically ill. She can also talk about how COVID-19 and disasters more broadly can be incorporated into classes.

Can discuss the social and behavioral responses to a disaster, including how households manage the risk of hurricanes, tornadoes and floods. Can also speak about how people perceive and make decisions about hazards, warnings and evacuation orders.