A consortium of researchers dedicated to improving the understanding of the human causes and consequences of terrorism
START People
START People
START has built a team which reflects our multidisciplinary approach, bringing together individuals from a wide range of academic and methodological backgrounds. In addition to conducting research, the START headquarters team provides administrative support and transition and outreach opportunities for the Consortium researchers. The organization's leadership includes:
William Braniff, Director, 301-405-4022, braniff@start.umd.edu
Amy Pate, Executive Director / Research Director, 301-405-6821, apate@umd.edu
Name | Job Title | Role | Institution | |
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Sheehan Kane |
Researcher/Data Collection Manager, START |
Researcher, Staff | University of Maryland |
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Emmanuel Karagiannis | Former Investigator | ||
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Jonathan Kennedy | Former Researcher | ||
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Lisa Keranen | Former Investigator | ||
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Ryan D. King | Former Researcher | ||
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Barnett S. Koven |
Training Director Near-peer Competition Lead Researcher Counterterrorism Lead Researcher |
Investigator, Staff | University of Maryland |
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Peter Krause | Former Researcher | ||
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Arie Kruglanski |
Distinguished Professor of Psychology |
Investigator | University of Maryland |
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Steven Kull | Former Investigator |