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Our work is grounded in decades of research across behavioral science, neuroscience, public health, and organizational psychology. Guided by our Science Advisory Board and leading experts, we translate the latest findings into practical, evidence-based solutions that help individuals thrive, build resilience, and align daily action with what matters most.
Kumanu’s Science Advisory Board is composed of leading experts in behavioral science, public health, neuroscience, and organizational psychology. Their research and insights guide the development of our platform—ensuring it is grounded in evidence, driven by purpose, and designed to make meaningful, measurable impact.
Founder and CEO, Kumanu
Vic Strecher, Ph.D., MPH, is a pioneer in digital health and purpose science. A professor at the University of Michigan and founder of Kumanu, he’s known for advancing the science of behavior change and helping individuals and organizations lead more purposeful, thriving lives.
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Kumanu Science Advisory Board Member
Ethan Kross, Ph.D., is a professor at the University of Michigan and director of the Emotion & Self-Control Laboratory. An award-winning psychologist, he is the author of the bestsellers Chatter and Shift, exploring the science of introspection and emotion regulation to enhance wellbeing and performance.
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Kumanu Science Advisory Board Member
Anthony Burrow, Ph.D., is a professor of psychology at Cornell University and a leading expert on the science of purpose. As a member of Kumanu’s Science Advisory Board, he brings deep insight into how purpose shapes identity, motivation, and wellbeing across the lifespan.
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Emily Falk, Ph.D., is a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and an expert in the neuroscience of communication and behavior change. She leads the Communication Neuroscience Lab and advises organizations on how messages spread, drive action, and foster connection.
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Chief Medical Officer
Robert Carr, M.D., MPH, is Chief Medical Officer at Kumanu and former President of the American College of Preventive Medicine. A nationally recognized leader in population health and executive coaching, he brings decades of clinical, corporate, and academic experience to advancing purpose-centered wellbeing.
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Ken Resnicow, Ph.D., is a leading expert in health behavior change and Professor at both the University of Minnesota and University of Michigan. His research spans motivational interviewing, health equity, and eHealth innovation, with a focus on underserved populations and culturally tailored interventions.
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Kumanu Science Advisory Board Member
Robert E. Quinn is a co-founder of the Center for Positive Organizations and professor emeritus at the University of Michigan. A leading thinker in organizational change and purpose-driven leadership, his research inspires more purposeful, thriving workplaces.
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