Principal Investogator

Dr. Shattuck is a biological anthropologist with a deep interest in all things infectious. Outside of the lab and classroom, he enjoys bike riding, cooking, playing the drums, and traveling.

Graduate Researcher

I am a Ph.D. student in Anthropology at FSU. I earned my undergraduate degree from the Catholic University of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. My research interests are at the intersection of social practices, culture, human–animal interactions, and emerging infectious diseases, with a particular focus on zoonotic diseases. I examine how cultural practices and socio-ecological environments shape vulnerability to infectious diseases, as well as understanding patterns of disease transmission, prevention, treatment, and community response. My research focuses particularly on Ebola virus disease and dengue fever among vulnerable populations and rural communities. Through this work, I aim to support public health programs in designing effective interventions that respond to the specific social, cultural, and environmental contexts of affected communities

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a first year Environmental Science major from South Carolina. I am especially interested in researching environmental psychology. One fun fact about me is that I used to work as a librarian, and I am an avid reader.

Undergraduate Researcher

I am currently pursuing a degree in Behavioral Neuroscience on a pre-medical track at Florida State University. I have a keen interest in medical anthropology and immunology. In my spare time, I enjoy playing badminton and sewing garments.

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a junior majoring in Biological Sciences on the Pre-Medical track, with a minor in Sociology. I am particularly interested in the intersection of sociology and health and how social factors can influence health outcomes and access to care. After graduation I plan to attend medical school and pursue a career where I can combine my interests in medicine and serving diverse communities. A fun fact about me is that I used to live in New Zealand!

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a senior from Tampa, Florida majoring in Biological Sciences and French with minors in Anthropology and Chemistry. I am involved in research across campus working on projects studying the viral mechanisms of HIV, trauma and recovery in Francophone media about the Rwandan genocide, and medical pluralism and trust among the Hadzabe hunter-gathers. After graduating, I hope to pursue a PhD in cellular and molecular biology.  

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a first year Biochemistry and Psychology major. I am hoping to go to medical school and become a trauma surgeon. A fun fact about me is that my first language was Spanish.

Undergraduate Researcher

I’m a sophomore majoring in psychology and sociology. I am particularly interested in public mental health and how social structures may influence decision-making in regard to our health. After graduating, I hope to continue researching by pursuing graduate school. A fun fact about me is that I love playing video games and Dungeons and Dragons!

Undergraduate Researcher

I am an IMS clinical professions major seeking a bachelor of science degree. I am interested in social immunology and pediatric surgery, and I am also an opera singer!

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a second-year Anthropology major with minors in Biological Science and Chemistry at Florida State University. I have a great interest in the way culture and health intersect. I aspire to attend medical school and then become a practicing physician. For fun, I love to read, bake, and sing!

Undergraduate Researcher

I am from Pensacola, FL, majoring in Biochemistry and Public Health. I am particularly interested in infectious disease epidemiology, prevention and control, and after completing my undergraduate degree, I aspire to attend graduate school. In my free time, I enjoy being outside, hiking, and reading!

High School Researcher

I am currently a junior at Bergen County Academies, NJ. I hope to pursue medical anthropology and biology in college. In my spare time, I like to write poetry and find new cafes around me!

Undergraduate Researcher

I am a senior from Pennsylvania majoring in Biology and minoring in Anthropology at FSU. I am on the pre-med track with interests in emergency and aerospace medicine. I'm currently researching the correlation between social support in indigenous communities and health. In my free time, I enjoy reading, painting, and long-distance running.