Internal Advisors

Our Scientific Advisory Group consists of ten distinguished faculty leaders representing five schools across UAB. This advisory body convenes twice yearly to provide strategic guidance, oversight, and support for the Center's ongoing initiatives and future direction.

• Tom Buford, PhD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Jeff Curtis, MD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Maria Danila, MD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Larry Hearld, PhD (School of Health Professions)
• Bertha Hidalgo, PhD (School of Public Health)
• Amjad Javed, PhD (School of Dentistry)
• Merry-Lynn McDonald, PhD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Tony Merriman, PhD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Troy Randall, PhD (Heersink School of Medicine)
• Steven Theiss, MD (Heersink School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery)

External Advisors

CAMBAC regularly engages in thorough external evaluations conducted by a panel of three nationally acclaimed experts. These reviews ensure continued excellence, identify opportunities for advancement, and facilitate alignment with best practices in the field.