Kau, Alice
About Kau, Alice
Alice Kau is a Program Director at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2003. She holds a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from The Ohio State University and has a background in Clinical Psychology from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Alice Kau has served as a Program Director at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2003. In this role, she plays a significant part in the autism and behavioral science research communities. Her responsibilities include organizing research-related working groups and workshops aimed at analyzing various research topics. She also focuses on obtaining recommendations for future programmatic initiatives, contributing to the advancement of research in her field.
Education and Expertise
Alice Kau completed her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology at The Ohio State University from 1981 to 1985. Following her doctoral studies, she pursued a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 1985 to 1986. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in psychological research and practice, enhancing her contributions to the field of autism and behavioral science.
Previous Academic Experience
Prior to her current role at the NIH, Alice Kau worked as an Assistant Professor at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 2000 to 2003. During her tenure in the Baltimore, Maryland area, she engaged in academic and research activities that further developed her expertise in psychology and behavioral science.
Guidance and Support for Grantees
In her position at the NIH, Alice Kau provides guidance and advice to grantees and potential grantees regarding NIH policies and procedures. This role involves assisting researchers in navigating the complexities of funding and compliance, thereby facilitating the progress of research initiatives within the NIH framework.