Joseph W Hogan is the Carole and Lawrence Sirovich Professor of Public Health and Professor of Biostatistics at Brown University, where he also chairs the Biostatistics Department. His research focuses on statistical methods for missing data, causal inference, and sensitivity analysis , with critical applications in HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa and global health challenges. He co-directs the Biostatistics Program for AMPATH and the Biostatistics Core for the Providence-Boston Center for AIDS Research, supported by NIH and NSF grants . His work integrates Development of statistical frameworks for observational studies Optimizing HIV treatment monitoring under resource constraints Modeling untestable assumptions in clinical trials and spans collaborations with institutions in the US, Canada, and Kenya. He teaches advanced biostatistics courses and supervises PhD/masters students, while leading international training programs in biostatistics at Moi University, Kenya. Recent publications highlight methodological innovations in viral sequence clustering , seroprevalence studies , and health equity , particularly in low-resource settings. His interdisciplinary grants address HIV-comorbidity care , cardiovascular risk , and alcohol-HIV interactions , emphasizing real-world data applications.
Sally Hopewell is Professor of Clinical Trials and Evidence Synthesis at the University of Oxford, where she serves as Theme Lead for Clinical Trials. With an impressive h-index of 74 and over 300 published research studies, she has established herself as a leading expert in clinical research methodology. Her primary research interests include the design, conduct, and transparent reporting of randomized trials and systematic reviews. She has been instrumental in developing key international reporting guidelines, most notably the CONSORT 2025 and SPIRIT 2025 Statements, which have significantly influenced how clinical trials are reported globally. Dr. Hopewell's recent publications demonstrate her continued leadership in clinical trial methodology, with numerous high-impact papers in journals like The Lancet, JAMA, BMJ, and Nature Medicine. Her work spans both the development of reporting guidelines and applied clinical trials in areas such as rehabilitation, musculoskeletal sciences, and pediatric orthopedics. Member of the advisory board for Current Controlled Trials Member of the NIHR Open Research Advisory Board Member of the NIHR Health Technology Assessment Clinical Evaluation and Trials Board (2018-2023) She regularly conducts peer review for high-impact medical journals and various funding bodies including the NIHR and Medical Research Council. Her collaborative work extends internationally, particularly with the Centre d'Epidemiologie Clinique at University Paris Descartes, where she has maintained a productive partnership since 2012.
Salmaan A. Keshavjee, MD, PhD, ScM, serves as Professor of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for Global Health Delivery. He concurrently holds appointments as Associate Professor of Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Faculty Dean of Adams House at Harvard University. His leadership targets critical global health delivery challenges in regions including the Middle East, North Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa through research, training, and policy engagement. Dr. Keshavjee's interdisciplinary foundation combines medical (MD), anthropological (PhD), and public health (ScM) training. This unique background informs his approach to health systems analysis and policy implementation across diverse cultural contexts. As a leading expert in drug-resistant tuberculosis treatment and the anthropology of health policy, his research examines the intersection of infectious disease control, social determinants of health, and structural barriers to care. Additional interests include mental health integration in TB programs, health economics, and digital health applications for disease screening. His fieldwork spans 16 years in Russia, Lesotho, and Pakistan, with extensive collaboration through Partners In Health. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on tuberculosis prevention and treatment optimization, with growing attention to mental health comorbidities and artificial intelligence applications. His work addresses diverse populations including prisoners and household contacts across multiple continents, emphasizing regimen feasibility, health system barriers, and economic consequences of inadequate TB control. Key initiatives include the Zero TB Cities project aiming for tuberculosis elimination. Dr. Keshavjee has held influential policy roles including chair of the WHO/Stop TB Partnership’s Green Light Committee for MDR-TB Treatment (2007-2010) and co-authorship of U.S. Institute of Medicine policy papers, though no formal scientific awards are specified in source materials. Through the Center for Global Health Delivery, he mentors fellows in programs such as the Paul Farmer Global Surgery Research Fellowship and Global Mental Health Delivery Fellowship. These initiatives support implementation research in resource-limited settings through structured training and field placements. The Center operates six core programs—Infectious Disease, Mental Health, Noncommunicable Disease, Primary Care, Public Policy, and Surgery—developing evidence-based interventions through partnerships with institutions worldwide. Current priorities include scaling depression screening in TB care, optimizing preventive therapy regimens, and strengthening health systems in the Middle East and North Africa.
