My main science focus is to understand the nature of dark matter and galaxy formation via observations of nearby galaxies.

I study how social and sensory perceptions shape consumption decisions. In ongoing projects, I examine how perceptions of socioeconomic hierarchies and political ideologies, as well as sensory perceptions of packages and portions, influence purchase behavior and well-being.

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I am currently working on a book that compares Indigenous politics in the United States and Australia.

My research efforts are centered on the development and use of technology to enhance the engagement of health and life science students with educational activities.

My research interests include contemporary American poetry, humor, the epistolary poem, defamiliarization, and the poetic turn.