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Kathleen BairdView profile

Professor

• Domestic and Family Violence
• Midwifery Education
• Women's Health
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Professor Kathleen Baird is Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where she holds a Professorial appointment. She leads the School within UTS’s Faculty of Health. With a PhD and Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), she specializes in midwifery education and research, focusing on family violence, women’s health, and healthcare policy. Her work bridges clinical practice and policy, addressing structural vulnerabilities in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. Key roles include Deputy Chair of the Queensland Death and Homicide Review Board, member of the Queensland Domestic and Family Violence Implementation Council (2016–2023), and leadership positions in national bodies such as the Council of Deans Nursing and Midwifery (CDNM) and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Internationally, she serves as Co-Assistant Secretary-General of the Global Network of WHO Collaborating Centres for Nursing and Midwifery. Her research emphasizes improving maternal health outcomes through innovative midwifery models, domestic violence interventions, and workforce sustainability. Recent projects include studies on midwifery workforce attrition and telehealth integration in education. Awards include recognition for her contributions to midwifery education and policy.

Anne E. BeckerView profile

Professor

• Global Health
• Mental Health
• Eating Disorders
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Anne E. Becker is the Dean for Clinical and Academic Affairs at the Harvard Medical School and holds the Maude and Lillian Presley Professorship in Global Health and Social Medicine. Her research focuses on global mental health, cultural psychiatry, and eating disorders, emphasizing health equity and cross-cultural perspectives. She has pioneered studies on the impact of globalization on body image and mental health in diverse populations, including Fiji, Lebanon, and Haiti. Becker’s work bridges academic leadership with practical global health initiatives, such as the Lancet NCDI Poverty Commission and mental health training programs for educators in low-resource settings. She has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles, advocating for culturally sensitive approaches to mental health diagnosis and treatment. Her research spans topics like post-conflict youth resilience, the intersection of climate change and eating disorders, and the validation of mental health assessment tools in non-Western contexts. She has collaborated extensively with institutions in the Global South to strengthen local health systems and address disparities in care access.

• Palliative Care
• Qualitative Research
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Tim Luckett is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), affiliated with the IMPACCT research group within the Faculty of Health. His work bridges health, social, and implementation sciences to advance person-centered, interdisciplinary care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses. He specializes in qualitative methods, surveys, and systematic reviews to evaluate complex interventions aimed at improving care quality and patient outcomes. Dr. Luckett co-chairs the Palliative Care Clinical Studies Collaborative (PaCCSC) and co-leads the Cancer Quality of Life Expert Service Team (CQUEST), funded by Cancer Australia. He also serves as an academic editor for PLOS ONE and contributes to UTS postgraduate palliative care education. Research Focus: Chronic illness self-management, breathlessness management, palliative care innovation, and clinical trial design. Current projects include non-pharmacological interventions for COPD, opioid use patterns in cancer patients, and patient-reported outcome measures. Funded Research: Includes grants on healthcare utilisation in older cancer patients, breathlessness crisis management, and interstitial lung disease studies. He leads the ACT Breathlessness Intervention Service evaluation and co-develops self-management plans for COPD crises. Awards & Roles: Academic editor for PLOS ONE, ethics committee member (UTS MREC), and peer reviewer for multiple journals. His work emphasizes patient voice in clinical research and healthcare policy.