Stephen Humphry is a Senior Honorary Research Fellow at the Graduate School of Education, The University of Western Australia. He joined UWA in 2006 and has maintained continuous research funding through Australian Research Council Linkage grants since 2008. His work focuses on educational assessment, measurement, and evaluation, with significant contributions to large-scale testing programs including NAPLAN and WALNA. Humphry holds a Bachelor of Psychology from Western Australia and a PhD from Murdoch University. His expertise spans psychometrics, Rasch measurement, and quantitative methods in educational assessment. Dr. Humphry's research has increasingly focused on developing novel approaches that enable classroom teachers to reliably assess students in areas not amenable to large-scale testing. His work on pairwise comparison methods, Rasch analysis, and construct validity has advanced the field of educational measurement. He has published extensively on topics including narrative assessment, writing rubrics, and scale development. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward innovative assessment methodologies, particularly in narrative writing and developmental attributes. These works emphasize practical applications for classroom teachers while maintaining rigorous psychometric standards. The research shows increasing sophistication in handling complex assessment challenges through pairwise comparison techniques and ordered exemplars. Dr. Humphry has supervised 7 research projects and has been awarded 25 research grants, including the current "International collaboration in teaching and learning of Einsteinian physics" project funded by the Australian Research Council until 2025. He has also led multiple NAPLAN-related research projects for the Australian Curriculum Assessment & Reporting Authority. His industry experience includes leading the Central Analysis of Data project for NAPLAN (2011-2013) and serving as Psychometrician for the Western Australian Department of Education's large-scale assessment program prior to joining UWA. His research has led to commercial applications including Brightpath Assessments, used by several hundred schools across Australia.
Sarah B. Hunter is a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy, Director of the RAND Center on Housing and Homelessness, and a Senior Behavioral and Social Scientist at the RAND Corporation. Her work focuses on vulnerable populations, implementation science, and evidence-based program delivery. She holds a PhD and MA from UC Santa Barbara and a BA from NYU. Education: PhD and MA in Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara BA in Psychology, New York University Research Interests: Sarah’s research addresses homelessness, substance use disorders, mental health, and healthcare integration. She emphasizes continuous quality improvement (CQI) and policy evaluation, particularly in community settings. Her work often intersects with federal initiatives, such as improving veteran homelessness programs and scaling evidence-based practices. Recent Articles: Her 2025 studies include analyses of Los Angeles’ unsheltered populations, opioid treatment implementation in mental health centers, and federal funding strategies for scaling health interventions. Earlier work includes evaluations of housing programs and substance use treatment sustainment. Awards & Service: Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science (APS) Editorial Board Member, Journal of Substance Use and Addiction Treatment Member of the Veteran and Community Oversight and Engagement Board (VA campus development) Core Faculty, Implementation Research Institute (Washington University) Grants & Labs: Sarah collaborates with NIH grant panels and has advised projects such as the Housing for Health program. Her work is supported by federal and state grants focused on healthcare and social service system improvements.
Michael J. Jacobson Jr. is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary. He also serves as Deputy Director of ISPIA and Director of the Information Security Program. His research focuses on computational number theory and its applications to public-key cryptography, including the development of efficient algorithms for arithmetic in class groups of number fields and algebraic curves. His work aims to enhance cryptographic protocol efficiency while improving security through algorithmic advancements and benchmarking. His research interests span cryptographic protocol design, discrete logarithm problem analysis, and the interplay between number theory and cryptography. Notable contributions include studies on divisor arithmetic on hyperelliptic curves, class group computations in quadratic fields, and the security implications of cryptographic systems. Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary work in both cryptography and medical informatics, including studies on clinical trial methodologies for dermatological conditions. He has also contributed to foundational research in computational algebraic geometry and algorithm optimization for cryptographic applications. Michael has received no publicly listed scientific awards in the provided texts. His advising and grants include collaborations on topics ranging from cryptographic infrastructure to clinical trial design. He leads the Information Security Program at the University of Calgary, fostering interdisciplinary research in cybersecurity and algorithmic security.
