The UT Knoxville Experts Guide is a directory of selected faculty and staff who are available to provide quotes, background information, and comments on a wide variety of topics. This is a resource for members of the media but not an exhaustive list of experts.
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Chad Autry on Egg Prices
Chad Autry is an expert in supply planning and forecasting, supply chain strategy and operations, retail supply and demand issues.
Brian Wirth on Nuclear Energy
Brian Wirth is an expert in nuclear fuel and structural material performance in nuclear environments.
John Sorochan on turfgrass for FIFA World Cup 2026
John is a leading expert on turfgrass science and management. He is leading a research team to create the perfect pitches for FIFA World Cup 2026.
Tom Goldsby on Supply Chain
Tom Goldsby is an expert in supply chain management and how tariffs and trade wars impact supply chains, supply chain leaders’ response and consumer concerns.
Lee Murphy on Nutrition
Lee Murphy is an expert in nutrition including general wellness, public health, sports nutrition, disease prevention and weight loss.
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Kelsey Ellis on Extreme Weather
Kelsey Ellis is an expert in extreme weather including tornadoes, flooding and other adverse weather events.