Nicola ArmstrongView profile

Professor

• Applied Statistics
• Data Science
• Genetics
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Nicola Armstrong is a Professor at Curtin University in Western Australia, where she serves in the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. She is currently the Discipline Lead for Mathematics and Statistics (2024-25) and serves as president of the Western Australian branch of the Statistical Society of Australia. Dr. Armstrong received her PhD from the Department of Statistics at UC Berkeley. Her academic journey has taken her from postdoctoral work in the Netherlands to positions at the Netherlands Cancer Institute as a senior statistician and the Garvan Institute as a senior bioinformatics officer before joining Curtin University. Her research spans multiple disciplines at the intersection of statistics, genomics, and biomedical science. Dr. Armstrong has made significant contributions to: Development of statistical methodology for genomic analysis Application of statistics to cancer research Studies of healthy ageing and dementia Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) Epigenetics and biomarker research Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the genetic and epigenetic factors influencing brain structure, cognitive function, and age-related diseases. Her work often involves large-scale collaborative efforts through international consortia, particularly in the areas of neuroimaging genetics and dementia research. Many of her recent studies employ multi-omics approaches to understand the complex interplay between genetic variation, environmental factors, and disease outcomes. Dr. Armstrong actively contributes to the academic community through her teaching of statistics and data science courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including STAT1006 Regression and Non-parametric Statistics, STAT3001 Statistical Modelling, STAT4002 Introduction to Applied Statistics, STAT5009 Decision Methods and Predictive Analytics, and ACTL4003 Predictive Analytics Principles.

Tanya J BenitezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health
• Health Disparities and Health Equity
• Physical Activity Promotion
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Dr. Tanya J Benitez is an Assistant Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences (Research) at Brown University. Her work focuses on promoting physical activity among Latino populations, particularly Latina women, through culturally tailored interventions leveraging technology. She holds a PhD in Health Education from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a Master’s in Social Work from Stony Brook University, and postdoctoral training in Health Disparities Science (Arizona State University) and Cardiovascular Epidemiology (UC San Diego). Her research emphasizes reducing health disparities via interventions addressing social, cultural, and behavioral mechanisms. Current projects include the Pasos Hacia La Salud II randomized controlled trial (RCT) using digital tools to enhance physical activity adherence. She also explores barriers/facilitators to exercise in underserved groups and the role of technology in behavior change. Teaching responsibilities include courses like PHP 2071 and 2072 on applied public health systems and policy. Collaborative work centers on Latino men’s health through the Hombres Saludables intervention and multi-institutional studies on health equity. Her research consistently links physical activity to stress reduction and long-term health outcomes, with particular attention to acculturation effects and family support systems. Key outcomes from her interventions demonstrate improvements in muscle-strengthening behaviors, stress management, and adherence to national activity guidelines among participants. Findings are disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and conference poster sessions. Ongoing efforts aim to optimize cost-effectiveness of technology-driven interventions while addressing systemic barriers in health equity.

Tamara BackhouseView profile

Research Fellow

• Dementia Care
• Personal Care Interactions
• Care Home Strategies
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Tamara Backhouse is a Senior Research Associate and Research Fellow at the University of East Anglia’s School of Health Sciences, affiliated with the Lifespan Health and Dementia & Complexity in Later Life research groups. She holds prestigious fellowships including the NIHR Advanced Fellowship and Alzheimer’s Society Research Fellowship. Her academic journey includes a PhD from UEA (2010–2014), an MA in Sociological Research from Essex University (2009–2010), and a BSc in Psychology and Sociology from University Campus Suffolk (2006–2009). Her research focuses on improving dementia care, particularly reducing refusals of care in advanced stages, optimizing personal care interactions, and mitigating risks in homecare settings. Key projects include the Pro-CARE Study and the OPTIMISED-DEMCARE intervention. She has supervised doctoral students Tanne Heathershaw and Ana Paula Trucco. Backhouse has secured grants from NIHR, Alzheimer’s Society, and Motor Neurone Disease Association, leading projects such as the NIHR DEM-COMM Extension and FTDToolkit. Her work spans over 40 publications, with recent emphasis on caregiver grief, motor neurone disease symptomatology, and care-resistant behaviors. She has received awards including the Alzheimer’s Society ‘Rising Star in Dementia Research’ and Emerald Literati Outstanding Reviewer. Her contributions extend to editorial roles, including Review Editor for Frontiers in Public Health , and involvement in the WHO Dementia Knowledge Exchange network.

