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Michael HimleView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioral therapy
• Obsessive compulsive-spectrum disorders
• Tourette & tic disorders
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Michael Himle is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah's College of Social and Behavioral Science. His research focuses on behavioral conceptualization and treatment of obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders with emphasis on Tourette and tic disorders, examining the utility of OC-spectrum classifications, and disseminating empirically supported interventions through technology. Education includes: Ph.D. from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2007) Predoctoral internship at Brown University M.S. from North Dakota State University (2003) B.S. from University of North Dakota (2000) Research interests center on behavioral therapies for tic disorders, telehealth delivery methods, and improving treatment accessibility. Recent work explores technological adaptations for intervention delivery and mechanisms of tic exacerbation in pediatric populations. Current graduate advisees include Laura Graham Holmes, Loran Hayes, and Priya Ramanujam. The lab maintains active research on dissemination of evidence-based practices and technology-assisted interventions.

• Cultural-Clinical Psychology
• Acculturation
• Anxiety
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Andrew G. Ryder is a Professor in Psychology at Concordia University and a Core Member of the Centre for Clinical Research in Health (CCRH). A dual-trained clinical psychologist and cultural psychologist, he specializes in cross-cultural mental health research spanning East Asia (China, Korea, Japan) and Canada. His work examines the cultural shaping of emotional disorders, acculturation processes in Montreal migrants, and transcultural intervention practices. PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of British Columbia (2005) BSc in Psychology, University of Toronto (1997) Ryder's research focuses on somatic vs. psychological symptom presentations across cultures, depression in China, social anxiety in Japan/Canada, cultural values in mental health, and acculturation toolkits for clinical assessment. He develops evidence-based practices for culturally diverse therapeutic contexts. His publication record reveals expertise in cross-cultural psychopathology, somatization, alexithymia, and transcultural psychiatry. Key journals include Psychological Review , Journal of Abnormal Psychology , and Transcultural Psychiatry . Themes span cultural scripts, diagnostic category instability, and acculturation dynamics. Ryder supervises graduate students in Psychology and Individualized Programs at Concordia. He teaches courses on Cultural Psychology (PSYC 424), Cultural-Clinical Psychology (PSYC 428/721), and Group Interventions (PSYC 704). His lab investigates cultural influences on mental health through empirical and conceptual frameworks.

Hanneke van HeijsterView profile

Researcher

• Workplace Health Promotion
• Social Security Policy
• Strategic Human Resource Management
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Dr. Hanneke van Heijster is a Researcher at Tilburg University's Department of Human Resource Studies within the Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Her work focuses on inclusive labor markets, workplace health promotion, and innovative healthcare access solutions. She has contributed to projects addressing social security policy integration, employee well-being in sheltered workplaces, and the design of AI-based tools for vulnerable populations. Her research interests include strategic HRM, care ethics in workplace interventions, and participatory methodologies for health promotion. She collaborates with citizen scientists to ensure inclusive design in technology solutions, such as virtual assistants for accessible care. Key projects include evaluating workplace health programs, designing responsive evaluation frameworks, and developing sensitive AI tools for vulnerable groups. Her work emphasizes equitable access to care and sustainable employment opportunities.

Sara BufferdView profile

Associate Professor

• Child Psychopathology
• Developmental Psychology
• Anxiety Disorders
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Sara Bufferd, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Training/Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Louisville. She previously served as an Associate Professor of Psychology at California State University San Marcos. Her research focuses on assessing and predicting early-emerging psychopathology in children, particularly examining the spectrum of normative to pathological emotional development related to anxiety and mood dysregulation. She employs methodologies such as daily diaries, diagnostic interviews, laboratory observations, and psychophysiological assessments. Bufferd holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Stony Brook University (2012) and a B.S. in Human Development from Cornell University (2003). Her work emphasizes understanding how temperament, parenting behaviors, and environmental stressors influence children’s emotional and behavioral outcomes. Current projects include investigations into sleep actigraphy and the role of cortisol reactivity in child psychopathology. Her lab, the UofL Child Affective and Mood (CAM) Lab, explores these themes comprehensively. Her research highlights continuity and predictors of psychiatric disorders from early childhood through adolescence, including studies on irritability, anxiety, and depressive behaviors. Key findings include associations between preschool psychopathology and later social functioning, as well as the interplay between parental psychopathology and child sleep difficulties. Bufferd’s contributions bridge developmental psychology and clinical practice, aiming to improve early identification and intervention strategies for at-risk children.

