Jonathan Plucker

Jonathan Plucker is the Julian C. Stanley Professor of Talent Development at Johns Hopkins University, with joint appointments in the School of Education and the Center for Talented Youth. A leading scholar in creativity, intelligence, and education policy, he previously held positions at the University of Connecticut and Indiana University, authoring over 200 papers and books such as *Critical Issues and Practices in Gifted Education* and *Essentials of Creativity Assessment*. His research focuses on talent development, excellence gaps, and promoting achievement for all students, earning him fellowships from the American Psychological Association and AAAS.