Kendra ThomsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Developmental Disabilities
• Mental Health
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Kendra Thomson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Disability Studies at Brock University and holds a part-time Scientist position at the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre at CAMH. She earned her PhD in Psychology from the University of Manitoba (2011), specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at York University (2013). Her research focuses on translating evidence-based behavioral strategies to empower individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and care providers. She has authored over 40 publications and serves as the lab director of the Thomson Lab, emphasizing community-engaged research. Key awards include the 2021 Jerry Shook Award from the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts. Her educational background includes a PhD from the University of Manitoba and postdoctoral training at York University. She collaborates extensively with CAMH to advance clinical and research initiatives in neurodevelopmental disabilities and mental health. Research interests include behavioral interventions for autism spectrum disorders, mental health support for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and caregiver training programs. Recent projects highlight telehealth applications, virtual education, and interprofessional collaboration in healthcare settings. Dr. Thomson advises multiple graduate students and has led grants focused on improving quality of life for neurodivergent populations. Her lab emphasizes partnerships between academia and community organizations to ensure practical, impactful outcomes.

• Biostatistics
• Health Outcomes Research
• Multivariate Statistics
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Dr. Daisha Jane Cipher is a Professor with Tenure at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), affiliated with the College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI). She serves in the Dean's Office, Nursing-Grad program and holds the Myrna R. Pickard Endowed Professorship. Her research focuses on biostatistical methodologies, health outcomes analysis, and educational tools for nursing and medical students. Cipher has authored over 100 publications and textbooks, including Statistics for Nursing Research: A Workbook for Evidence-Based Practice . Education: PhD in Psychology from Southern Methodist University (1998), MS in Psychology from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (1996), BA in Psychology from University of Texas at Austin (1994). Research Interests : Multivariate statistical modeling (structural equation modeling, hierarchical linear models), analysis of large national healthcare databases, development of statistical education resources for healthcare professionals. Current projects include investigating clinical outcomes in cardiovascular patients, optimizing nursing education curricula, and evaluating interventions for vulnerable populations such as veterans and dementia caregivers. Professional Contributions : Principal biostatistician on 25+ funded grants; recipient of 2021 and 2018 American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Awards. Active in mentoring over 40 graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. Leads the Nursing Education Research Initiative, focusing on evidence-based practice and statistical literacy in healthcare education. Labs/Teams : Directs the Nursing Education Research Initiative and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at UTA's Center for Research and Scholarship. Partnerships include VA medical centers, spinal cord injury programs, and global health initiatives in Kenya.

• Medical Statistics
• Health Informatics
• Machine Learning
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Dr. Mizanur Khondoker is an Associate Professor in Medical Statistics at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, with affiliations in Population Health and Norwich Epidemiology Centre. His research program focuses on developing advanced statistical methodologies for healthcare applications including dementia risk prediction, electronic health records analysis, and clinical trial design. He holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Edinburgh, an MSc in Biostatistics from University of Dhaka, and postgraduate teaching qualifications from King's College London. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he maintains active roles in academic leadership including editorial positions for Statistical Methods in Medical Research. Khondoker's methodological research spans machine learning applications in genomics, longitudinal data modeling for cognitive decline trajectories, and dynamic prediction models. His clinical collaborations address pressing issues in mental health, neuroepidemiology, and post-pandemic health outcomes. Recent interdisciplinary work examines social prescribing interventions for dementia care and inflammation-related comorbidities. His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on psychiatric epidemiology and medical statistics, with emerging interests in the neurological sequelae of viral infections and health disparities. Methodological innovations appear in analysis of complex biobank datasets and causal inference techniques for observational studies. As principal investigator on multiple NIHR-funded projects, he leads research on anxiety assessment in stroke patients, motor neuron disease caregiver support, and inflammation-related comorbidities. His team maintains active industry partnerships to translate methodological advances into clinical practice.