Kelly CoburnView profile

Assistant Professor

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication
• Narrative Discourse
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Kelly Coburn is an Assistant Professor specializing in speech-language pathology at Towson University. They hold a Ph.D. from Penn State University with expertise in autism, AAC, and developmental disorders. Their research examines narrative discourse patterns across neurodiverse populations, focusing on underrepresented genders in autism research. Coburn investigates deception detection, reading intervention neurobiology, and family-centered AAC frameworks. Current projects explore the relationship between filled pauses and camouflaging autistic traits, and experiences of autistic participants in language research. Coburn serves on editorial boards for multiple journals including the American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology.

Krishna RamamoorthyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Wireless Communication and Networking
• Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA)
• Machine Learning for Network Optimization
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Dr. Krishna Ramamoorthy is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU), serving since Fall 2024. He directs the Wireless Intelligent Networks (WIN) Lab, focusing on next-generation wireless systems, including NOMA, 6G, and QoE-driven network optimization. He holds a Ph.D. in Computational Science from UC Irvine (2023), with prior degrees from California State University, Northridge and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India. His research emphasizes network economics, machine learning for wireless protocols, and user-centric communication. He teaches courses in programming, data structures, and computer networks. Recent grants include the 2FURS Grant (2024) for undergrad research at WIN Lab, and he actively serves on TPCs for IEEE ICC, WCNC, and Globecom. Professional service includes reviewing for IEEE Communications Magazine and mentoring students in senior design projects and directed research. Beyond academia, he enjoys aquascaping, fostering kittens, and board games like Catan.

Kristen Bottema-BeutelView profile

Professor

• Autistic Social Interaction Dynamics
• Educational Strategies for Autistic Youth
• Research Ethics in Autism Studies
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Kristen Bottema-Beutel is a Professor at Boston College's Carolyn A. and Peter S. Lynch School of Education and Human Development, specializing in the Teaching, Curriculum, and Society department. Her work focuses on autistic communication, social development, and inclusive educational strategies. She directs the autism certificate program and the Curriculum & Instruction Ph.D. program. Affiliations: Deputy Editor of Autism in Adulthood , Associate Editor of Autism . Education: Ph.D. (UC Berkeley), M.A. (San Francisco State), B.S. (University of Michigan). Research Interests: Autistic social interaction dynamics, peer inclusion strategies, research ethics, and ableism critiques in autism studies. She emphasizes qualitative and quantitative methods to improve support systems for autistic individuals. Grants: NIH-funded projects, including the Sensory Project in Infant/Toddler Siblings of Children with Autism (2022–2027) and developmental joint engagement studies (2018–2020). Awards: Multiple fellowships from UC Berkeley, SFSU, and NIH. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, including influential works on autism intervention meta-analyses and anti-ableist research practices.

Brian BoydView profile

Professor

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Community-Partnered Research
• Healthcare Equity
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Brian Boyd is the William C. Friday Distinguished Professor at the UNC School of Education and interim director of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Previously, he directed the Juniper Gardens Children’s Project at the University of Kansas. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (2005), M.Ed. from the University of Virginia (2002), and B.S. from the College of William and Mary (1997). His research focuses on autism spectrum conditions, with an emphasis on vulnerable populations, implicit bias, and racial disparities. Key areas include evidence-based interventions in school/home contexts, outcome measurement, and healthcare equity. His work has been continuously funded by the NIH and Institute of Education Sciences. Boyd serves on national boards advocating for autistic individuals and underserved communities. Recent research highlights include studies on healthcare equity for autistic LGBTQ+ individuals, cultural responsiveness in early intervention programs, and disparities in autism diagnosis. Articles emphasize behavioral inflexibility, sensory processing challenges, and policy-driven implementation science to bridge research-practice gaps. Boyd’s leadership roles include past vice presidency of the International Society for Autism Research and active participation in multidisciplinary initiatives. His work prioritizes marginalized families and systemic barriers, with publications addressing topics like emergency department visits for children with autism and rural-urban healthcare disparities.

