Dr. Eric S. Kim been invited to speak at and join the working groups of national- and international-think-tanks, including: the United Nations, OECD, U.S. Surgeon Generals Office, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, U.S. Department of Defense, National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Sciences. His research has been cited by policy statements/guidelines formulated by the: United Nations, National Academy of Sciences, American Heart Association, and the U.S. Surgeon General's Office. He has also collaborated on long-term projects with industry partners like UnitedHealth Care, AARP, and IDEO.
Key Contributions
01 Content Knowledge
Advises on research literature related to psychological well-being (e.g., purpose in life, life satisfaction, optimism, resilience, “happiness”), health psychology, clinical psychology, cardiovascular health, social determinants of health, and preventive health care use. Provides guidance on answering targeted questions by navigating scientific literature and piecing together relevant information. Additionally, creates literature reviews that synthesize insights from various fields in the social and behavioral sciences, offering potential next steps for solving specific problems.
02 Intervention Development
Actively reviews interventions during development cycles to ensure they follow best practices. Participates in meetings—whether through emails, phone calls, virtual meetings (Zoom/Skype/Google Hangout), or in-person sessions—to provide support throughout the intervention development process.
03 Study Design
Provides advice on the design of analytic plans, statistical analysis questions, and identifying the most relevant psychological and health behavior assessment instruments. Additionally, offers guidance on interpreting results from studies to ensure accurate and meaningful conclusions.
04 Outreach
Presents research on specific areas in engaging and accessible ways to executive teams. Assists in identifying and connecting organizations with subject matter specialists who can answer targeted questions or provide substantive support for ongoing projects.
Highlight of policy work
Our research has been cited in multiple national and international-level policy pieces.
Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory on the healing effects of social connection and community.
Office of the Surgeon General
2022
The U.S. Surgeon General’s framework for workplace mental health & well-being.
United Nations
2022
Human development report 2021-22: Uncertain times, unsettled lives: Shaping our future in a transforming world.
World Health Organization
2021
Global report on ageism.
World Health Organization, Eastern Mediterranean
2021
Build back fairer: Achieving health equity in the Eastern Mediterranean Region.
American Heart Association
2023
Neighborhoods and cardiovascular health: A scientific statement from the American Heart Association.
Kershaw, K. N., Magnani, J. W., Diez Roux, A. V., et al.
American Heart Association
2021
Psychological health, well-being, and the mind-heart-body connection: A scientific statement from the American Heart Association.
Levine, G. N., Cohen, B. E., Commodore-Mensah, Y., et al.
American Heart Association
2020
The American Heart Association 2030 impact goal: A presidential advisory from the American Heart Association.
Angell, S. Y., McConnell, M. V., Anderson, C. A., et al.
American Association of Retired Persons
2017
The brain and social connectedness: Global Council on Brain Health recommendations on social engagement and brain health.
Carlson, M., Gow, A., Litwin, H., Kim, E.S., et al.
World Bank Group
2014
Developing social-emotional skills for the labor market: The PRACTICE model
Guerra, N., Modecki, K., & Cunningham, W.
National Academy of Medicine
2014
Preventing psychological disorders in service members and their families: An assessment of programs
National Academy of Medicine
2013
National AcademReturning home from Iraq and Afghanistan: Assessment of readjustment needs of veterans, service members, and their familiesy of Medicine
National Academy of Medicine
2012
Treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder in military and veteran populations: Initial assessment
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