Kelly PenzView profile

Associate Professor

• Professional Quality of Life
• Psychosocial Wellness of Healthcare Professionals
• Rural and Remote Nursing Practice
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Dr. Kelly Penz is an Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Nursing. Her research focuses on professional quality of life, psychosocial wellbeing of rural/remote nurses, and palliative care professionals. She explores job-demands/resources, traumatic events, and recruitment/retention challenges through mixed-methods approaches. Dr. Penz has led/co-led national and provincial grants totaling over $120,000, including studies on fall prevention in older adults with cancer and rural nurse wellbeing. She teaches undergraduate and graduate nursing courses such as Advanced Research Methods in Quantitative Design and Evidence-Informed Practice. Her research interests include instrument development (e.g., Job Demands/Job Resources Scales) and palliative care communication. She has served on external committees including the Saskatchewan Hospice Palliative Care Association and Regina Palliative Care Inc. Dr. Penz supervises Master's and PhD students exploring rural healthcare challenges and palliative care practices. Her work bridges nursing practice, policy, and public health to improve healthcare equity in underserved regions.

Mark MorganView profile

Professor

• Patient Safety
• Primary Care Data
• Shared Decision Making
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Professor Mark Morgan is a distinguished academic and clinician at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, where he serves as Associate Dean for External Engagement and Professor in the Department of General Practice. With extensive experience in both clinical practice and research, he has established himself as a leader in primary care research and policy development in Australia. Professor at Bond University, Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine Associate Dean for External Engagement Chair of the RACGP Expert Committee for Quality Care Active researcher with numerous recent publications Professor Morgan's research interests span multiple critical areas in primary care including patient safety, management of patients with multiple long-term conditions, shared decision making, and deprescribing. His work bridges clinical practice and health policy, with significant contributions to understanding how healthcare systems can deliver better outcomes for patients. His research often focuses on translating evidence into practice improvements within general practice settings. His recent publications demonstrate expertise across diverse areas including antimicrobial stewardship, medication safety, end-of-life care in general practice, and the management of multimorbidity. The research output shows a strong trajectory with increasing publication activity in recent years, particularly in high-impact areas of primary care. Professor Morgan actively contributes to national health policy through his roles on the Health Care Homes Implementation Advisory Group and the Medicare Benefits Review General Practice and Primary Care Clinical Committee. His policy work focuses on improving healthcare systems, digital health record safety, and medical benefits scheduling. As an educator, Professor Morgan teaches within Bond University's Medical Program and holds a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education from Flinders University. His educational expertise complements his clinical and research activities, creating a comprehensive academic profile that strengthens medical education at Bond University.

• Social and emotional learning
• Cyberbullying prevention
• Community development
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Susana Fonseca Carvalhosa serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social and Organizational Psychology at the School of Social and Human Sciences, ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon, while also holding an Integrated Researcher position at CIS-Iscte - Center for Social Research and Intervention within the Community, Education and Development group. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Psychology from University of Bergen, Norway (2008) Master's degree in Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies from Lusophone University of Humanities and Technology (2001) Bachelor's degree in Special Education and Rehabilitation from Faculty of Human Kinetics - UTL (1997) Her research centers on social and emotional learning (SEL) innovation, particularly through technology-mediated approaches for bullying prevention and community development. She pioneers digital interventions like the Emotechie Serious Play system targeting children aged 5-14, while maintaining strong foundations in community psychology and health promotion. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in educational settings, emphasizing vulnerable populations and early intervention strategies. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent focus on bullying prevention mechanisms (both cyber and physical), with increasing integration of technology in SEL programs since 2016. Her recent work demonstrates strong emphasis on evaluation methodologies including randomized control trials, while maintaining connections to community development and social responsibility frameworks in higher education. Dr. Fonseca has led or contributed to eight major international research projects including BEEmotional-Techie (as Coordinator), DISABUSE, PARENTNETS, and LEAD, involving partnerships across 14 institutions in Portugal, Spain, Italy, Hungary, Greece, Ireland, Romania, France, Peru, Argentina, and Brazil. These projects address bullying prevention, social responsibility in higher education, mentoring pathways, and technology-enhanced learning. She actively contributes to the CIS-Iscte research ecosystem through the Community, Education and Development group, developing community-based interventions like the GerAcções program while engaging with the Ubuntu educational philosophy for socio-emotional development.

