To coordinate an interview with a USC faculty expert during regular business hours, call the University of South Carolina’s Office of Media Relations at 803-777-5400. For reporters’ convenience in reaching faculty experts in the evening or on the weekend, home phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses are included with each entry.

Counter-terrorism and policing world society
Dr. Mathieu Deflem, an associate professor of sociology, researches international police cooperation and the law-enforcement agencies involved in counter-terrorism. He is the author of the 2002 book, "Policing World Society," and the editor of "Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism: Criminological Perspectives," which appeared in 2004. He can discuss international police cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts as they relate to security and law-enforcement organizations such as the FBI, CIA, Europol and Interpol; the policing of internationals at home and abroad; and how police agencies have evolved to meet the demands of terrorist groups and the threats they present to world security. Deflem recently conducted research visits in Israel and at Europol's anti-terrorism office in Tha Hague. He mainatins an extensive Web site: http://www.mathieudeflem.net. Office: 803-777-6596; home: 803-256-9116.

Presidency and leadership
Dr. Betty Glad, an expert in government and international studies and on the presidency and foreign policy, can discuss how presidents have managed crises, the doctrine of pre-emptive war and the problems it presents and how the U.S.-led war in Iraq will impact international relations. Glad, USC’s Olin D. Johnston Professor of Political Science, is a leading authority on the American presidency, the evaluation of leadership and political psychology. In addition to biographies and articles on American and world leaders, Glad’s publications include the book, "The Psychological Dimensions of War." Office: 803-777-4544; home: 803-787-8452.

The war’s impact on U.S. - China relations
China continues to reiterate its opposition to the U.S.-led war in Iraq. What impact will U.S. resolve to oust Saddam Hussein’s regime and liberate the Iraqi people have on U.S. relations with China? Dr. James T. Myers, a distinguished professor emeritus at USC, is available to discuss the future of U.S.-China relations with reporters. Myers, the founder and first director of USC’s Center for Asian Studies at USC, has earned an international reputation as China scholar. Home: 803-256-9070.

The threat of anthrax
Dr. Alvin Fox, a USC School of Medicine bacteriologist who is a nationally recognized expert on biodetection and anthrax, says that an elite team of scientists could do for the defense against bioterrorism in the 21st century what the Manhattan Project did for combat in the 20th century. Fox, one of the nation’s few civilian researchers studying anthrax, says that combating bioterrorism will require the skills of a coalition -- including bacteriologists, physicists, chemists and engineers -- working in a unified effort rarely seen in scientific/military research since World War II. Fox can discuss anthrax and other bioterrorism threats and what scientists must do to combat these threats. Office: 803-733-3288.

The public-health response to bioterroism
The threat of bioterrorism has put the nation’s public-health system on high alert. Dr. Harris Pastides, vice president for research and health sciences, can discuss the steps needed to ensure that public-health workers are prepared for bioterrorism attacks, including anthrax, smallpox and other deadly diseases. The Arnold school has received a grant of nearly $1 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to become a national Center for Public Health Preparedness to battle bioterrorism. Office: 803-777-5032.

Talking to children about war
Parents, teachers and other adults already are thinking about how they will address the subject of war when children ask questions. Dr. Kathleen Scharer, a USC nurse who specializes in child psychiatry, can give tips on what parents should say to children when they see disturbing news on television or want to talk about topics related to war, including terrorism and bioterrorism. Scharer says it is important for parents to limit the amount of television and the kinds of news programs that children watch if war occurs. Office: 803-777-8466.

War coverage in the age of technology
Charles Bierbuaer was CNN’s top correspondent in Washington for 20 years before being named Dean of the College of Mass Communication and Information Studies in 2002. Bierbauer can discuss how media coverage of war has changed and the impact that the Internet, a vehicle for news and information, and the proliferation of cable will impact war coverage. He also can discuss media and government relations and the public right to information; censorship and how it differs among countries; and how the United States sets the tone for international policy.

The psychological impact of war on veterans
A USC School of Medicine professor and a former U.S. Army psychiatrist, Dr. Clyde Flanagan can talk about the psychological impact of war on veterans, including post-traumatic stress disorder. He says that this war could be very different, too, for families because of the number of women who are in the military and may serve in combat roles. He can discuss the impact of the war on military families and the stress that military service places on the spouses and children who remain at home. Office: 803-434-4250.

