Faculty Experts

University at Buffalo faculty experts can provide commentary and analysis on topics in the news. For help finding a faculty expert, contact UB Media Relations at 716-645-6969 or ub-news@buffalo.edu.

Note to members of the news media:

The correct name of the university is “University at Buffalo,” not “University of Buffalo.”

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Artificial Intelligence Experts

University at Buffalo experts are available to discuss all aspects of artificial intelligence, including its history, societal implications and applications. View UB experts on artificial intelligence.

Climate Change Experts

University at Buffalo experts are available to discuss all aspects of climate change, including its causes, solutions and the diverse ways in which people experience it. View UB experts on climate change.

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Driven to Discover: A podcast featuring UB experts

Driven to Discover is a podcast that explores innovative University at Buffalo research through candid conversations with the researchers about their inspirations and goals.

  • Elad Levy on the Future of Neurosurgery
    3/31/26
    As a first-year med student, Elad Levy tried to balance competitive rowing with the demands of school. But he quickly realized he couldn’t pursue both at the highest level. He chose medicine, discovered neurosurgery—and was soon on a path to transforming the field.
  • Lucia Leone on Closing the Food Gap
    3/3/26
    Public health researcher Lucia Leone understands food insecurity—she grew up with it. Now she’s leading interventions to bring healthy, affordable food to everyone, no matter their income or ZIP code. In the next episode, she talks about projects that are making a difference, from mobile produce markets to food prescriptions.
  • Frank Scannapieco on the Mouth-Body Connection
    2/4/26
    Frank Scannapieco went to college only because his dad told him to. Now he’s a world-renowned oral biologist helping to reshape how we think about health. In this episode, he explains how poor oral health is linked to diseases like diabetes, pneumonia and Alzheimer’s—and why a few simple habits can make a difference.
  • Carleara Weiss on Sleep and the Brain
    12/9/25
    Sleep is a basic biological function, so why do so many people struggle with it? In this episode, renowned sleep expert Carleara Weiss unpacks the mysteries of why we sleep and what happens when we don’t; discusses her research on the link between sleep and Alzheimer's; and shares her top tips for getting a better night’s rest.

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The views and opinions expressed by faculty in commentary to news media are based on their scholarship and/or research and do not represent the official positions of the University at Buffalo.

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