His research interests include computer imaging and image analysis, morphometrics, anthropometry, craniofacial morphological variation, human health and variation, growth and development, osteology, forensic facial reproduction, sexual dimorphism, animal models for human conditions, and applications of 3D imaging and morphometric approaches to material culture depicting congenital anomalies. Most of Dr. Starbuck’s research to date has focused on Down syndrome and individuals born with cleft lip and palate. However, Dr. Starbuck is interested in other conditions affecting the craniofacial complex and the use of 3D imaging to analyze post-cranial morphology.