The impact of war on oil
USC petroleum geologist Dr. Chris Kendall studies oil supplies in the Middle East and can discuss the impact of war on the nation’s oil supply. Kendall also has developed a sophisticated computer program that enables oil companies and geologists to look for oil throughout the world. Office: 803-777-2410; home: 803-256-9438.

Impact of military separation on families
USC psychologist Dr. Fred Medway studies separation and anxiety. Medway, who was widely quoted during the Gulf War and later studied the impact of separation on military personnel and their families during the Gulf War, says military-related separation is very difficult for family members, stay at home spouses (SOS) and children. Anxiety and depression in adults and behavior problems in children are not uncommon, Medway says. Problems can develop long before deployment occurs and several months after reunion. Home: 803-781-6836.

Making the case for war
Dr. Patrick Maney, a U.S. presidential historian, can compare President Bush’s task of garnering public support for military action against Iraq to that of President Franklin D. Roosevelt when he had to convince the Americans that the United States needed to fight war in Europe in addition to the South Pacific. Home: 803-787-3021.

Terrorism in the 21st century
Dr. Peter Sederberg, a professor in USC’s department of government and international studies, has spent his career studying terrorism. He is the author of "Terrorist Myths: Illusion, Rhetoric, and Reality" (Prentice Hall, 1989) and "Fires Within: Political Violence and Revolutionary Change" (Harper-Collins, 1994). Sederberg can discuss the realities of terrorism in the 21st century and the problem of appropriate response to terrorist attacks. His chapter, Global Terrorism: Problems of Challenge and Response, is included in the book, "The New Global Terrorism," edited by USC professor Dr. Charles Kegley and just released this year by Prentice Hall. Office: 803-777-8102.

Comparing anti-war sentiment today to Vietnam War era
There are many similarities and differences between the anti-Vietnam protests and protests against a war with Iraq, says Dr. Dan T. Carter, a modern U.S. historian (post 1930) who specializes in American political and social history. The similarities include the demographics of the people protesting and the South’s traditionally pro-military stance and support of military intervention abroad. The differences include more anti-war activism on the West Coast and even in the Midwest than in the Northeast. Carter says this is in part because Northeasterners -- particularly New Yorkers -- feel the events of September 11 more keenly, as well as the fact that a larger number of New Yorkers closely identify with the fate of Israel. Perhaps the most glaring difference today is the absence of the draft, which makes young people far less emotionally invested in the anti-war movement. Home: 803-799-4287.

Economic impact of war
Research economists Drs. Donald Schunk and Douglas Woodward of USC’s Moore School of Business can discuss the economic impact of a U.S.- led war against Iraq. Schunk, who specializes in South Carolina and regional economics, can discuss the impact a war could have in Palmetto State and the Carolinas. Woodward can discuss how a war could impact international markets and global business. Schunk -- Home: 808-3578.

Geography of Iraq and its impact on war
Recent events, from the war on terrorism to the impending war in Iraq, have been a geography lesson for most Americans. But how does the terrain in Iraq differ from Afghanistan and what impact does that have on the success of U.S. military action? Dr. Carl Dahlman, a USC geographer, specializes in the Middle East and can discuss the geography of Iraq, as well as other countries. He also can discuss the geopolitical, social, and economic issues of military conflict.

The United Nations’ effectiveness in preventing
USC professor Dr. Donald Puchala, an expert on international affairs and the United Nations, can discuss the effectiveness of the U.N. Security Council’s enforcement of the resolution that has required Iraqi disarmament since the Gulf War and what evidence the United States and weapons inspectors must produce in order for military action to be supported. Puchala is a specialist in international cooperation and organization. Office: 803-777-8180 and 777-7193; Home: 803-419-0273 and 828-749-1159 (weekends).

The impact of Europe’s divided stance on war
The unwillingness of other countries support a U.S. military effort against Iraq illustrates the deep divide that exists internationally for a potential U.S. - Iraqi war. Some say these countries’ positions are bold and just, while others accuse France and Germany of having forgotten how the United States saved them from the tyranny of Hitler and contributed greatly to their economic recovery. Puchala also can discuss Western European perspectives on a war against Iraq. Office: 803-777-8180 and 777-7193; Home: 803-419-0273 and 828-749-1159 (weekends).