ICRU staff

Director Robert F. Kirby has a PhD in biopsychology from the University of Virginia. Bob also serves as the
Associate Director of the University Honors Program, and he is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Psychology.
His interests feature neural control, human behavior, the effects of drugs, and their mechanisms of action.
Beyond the University of Iowa, Bob loves to spend his time in the outdoors. Contact Bob at
robert-kirby@uiowa.edu, or
319-335-1684.
Katie Wildman, Undergraduate Research Specialist. Is a doctoral student in Student Affairs Administration and
Research. She has a B.A. in Advertising from Southern Methodist University in Dallas and an M.Ed in Counseling
from Clemson University in South Carolina. When she isn’t studying, Katie can be found on the volleyball court,
starting a new creative project, or training for her next cycling/triathlon adventure. Contact Katie at
katherine-wildman@uiowa.edu, or
319.335.8336.
peer researchers
Peer researchers are students who have completed an ICRU research opportunity and are willing to share their experiences. Visit the peer researcher page to find a student in your area of interest!