CHCR Staff Teams

The CHCR comprises interdisciplinary teams of behavioral scientists, computer engineers, media professionals, project administrators, and students from a wide variety of disciplines (public health, psychology, social work, biostatistics, computer engineering, information science, art, and others). Most of the CHCR staff have worked together for several years and have established a shared knowledge-base and language regarding tailoring technology and intervention development. The advantages of this team's experience and interdisciplinary efforts cannot be underestimated. The interactions among the CHCR's professionals from various disciplines fosters the generation of innovative ideas, creative solutions to obstacles, and unique perspectives.

Research organizations that attempt to develop computer-based tailored programs through sub-contracts with outside firms almost invariably pay more and receive less than expected. A primary reason is lack of understanding of the nomenclature and requirements of the others' discipline. The CHCR though, has a significant history of successfully developing and implementing tailored interventions as a team for outside research organizations. Each team member is familiar with the theories and intricacies involved in developing health behavior interventions and conducting research trials. The team approach and experiential knowledge of the CHCR make it an ideal setting for outside institutions interested in developing tailored interventions, but in need of an experienced development team.