Donald H. Taylor is a Professor at Duke University with dual appointments in the Sanford School of Public Policy and the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health. He serves as the Director of the Social Science Research Institute and is an Executive Core Faculty Member at the Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy. Additionally, he holds affiliations as an Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society and an Affiliate of the Duke Global Health Institute. Dr. Taylor's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Public Health, Health Policy and Management from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (1995) M.P.P. from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (1992) B.S. from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (1990) As a leading health policy scholar, Dr. Taylor's research has evolved through several key phases. Initially focusing on rural health and identification of underserved areas, his work expanded to examine the economics of smoking and cessation. For the past two decades, his primary focus has been on elderly care systems and their impacts on individuals, families, public programs, and inter-generational wealth. More recently, he has delved into archival research methods to illuminate the role of race in American history, and is exploring how visual art and fiction might effectively challenge cultural acceptance of various forms of inequality. His extensive publication record shows consistent focus on Medicare, Medicaid, palliative care, and end-of-life care. A significant portion of his recent work examines racial disparities in healthcare, the economics of nursing and palliative care, and the impact of policy changes on vulnerable populations including the elderly and homeless. His research often employs sophisticated economic analyses to evaluate healthcare interventions and policy changes, with particular attention to how policies affect different demographic groups. Dr. Taylor has held significant leadership roles including serving as Chair of the Academic Council (2017-2019) and Director of the Social Science Research Institute since 2019. His grant portfolio demonstrates sustained funding for projects examining palliative care, Medicare/Medicaid policy, and health disparities, with current projects spanning from 2018 to 2025. His ongoing research initiatives focus on community-based palliative care models, racial inequality in healthcare, and innovative approaches to making health policy more effective and equitable. Through his work with the Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy, he continues to influence health policy at both state and national levels, particularly regarding Medicare reform, Medicaid expansion in North Carolina, and addressing systemic racial disparities in healthcare delivery.
J. Stuart Ablon is a renowned clinical psychologist and researcher affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School . He serves as the Founder and Director of Think:Kids , a program dedicated to addressing challenging behaviors in youth through the Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) approach. Dr. Ablon holds the Thomas G. Stemberg Endowed Chair in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, where he works part-time as an Associate Professor of Psychology. Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley (2006) Dr. Ablon’s research focuses on disruptive behavior disorders in children and adolescents, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) , and intermittent explosive disorder (IED) . His work emphasizes collaborative problem solving as a non-punitive, non-adversarial strategy for managing challenging behaviors. Key areas of interest include behavior therapy , cognitive therapy , parenting interventions , and implementing evidence-based practices across educational and clinical systems. Recent publications highlight trends in Collaborative Problem Solving , including its application in outpatient settings , parent training programs , and implementation fidelity across schools and clinical agencies. His research explores mechanisms of change, cost-saving outcomes, and the relationship between executive functions and behavioral difficulties. Dr. Ablon’s lab, the MGH Laboratory for Youth Behavior , collaborates globally with organizations implementing CPS. Core team members include Drs. Alisha Pollastri , Lu Wang , and Grace Albright , while affiliated alumni like Sammy Stoll contribute to ongoing projects.
Natalia Imad Khalaf, MD, MPH, FACP is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine with dual appointments as Clinical Investigator in the Clinical Effectiveness and Population Health Program and Core Faculty in the Health Policy, Quality & Informatics Program at the Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt) at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. Her academic trajectory spans clinical gastroenterology, epidemiology, and health services research with focus on cancer outcomes. Her educational foundation includes: BA in Biological Sciences from Rice University (2007) MD from Baylor College of Medicine (2011) Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Medical Residency at Baylor College of Medicine (2014-2015) Gastroenterology & Hepatology Fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital (2018) MPH in Epidemiology from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2018) Dr. Khalaf's research program centers on pancreatic cancer epidemiology, with emphasis on early detection biomarkers (particularly new-onset diabetes), metabolic risk factors, and healthcare system interventions. Her work integrates clinical gastroenterology with population health methodologies to address diagnostic delays, racial disparities in treatment, and implementation of evidence-based guidelines in gastrointestinal cancers. She actively develops risk prediction tools using health informatics and deep learning approaches. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a concentrated focus on pancreatic cancer pathophysiology and outcomes, with significant contributions to understanding pre-diagnostic metabolic changes, emergency presentation consequences, and diabetes-cancer linkages. Her colorectal cancer work examines screening adherence barriers and medication risk associations, while quality improvement research targets guideline implementation for gastric intestinal metaplasia. Her scientific recognition includes: AGA Academy of Educators Elected Member (2018) Bob Parsons Inaugural Fellow in Pancreatic Cancer Research (2017-2018) American Gastroenterological Association Early Career Investigator Recognition (2017) Soma Weiss Award for Clinical Teaching Excellence (2017) Dean of Medical Education Outstanding Resident Teacher Award (2013) Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society (2007) Dr. Khalaf directs multiple federally funded research initiatives including: VA Career Development Award: Health Informatics Approaches to Improve Early Diagnosis of Pancreatic Cancer ($1.09M, 2022-2026) National Academy of Sciences: Clinical Quality Measures for Gastrointestinal Cancers (2022-2027) Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation: Implementing Digital Quality Measures (2024-2025) American Pancreatic Association Young Investigator Grant (2019-2021) She operates within the IQuESt research ecosystem at the Michael E. DeBakey VA, leveraging the Clinical Effectiveness and Population Health Program infrastructure for her work on cancer diagnostic excellence, veteran health outcomes, and implementation science projects targeting gastrointestinal cancer care pathways.