• International Development
• Indigenous Peoples
• Econometrics
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Ricardo Godoy is a Professor of International Development at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University. His research focuses on the socio-economic impacts of globalization, market exposure, and modernization on indigenous populations, particularly in Bolivia. He leads the Tsimane¿ Amazonian Panel Study (TAPS), collaborating with institutions like Northwestern University and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Education: Ph.D., Columbia University M.A., University of Chicago M.P.A., Harvard University B.A., Tufts University His research interests include evolutionary biology applications to cultural anthropology, health economics, and randomized control trials among Amazonian communities. He has received the Heller Teaching Award (2009) and served on NSF panels.

Peter H. BrubakerView profile

Professor

• Exercise Physiology
• Cardiology
• Chronic Disease Prevention
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Peter H. Brubaker is a tenured Professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Science at Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With a 30+ year fellowship in both the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Association of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, he has directed cardiac rehabilitation programs (1991-2016) and currently serves as Wake Forest's Faculty Athletic Representative to NCAA/ACC. His research spans chronic disease prevention, heart failure, and cancer-related cardiovascular dysfunction. Academic Roles: Professor, Director of Healthy Exercise/Lifestyle Programs Research Themes: Heart failure rehabilitation, exercise physiology, caloric restriction effects, chemotherapy cardiotoxicity His 150+ publications focus on clinical trials like BEACON (bone health in aging), SECRET II (obesity-HFpEF interactions), and MESA ancillary studies. Recent work includes 2024 publications on trial methodologies and 2023 meta-analyses of exercise adherence. Scientific Recognition: ACSM Fellow, AACR Fellow Editorial Roles: Clinical Section Editor, ACSM Guidelines 7th ed. Brubaker's NIH and industry-funded projects include cardiovascular injury assessments post-chemotherapy and resistance training interventions for HFpEF. He lectures nationally/internationally on clinical exercise applications.

Anthony P. MarshView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Gerontology
• Physical Disability Rehabilitation
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Professor Anthony P. Marsh serves as Senior Associate Dean of Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Wake Forest University, holding a professorship in the Department of Health and Exercise Science. His academic leadership spans biomechanics, aging research, and physical disability rehabilitation, with decades of contributions to gerontological science. Education Ph.D. from Arizona State University M.S. and undergraduate degrees from University of Western Australia Dr. Marsh's research centers on preserving physical function in older adults through behavioral interventions targeting physical activity and weight loss. His work employs randomized controlled trials in laboratory and community settings to investigate how muscle strength, power, balance, and body composition influence daily functioning. Key methodologies include developing novel assessment tools for mobility and muscle performance, with emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex aging challenges. Current studies examine vision-mobility interactions, vitamin D effects on muscle power, and exercise modality impacts during weight loss. Research Trends : Recent publications reveal a strategic pivot toward multisystem aging research , integrating vision science (contrast sensitivity), renal health, and inflammation biomarkers with traditional mobility studies. The BNET and MoTrPAC consortium work demonstrates expansion into neural and molecular transducers of physical activity. Grants & Leadership Co-Investigator, NIH-funded MoTrPAC Coordinating Center (1U24AR07113-01, 2016-2022) Co-Investigator, Wake Forest Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (P30 AG021332, 2018-2023) Principal investigator roles in LIFE Study ancillary projects examining bone health, kidney function, and mobility metrics Dr. Marsh directs research in university laboratories and community settings, focusing on translational applications for disability prevention. His team develops digital assessment tools like the virtual Short Physical Performance Battery while maintaining traditional biomechanical testing for muscle contractility and gait analysis.