Summary
Michael Flynn is an Associate Director of Security Studies and political science professor at Kansas State University who specializes in the social, political, and economic consequences of U.S. military deployments. With over a decade of funded research— including a $1.2M DoD Minerva/Army Research Laboratory grant—he combines rigorous Bayesian and advanced statistical methods with practical study design to answer policy-relevant questions. He teaches research methods, advises graduate and undergraduate students, and translates complex analyses into clear, actionable briefings for non-technical audiences. As founder of Prior Analytics LLC, he also provides consulting in statistical analysis, survey and study design, and technical reporting to government, nonprofit, and private-sector clients. Less obvious: his work bridges academic publication and popular media engagement, making nuanced security research accessible beyond the academy.
8 years of coding experience
16 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Political Science at SUNY Potsdam
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Political Science, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Political Science at Binghamton University
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