Prof. Dr. Nadine Scholten is a faculty member at the University Hospital Bonn , leading the Health Communication and Health Services Research (CHSR) center since 2024. She works within the Clinic for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy under Prof. Geiser, affiliated with the Medical Faculty of the University of Cologne , where she earned her doctorate and habilitation and leads the LiVe working group . Research focus: Organizational health services research in hospital settings, implementation of therapies/innovations, secondary data analysis, patient/provider perspectives, cross-sectoral healthcare coordination, and regional health services. Current projects include Neo-Milk (donor milk banks in NICUs), Neo-CamCare (webcam use in NICUs), CoRe-Net (regional health development), and studies on outpatient antimicrobial therapy and pandemic impacts on healthcare. Teaching: Leads health communication skills training in medicine. Memberships: DNVF e.V., DGMS, AGENS (secondary data working group). Recent article trends: Focus on data linkage, patient experience, pandemic-era care adaptations, and cross-sectoral healthcare integration, with methodologies spanning qualitative/quantitative analysis of routine data (statutory insurance, DRG statistics).
Dr. Jonathan Hill is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Sociology and Social Work at Calvin University. He holds a BA from Grove City College, an MA and PhD from the University of Notre Dame. His research focuses on religion's role in higher education, quantitative methods, and emerging adulthood. Key themes include faith transitions among college students, the interplay between science and religion, and the impact of educational settings on spiritual development. His work combines sociological theory with empirical analysis, leveraging surveys and qualitative methods to explore contemporary religious and moral issues. Research interests prominently feature topics like student conceptions of purpose, the influence of campus environments on religious identity, and digital culture's impact on spiritual practices. His recent studies have examined how social media shapes religious engagement and how universities address existential questions about meaning and purpose. Teaching responsibilities include core courses in sociology theory, religion's sociological implications, and statistical methods. Publications span peer-reviewed articles in sociology and religion journals, book chapters, and reviews. Notable works include analyses of young Catholic adults' faith journeys and the evolving relationship between science education and religious belief systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges sociology, education studies, and religious studies to address 21st-century societal challenges. Contact: 616-526-7259 | Office: 443 Hiemenga Hall | Email: jonathan.hill@calvin.edu
Markus Jäntti serves as Professor at Stockholm University's Institute for Social Research (SOFI), where his research centers on income and wealth distribution, poverty dynamics, and socio-economic mobility through comparative international lenses. He specializes in quantifying family background's influence on economic outcomes and leads pivotal projects including MapIneq (life-course inequality trends), PrecaNord (Nordic precarious work analysis), and TITA (austerity-era inequality assessment). His research portfolio spans income distribution , wealth inequality , intergenerational mobility , and comparative social policy , employing advanced econometric techniques and cross-national datasets like the Luxembourg Income Study. Work within SOFI's Labor Market Economics (AME) group extends to education, health, taxation, and gender equality, reflecting labor economics' interdisciplinary nature. Analysis of his 2020-2025 publications reveals dual emphases: methodological innovation (e.g., grouped-data inequality measurement) and empirical exploration of family-background effects, labor policies, and social transfers. His influential 2020 framework synthesizing four mobility approaches underscores conceptual rigor, while recent Nordic-focused studies address contemporary challenges like migrant labor exploitation. Scientific awards: No awards were documented in source materials. Major grant-funded projects include: MapIneq : Tracking intergenerational, educational, labor market, and health inequality drivers across lifespans PrecaNord : Multi-level analysis of precarious/informal work in Finland, Norway, and Sweden TITA : Consortium study of austerity's impacts on financial, health, and opportunity inequalities As core faculty in SOFI's AME group, he contributes to research spanning labor market outcomes (wages, employment), social transfers, crime, and political economy—operating within Stockholm University's broader social policy ecosystem while maintaining independent research leadership.
