My research integrates principles from behavioral psychology, microeconomic theory, public health and behavioral economics to create a multidisciplinary framework for understanding how people make decisions impacting their lives.
In my current projects, I use simulated, hypothetical markets to explore how people demand and discount both common and novel health-related commodities available to them in different contexts.
Ultimately, my goal is to conduct translational research that informs the design of effective interventions and policies aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities for underserved populations, both locally and globally. This commitment is deeply rooted in my Christian faith, which calls me to pursue research that can make a meaningful impact on real people’s lives.
I have a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology from SIU Carbondale, a B.Sc. in Physiology from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, and a master’s degree in Public Health from Western Illinois University.