Biography:
Matthew Beattie is currently an Adjunct Professor of Data Science at the University of Oklahoma (OU). His research has focused on the application of machine learning to social challenges, including addiction, disease propagation, and homelessness. He is a member of the Data Science and Analytics Institute and the Data Institute for Societal Challenges, both at OU. His education includes a PhD in Engineering from OU, Master's degrees from OU and the North Carolina State University, and a Bachelor of Science from Duke University. Dr. Beattie is a U.S. Army Veteran and has a career in industry including executive positions in multiple companies including AT&T and Crown Castle.
Title : Revisiting the gateway hypothesis by considering the effect of age-of-first use on subsequent illicit drug use