Paul Howe

As director, Paul Howe is responsible for the overall strategy and administration of the Feinstein International Center. A recognized expert on the topic of famine, he brings to his role over 17 years of experience working with the United Nations World Food Program...

Erin Coughlan de Perez

Dr. Erin Coughlan de Perez is a climate scientist whose work advances climate risk management by integrating science, policy, and practice to better anticipate and mitigate disasters such as droughts, floods, and heatwaves. She spearheaded the rise of Anticipatory...

Kimberly Howe

Dr. Kimberly Howe is a Research Associate Professor at the Friedman School and Research Director of Conflict and Governance at the Feinstein International Center, where her work focuses on civilian well‑being in conflict-affected populations, governance, and ethical...

Merry Fitzpatrick

Dr. Merry Fitzpatrick is a Research Assistant Professor at the Feinstein International Center whose work spans famine analysis, food security research, and the nutritional drivers of crisis‑affected populations. With nearly three decades of experience implementing and...

Anastasia Marshak

Dr. Anastasia Marshak is an Assistant Research Professor at the Friedman School and a Senior Researcher at the Feinstein International Center. Her work focuses on strengthening humanitarian nutrition by generating actionable evidence for policy and programs operating...