Dr. Zach's primary research interests focus on the information-seeking behavior of decision makers and ways of identifying and preserving critical knowledge-based assets within organizations. Before embarking on an academic career, Dr. Zach spent almost 20 years working in various areas of administration and financial management. Dr. Zach is currently Principal Investigator on an IMLS grant to study information professionals’ responses to crisis situations such as the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricanes