Chancellor Kent Syverud | Syracuse University
Chancellor Kent Syverud | Syracuse University
Stephen Maisto, the Associate Dean of Research at the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), is stepping down from his administrative role to focus on his research. He has been in this position since October 2023. His responsibilities included collaborating with faculty to increase grant funding and aligning research activities with the University’s strategic plans.
Dean Behzad Mortazavi expressed gratitude for Maisto's contributions, stating, “Professor Maisto served as associate dean of research at a critical time as I came up to speed as a new dean. I’m very grateful for his counsel and expertise during that crucial period, and for helping to position us well as we look to operationalize A&S’ new academic strategic plan.”
Maisto joined Syracuse University in 1994 and has concentrated his research on alcohol and drug use disorders, HIV prevention, and intervention. Over his career, he has published over 300 works and secured more than $50 million in funding. He has held various leadership roles at the University and received the Chancellor’s Citation Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018.
Jennifer Ross will take over as Associate Dean for Creativity, Scholarship, and Research starting January 1. In her new role, she will focus on increasing research productivity and enhancing communication among faculty groups. Ross has been part of Syracuse University's Department of Physics since 2019 and previously served as its chair.
Ross's research explores how cells organize internally without management by applying physics principles. Her work is funded by agencies like the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. She is recognized by several professional organizations for her contributions to science.
In addition to her academic achievements, Ross advocates for diversifying STEM fields through programs like EUREKA! summer program and SUPER-Tech SHIP internship program.
Before joining Syracuse University, Ross was a professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 2007 to 2019.
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