Doug Evans
About Doug Evans
Doug Evans is a Professor at The George Washington University, specializing in health communication and social marketing. He has authored four books and published over 180 peer-reviewed works, and has received funding from notable organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the National Cancer Institute.
Work at The George Washington University
Doug Evans has been a Professor at The George Washington University since 2008. In this role, he focuses on health communication and social marketing. His work includes teaching and mentoring students in public health and related fields. Evans has contributed to the academic community through research and publications, enhancing the university's reputation in public health education.
Previous Experience at American Institutes for Research
Before joining The George Washington University, Doug Evans served as the Managing Director at the American Institutes for Research from 1998 to 2003. During his five-year tenure, he led various research initiatives and contributed to the development of evidence-based practices in education and public health.
Authorship and Publications
Doug Evans has authored four books, including 'Public Health Branding' published in 2008 and 'Social Marketing Research for Global Public Health' from Oxford University Press in 2016. He has also published over 180 peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and book chapters, focusing on health communication and social marketing behavior change interventions.
Research Funding and Projects
Doug Evans has received funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to evaluate social media campaigns aimed at increasing COVID-19 vaccination uptake among healthcare providers in Nigeria. Additionally, he is currently funded by the National Cancer Institute through an R01 grant to design and evaluate digital behavior change interventions targeting smoking and vaping prevention among young adults.
Educational Background and Expertise
Doug Evans earned his Ph.D. in Cognitive Science from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. He also holds a BA in Psychology from Reed College, completed from 1980 to 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in behavior change theories, which he applies in public health branding and marketing.