Samantha received her Master of Science degree in Health Psychology from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Her love of research led her to joining the team. Samantha is involved in assisting investigators with grant submissions and post-award requirements, submission of yearly NIH progress reports, IRB form compliance, and is involved in R01 and U01 grand budgeting and management. She also designs data collection tools, manages study databases, and provides technical support to investigators. In her free time, Samantha enjoys practicing yoga, stand-up paddle boarding, and hiking.