My research focus. My research focuses on understanding how individuals reason with scientific data. In particular, I seek to understand how individuals generate and test explanations for complex phenomena. I have worked with several audiences (e.g., grade 6-12 students, undergraduate and graduate students, and the public involved in citizen science) to test general research questions about causal reasoning with regard to individual decision-making in environmental contexts. I have a need for a scholar who is interested in doing a side project helping others to understand PFAS and its health effects.
Why I enjoy mentoring. I enjoy working with people because of the creative solutions, perspective-taking, and discussions that arise. I enjoy facilitating peoples’ journeys toward goal attainment, whatever those goals may be.
My professional values. I enjoy the creativity, open discourse, and the collaboration of research. I want to see community engagement in the research that affects their lives.