Caterina Pesce is Associate Professor focusing on the interrelationships between physical activity, cognitive function, and motor development across the lifespan. Her research examines how movement practices influence cognitive and creative capacities. Core research areas include: Developmental exercise-cognition relationships in children Multicomponent training interventions for older adults Quality physical education pedagogies Holistic movement approaches integrating physical-cognitive domains Publications demonstrate innovative approaches to integrating cognitive challenges into physical activities to simultaneously enhance motor competence and executive functions. Recent work emphasizes life-course perspectives on motor competence and its health implications. Teaches graduate courses in movement therapy for elderly populations and healthy lifestyle behavior change. Leads international collaborations on active learning interventions in educational settings.
David Hedgecoth is a Professor of Music Education and Associate Director/Chair of Undergraduate Studies at The Ohio State University's School of Music. He holds a PhD from OSU and teaches courses in brass pedagogy, instrumental methods, and qualitative research. His administrative roles include curriculum committee work and advising for Phi Mu Alpha and Collegiate NAfME. He directs the Brazilian Experience education abroad program and mentors in the Sophomore Transformational Experience Program (STEP). Education: BME and MA from Florida State University (Tallahassee), PhD in Music Education from The Ohio State University. Research focuses on charter school music programs, educational policy, teacher education, and international music education. Key interests include curriculum design in alternative schools, social impact of music education, and LGBT inclusivity. Over 20 peer-reviewed and editor-reviewed publications address topics like self-guided rehearsals, post-recession curriculum recovery, and advocacy in music education journals. Awards include National Board Certification, Fulbright Scholarship, and Teacher of the Year. Serves on boards for Chamber Music Columbus, ProMusica Chamber Orchestra, and OSU's Center for Latin American Studies advisory board. Coordinates the IMMERSE sensory concert series with WOSU Public Radio. Advising includes directing education abroad programs and mentoring graduate students. Grants and partnerships involve collaborative projects with schools, orchestras, and international institutions. Maintains active roles in both classroom innovation and large-scale educational policy analysis. Labs/Teams: Brazilian Experience Abroad Program leadership, IMMERSE sensory concert coordination, and collaborative work with WOSU Public Radio.
Kevin G. Welner is a Professor and Director of the National Education Policy Center (NEPC) at the University of Colorado Boulder's School of Education. His work focuses on educational policy and law, with particular emphasis on how research is used (and misused) in policymaking processes and the intersection between education rights litigation and educational opportunity scholarship. Dr. Welner holds a PhD in Educational Policy from UCLA (1997), a JD from UCLA (1988), and a BA in Biological Sciences from UC Santa Barbara (1985). His interdisciplinary background bridges legal and educational domains, providing a unique perspective on education rights and policy. His research examines tracking and detracking policies, tuition tax credit voucher systems, small-school reform, and the use of research evidence in policy making. Welner's work consistently emphasizes equity-minded reform efforts designed to benefit those with less power in school and community settings. His teaching philosophy focuses on developing students' appreciation for complexity while valuing evidence-based reasoning, with courses including School and Society, Social Foundations of Education, and Education Policy and the Law. Over the past decade, Welner's publications have critically examined charter schools, school choice mechanisms, and the political dynamics shaping education policy, with particular attention to how research evidence is utilized in policy debates and the equity implications of market-based education reforms. Dr. Welner's significant contributions to education research have been recognized with: Early Career Award from the American Educational Research Association (AERA) (2006) Palmer O. Johnson Award for best article from AERA (2004) Fellow of AERA Rockefeller Foundation's Bellagio Residency Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the National Academy of Education and Spencer Foundation As Director of the National Education Policy Center, Welner oversees an editorial board, serves as editor of the policy brief series, and directs the Think Tank Review Project. He has mentored numerous graduate students, though as of 2024 he is not accepting new advisees. His work has been supported by various research grants focused on education policy analysis and school reform evaluation, with the NEPC serving as a critical resource for evidence-based perspectives on contemporary education challenges. Dr. Welner directs the National Education Policy Center, which serves as a hub for rigorous policy analysis, bringing together researchers to examine critical issues in education policy with an emphasis on equity and evidence-based approaches. The center produces policy briefs, conducts think tank reviews, and provides research-based analysis to inform education policy debates.
