Robert Sedgwick
About Robert Sedgwick
Robert Sedgwick serves as the Senior Editor for Research Reports at JSTOR, where he focuses on expanding audience reach through partnerships and strategic initiatives. He has a strong academic background and extensive experience in developing resources in security studies and enhancing the discoverability of research content.
Work at ITHAKA
Robert Sedgwick has been serving as the Senior Editor for Research Reports at JSTOR, a division of ITHAKA, since 2016. In this role, he oversees the development and usage of JSTOR's open research reports collection. He collaborates with the Data-Intelligence team to track and analyze the usage of think tank content on the JSTOR platform, utilizing Tableau dashboards for data visualization. Sedgwick also negotiates and maintains partnerships with think tanks and research institutes to expand audience reach and enhance the platform's content offerings.
Education and Expertise
Robert Sedgwick holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts from New York University. Additionally, he studied at The American University in Cairo for five years. His academic background complements his expertise in research report editing and content strategy, particularly in the fields of security studies and open research.
Background
Robert Sedgwick's educational journey began at Milton Academy, followed by his studies at The American University in Cairo. He later earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Master of Arts from New York University. His diverse educational experiences contribute to his comprehensive understanding of international relations and research methodologies.
Achievements
Sedgwick has developed and launched a digitized collection of multi-content resources in the field of security studies for JSTOR. He has co-authored an article in a peer-reviewed journal focused on enhancing the impact and discoverability of think tank grey literature on the JSTOR platform. Additionally, he has conducted webinars and presentations for various professionals, including faculty and librarians, and has established an advisory board for Security Studies that includes leading academics and experts in cybersecurity.
Professional Engagement
Robert Sedgwick actively engages with the academic and professional community by attending and speaking at international relations conferences both in the United States and abroad. He has solicited feedback and guidance from over 300 professionals, including faculty, military, and intelligence officials, for his security studies project, demonstrating his commitment to collaborative research and audience engagement.