Faculty Research

Faculty Research Interests: CGU faculty members showcase their academic backgrounds, research specialties, and notable achievements. These profiles serve as valuable resources for students, collaborators, and other researchers.

  • Dr. Jason T. Siegel: Specializes in psychology with a focus on health behavior change, social influence, and persuasion. His research includes public campaigns to alter perceptions of mental health and reduce stigma. Explore Dr. Siegel’s Research
  • Dr. Guan Saw: An expert in educational studies, his research addresses inclusive mentoring practices for underrepresented minorities in STEM fields, aiming to enhance educational outcomes through supportive academic environments. Learn More About Dr. Saw

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Recent Publications: The most recent scholarly publications by CGU faculty reflect the diverse research efforts across various disciplines. Each entry includes the title, abstract, and a link to the full text where available.

  • Dr. Kathy Pezdek: “Perceptions of officer-involved shootings by police officers versus civilians” – This publication explores how perception and memory for use-of-force incidents differ between officers who experience the events live and civilians who later view Body-Worn Camera (BWC) footage of the incidents, highlighting significant cognitive and perceptual differences between these groups that impact legal assessments of police actions. Read the Full Paper
  • Dr. Joshua Tasoff: “The Effect of Contemporaneous Meat Consumption on Attitudes and Behaviors Towards Animal Welfare” – This study examines how providing information about meat production impacts consumer behavior. Access the Study

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Ongoing Research Projects: Details of ongoing research projects at CGU are provided, covering objectives, methodologies, and expected outcomes. This transparency fosters greater understanding and potential collaboration.

  • Mathematical Modeling of Microscale Biology: Led by Dr. Ali Nadim and colleagues, this project focuses on developing mathematical models to understand biological processes at the microscale level. Project Overview
  • Training Impact on Police Use of Force: Dr. CarlyWill Sloan and Dr. Matthew B. Ross investigate whether enhanced training programs can reduce disparities in police use of force, using quasi-experimental methods. Learn More

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Collaboration Opportunities: CGU actively promotes collaboration opportunities, inviting researchers, institutions, and industry partners to engage in joint projects. This section outlines various ways to collaborate, such as joint research initiatives and grant-funded projects.

Collaborations at The Claremont Colleges

The Claremont Colleges, known for their unique consortium model, offer a wide array of collaborative opportunities that enhance academic and research experiences across its member institutions. This collaborative environment allows students and faculty to engage in interdisciplinary projects, share resources, and leverage the strengths of each college to foster innovation and academic excellence.

Through various programs and initiatives, The Claremont Colleges facilitate partnerships that span multiple disciplines, including the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. These collaborations not only enrich the educational experience but also contribute to groundbreaking research and community service projects.

For more detailed information on current collaborations and how they enhance the academic landscape, visit The Claremont Colleges Collaborations.