Kristen PickettView profile

Associate Professor

• Occupational Therapy
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Parkinson's Disease
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Kristen Pickett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Wisconsin – Madison School of Education. Her work focuses on neurological rehabilitation, gait analysis, and telehealth interventions for aging populations and individuals with Parkinson’s disease. She holds a PhD in Kinesiology from the University of Minnesota (2010) and a BS in Biology from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville (2002). Education: PhD Kinesiology (University of Minnesota, 2010) MA Kinesiology (University of Minnesota, 2007) BS Biology (University of Wisconsin – Platteville, 2002) Her research investigates movement disorders, sensory deficits in Parkinson’s disease, and accessibility of physical activity programs for rural and marginalized communities. Notable projects include telehealth yoga interventions for rural seniors and wearable gait monitoring systems using computer vision. Dr. Pickett collaborates with neurology, engineering, and public health teams to advance occupational therapy practices. Recent work explores caregiver-patient dyads in exercise programs, autism-related motor challenges, and environmental adaptations for gait rehabilitation. Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to address mobility and participation barriers in clinical and community settings.

Wendy QuachView profile

Associate Professor

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Motor Speech Disorders
• Cultural Competency in Speech-Language Pathology
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Dr. Wendy Quach is an Associate Professor in the Communicative Disorders & Sciences Department at San José State University (SJSU), where she directs three federally funded personnel preparation programs: Project AACES, Tapestry, and EPICS. She also oversees the AAC Clinical Assessment Project. Her research focuses on culturally responsive AAC assessment for diverse populations, including individuals with autism, ALS, and motor speech disorders. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and maintains clinical certifications as a CCC-SLP (Certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association). Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Master of Speech-Language Pathology, University of Alberta Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, University of Alberta Research Focus: Dr. Quach leads projects addressing AAC implementation in underrepresented communities, interprofessional collaboration, and emergency preparedness for AAC users. Her work emphasizes practical clinical guidelines informed by rigorous systematic reviews and stakeholder input. Grants & Awards: Over $4.5M in federal grants secured, including major projects from the U.S. Department of Education (Project INCLUDE, Tapestry, EPICS, AACES) and NIH. Recognitions include the 2014 California Speech-Language-Hearing Association Outstanding Achievement Award and multiple student research accolades. Professional Leadership: Served as USSAAC President (2016–2019), conference organizer for ISAAC 2024, and peer reviewer for multiple journals. Active in national/international advocacy for AAC users' rights and clinician training in cultural humility.

Mostafizur RahmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Networking
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Mostafizur Rahman is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of West Georgia, affiliated with the School of Computing, Analytics, and Modeling within the Dr. Perry College of Mathematics, Computing, and Sciences. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science & Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (2012), and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Central Florida (2018 and 2020, respectively). His research focuses on cybersecurity, telecommunications, and networking, with particular emphasis on spectrum management, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, and collaborative network architectures. Recent work includes studies on spectrum-sharing markets, UAV delivery networks, and decentralized decision-making frameworks. Rahman teaches courses such as Cybersecurity, Computer Forensics, Systems Programming, and Generative AI Networks & Security. He has consistently taught courses in computer security, networking, and internship programs since 2021, reflecting his expertise in both theoretical and applied computing domains. His publications span topics like settlement-free cellular peering, UAV network optimization, and game-theoretic approaches to spectrum sharing, showcasing contributions to both academic and industry-relevant challenges in telecommunications.

