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
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Role | Institution | |
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Michael Jensen |
Senior Researcher, START |
Investigator, Staff | University of Maryland |
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Sean Doody |
Senior Researcher, START |
Investigator, Staff | University of Maryland |
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Adam Martin |
Software Developer, Vexterra Group |
Former Researcher | |
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Amy Pate |
START Executive Director and Research Director |
Investigator, Staff | University of Maryland |
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Vera Mironova |
Visiting Fellow |
Researcher | Harvard University |
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Alexander Jonas |
Web Developer, ICONS Project, START |
Staff | University of Maryland |
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Beth Blake |
Web Developer, ICONS Project |
Staff | University of Maryland |