Graduate Students

Nicholas Mauro

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Nick Mauro’s research looks at the intersection of climate adaptation and traditional practices and values among Alaska Native communities. Additionally, he is interested in exploring how culture evolved and evolves using complex adaptive systems. And he is part of the Wicked Science program at Ohio State through which he explores issues of conflict and cooperation.  

 


Aden Branstetter

headshot Aden Branstetter.

Aden's research interests include neglected tropical diseases, the relationship between humans and venomous snakes, and cultural assessments of risk. With this research he intends to better collective understandings of cultural differences in risk assessment, and to advise future health promotion campaigns around the world.