Thomson's research focuses on the political economy of development, authoritarianism and transitions to democracy.

Dr. Lu's research interests are climate change and adaptation, agricultural community engagement, disaster and risk management, and parks & protected areas. He integrates advanced quantitative methodologies in his research.

Chavez applies qualitative and mixed-methodologies to understand the implications of work and family-related stressors on Latino adolescents' food security, mental health, and work decisions.

Elisabeth Ilboudo Nébié is an assistant professor at the School of Human Evolution and Social Change. Her research focuses on the human dimensions of land degradation, food and water insecurity in West Africa.

Devina Wadhera is the evaluator for WIC at Arizona Department of Health Services. She has a B.S. in Nutrition and B.A. in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a PhD in psychology from ASU.