Jennifer KhouryView profile

Assistant Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Child Development
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Dr. Jennifer E. Khoury is an Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience (Tier II) at Mount Saint Vincent University. She holds adjunct appointments at Dalhousie University's Psychology and Psychiatry departments. Her work focuses on early life stress impacts on parent-child dynamics using neurobiological and behavioral methods. She leads the Developmental Psychopathology and Resilience (DPR) Research Centre. Dr. Khoury's education includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (Ryerson University, 2017), postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School (2019) and McMaster University (2020). Her research examines how adversity like childhood maltreatment affects brain development and stress regulation across generations. Major studies include longitudinal analyses of pandemic-related mental health, cortisol biomarkers, and intervention efficacy. Her work is funded by SSHRC, CIHR, and the Canada Research Chairs Program. Key contributions include meta-analyses on hair cortisol and maltreatment, neuroimaging studies of infant brain structure, and pandemic mental health tracking. She collaborates with Dalhousie on clinical neuroscience projects and mentors graduate students through co-supervision arrangements. Awards include the prestigious Canada Research Chair designation. Her lab emphasizes translational research linking biological stress responses to developmental outcomes, with applied focus on clinical interventions to mitigate adverse effects of early adversity. Current projects investigate intergenerational trauma mechanisms and pandemic impacts on perinatal health.

Kathy GeorgiadesView profile

Professor

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Immigration and Mental Health
• Cyberbullying and Psychological Outcomes
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Dr. Kathy Georgiades is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University , with a focus on child and adolescent mental health. Her work addresses social determinants of mental health , immigrant/refugee youth disparities , and school-based mental health interventions . As a lead researcher at the Offord Centre , she investigates pandemic impacts on youth mental health and cross-cultural mental health trends . Research Interests : Mental health disparities, cyberbullying, substance use, social support, and implementation science in school settings Recent Work : 2025 studies on self-injury correlates, parental employment effects, and pandemic stress interactions Awards : CIHR-funded pandemic study (2025), Ontario provincial research grant (2025) Public Health Focus : Service use disparities, community mental health, and psychosocial interventions

Ellen Louise LipmanView profile

Professor

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
• Mental Health in Single-Parent Families
• Teen Mothers' Mental Health
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Dr. Ellen Louise Lipman is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University and currently serves as Chief of the Department of Child Psychiatry at McMaster Children’s Hospital. Her clinical work focuses on consultation to outpatient services within the Child and Youth Mental Health Program. Her research interests include single-parent families, teen mothers, disadvantaged children, group therapies, and epidemiological studies in child and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Lipman has been actively publishing since 1982, with over 66 publications across disciplines such as child psychiatry, epidemiology, and family therapy. Research Interests: Single-parent families and their psychosocial dynamics Mental health interventions for teen mothers and disadvantaged youth Evaluation of group therapy effectiveness and mentorship programs Epidemiology of mental disorders in pediatric populations Recent Research Trends: Recent articles emphasize longitudinal studies on mental-physical multimorbidity, protocol development for family-centered interventions, and the impact of mentoring programs on youth well-being. Her work often intersects with policy implications, particularly in addressing healthcare equity and service delivery models. Grants & Collaborations: Dr. Lipman’s research frequently involves collaborative studies with institutions like Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and the Ontario Child Health Study, focusing on evidence-based interventions and mental health service optimization. Labs/Teams: She leads initiatives at McMaster Children’s Hospital, integrating clinical practice with community-based mental health programs, such as the Family-Check-Up® Autism Implementation Research (FAIR) Study and the LIVES psychological first aid training program.

Ayesha SiddiquaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Child Development
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Ayesha Siddiqua is a Part-Time Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact at McMaster University. Her work bridges public health, child development, and social determinants of health, with a focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and health equity. Research Interests: She investigates how socioeconomic environments influence developmental vulnerabilities in children with ASD, explores healthcare accessibility for adolescents in diverse contexts (e.g., UAE), and analyzes disease surveillance systems globally. Her research often employs population-based studies and mixed-methods approaches. Publications: Recent work includes studies on ingroup/outgroup dynamics in conflict-affected regions (2023), ASD diagnosis disparities (2023), FASD prevalence in Canada (2022), and tobacco use patterns in UAE adolescents (2018). Her articles span journals like SSM - Population Health , Autism Research , and Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal . Collaborations: Siddiqua contributes to interdisciplinary projects linking medical sciences with early childhood education and policy development, as seen in her 2020 chapter on medical influences in education.