About Me
I am an Assistant Professor at Florida State University where I'm cross-appointed in the Geography department and Public Health program. Using quantitative modeling, spatial data analysis, and place-based methods, I study socializing in later life. I am particularly interested in using time use data to understand health.
Aside from my work, I enjoy film photography. The photos on this website (besides those below) were taken by me.
Ongoing Projects
Environments of health and socializing in Florida's Capital Region: Using activity space information and a detailed survey, I am building a model to specify modalities of socializing and the important role that place plays in reducing loneliness.
Causal effects of transit on real estate: With colleagues at UNC and FHFA, we are constructing a spatial database of all light rail transit projects, which is then used in a quasi-experimental study of the impact of light rail projects on the housing market and commute distances.
Florida older migrants extreme heat behaviors: How do recent, retired Florida migrants cope with high temperatures? Using survey data, we hope to shed light on how their time use, transportation, and housing conditions play a role in their ability to stay cool.
Florida Dialysis Centers' Vulnerability to Storm Surge and Inland Flooding: Using a variety of spatial datasets, we are identifying dialysis clinics at risk of flood and/or storm surge inundation.
Graduate Students
If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree under my supervision, please email me a short statement about your research interests and a recent CV. My preference is for Master's students with strong quantitative or mixed methods backgrounds who are interested in aging populations. Florida State offers competitive funding to qualified Master's and PhD students.
How should you prepare to apply for graduate school under my supervision?
I am seeking students with a foundation in statistics, advanced GIS training, and experience with spatial data analysis in Python and R. Evidence of previous research experience (e.g., undergraduate research assistantship) should be highlighted in your application materials.
Aside from my work, I enjoy film photography. The photos on this website (besides those below) were taken by me.
Ongoing Projects
Environments of health and socializing in Florida's Capital Region: Using activity space information and a detailed survey, I am building a model to specify modalities of socializing and the important role that place plays in reducing loneliness.
Causal effects of transit on real estate: With colleagues at UNC and FHFA, we are constructing a spatial database of all light rail transit projects, which is then used in a quasi-experimental study of the impact of light rail projects on the housing market and commute distances.
Florida older migrants extreme heat behaviors: How do recent, retired Florida migrants cope with high temperatures? Using survey data, we hope to shed light on how their time use, transportation, and housing conditions play a role in their ability to stay cool.
Florida Dialysis Centers' Vulnerability to Storm Surge and Inland Flooding: Using a variety of spatial datasets, we are identifying dialysis clinics at risk of flood and/or storm surge inundation.
Graduate Students
If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree under my supervision, please email me a short statement about your research interests and a recent CV. My preference is for Master's students with strong quantitative or mixed methods backgrounds who are interested in aging populations. Florida State offers competitive funding to qualified Master's and PhD students.
How should you prepare to apply for graduate school under my supervision?
I am seeking students with a foundation in statistics, advanced GIS training, and experience with spatial data analysis in Python and R. Evidence of previous research experience (e.g., undergraduate research assistantship) should be highlighted in your application materials.