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Alan M DelamaterView profile

Professor

• Pediatric Psychology
• Child and Adolescent Behavioral Disorders
• Diabetes Management
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Alan M Delamater is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Miami. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Georgia (1981) and completed a clinical psychology internship at a VA Medical Center (1980). His research focuses on behavioral and emotional disorders in children and adolescents, with a strong emphasis on chronic illness adaptation (e.g., diabetes and obesity), family dynamics, and public health interventions. Key contributions include the Greenlight Plus obesity prevention trial, studies on pandemic-related caregiver stress, and investigations into structural violence and health disparities among Hispanic/Latino populations. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers across Pediatrics, Psychology, and Public Health journals. Education: University of Georgia (Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, 1981), VA Medical Center Internship (1980) Key Areas: Behavioral interventions for obesity/diabetes, family health dynamics, Latino health disparities, childhood injury prevention His work integrates clinical practice with population-level studies, emphasizing translational research to improve pediatric health outcomes. Current projects include longitudinal studies on cardiometabolic risk in Hispanic youth and digital health interventions for early childhood obesity prevention.

Joshua BlamireView profile

Research Fellow

• Human Geography
• Political Geography
• Place-Based Politics
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Dr Joshua Blamire is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Community Research & Development (ICRD), University of Wolverhampton, where he has been based since November 2021. He previously held positions as a Research Fellow at the University of Exeter and a Lecturer at Liverpool Hope University. His work is rooted in Human Geography, focusing on how communities respond to political and social change. Education: PhD in Human Geography, University of Liverpool MA in Geographies of Globalisation & Development, University of Liverpool BA (Hons) in Geography, University of Liverpool His research examines austerity, Brexit, migration, identity, heritage, and inequality, with a methodological emphasis on participatory community research. He leads the ICRD theme Tackling Inequalities through Heritage and the Arts and collaborates with local councils, charities, and cultural organizations across the UK. His recent publications explore themes such as non-elite cosmopolitanism in Brexit-voting areas, trust in the BBC, pandemic governance, and youth engagement with heritage. The body of work reveals a consistent focus on social cohesion, community agency, and the lived experience of political transformation. Scientific Awards: No formal awards listed in the provided text. Dr Blamire has secured multiple research grants from ESRC, British Academy, UKRI, NIHR, and Arts Council England. He has supervised interns and contributed to policy development, though no formal PhD or Master’s advisees are listed. He has also contributed to public discourse through blogs, media interviews, and conference presentations. Laboratories and Research Teams: Member of the ICRD at the University of Wolverhampton. Collaborator on the Twice as Hard, Half as Good? project funded by the European Research Council. Lead researcher on the Cosmopolitan Boston and UKRI Community Knowledge Fund projects.

Lucine FrancisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health
• School Health
• Child and Youth Health Equity
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Dr. Lucine Francis serves as an Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing and holds core faculty positions with the Johns Hopkins Center for School Health, Center for Equity in Child and Youth Health and Wellbeing, and Center for Cardiovascular & Chronic Care. Her research pioneers health promotion and equity-focused innovations in child-serving organizations through policy, systems, and environmental change initiatives. Her academic credentials include: AB from Smith College BS from Johns Hopkins University PhD from Johns Hopkins University MPH in Food, Nutrition, and Health from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Dr. Francis's research centers on school health equity and child nutrition security , with emphasis on policy development , obesity prevention , and social determinants of health . She investigates how nursing-led interventions can transform educational settings into hubs for whole-child wellness, particularly through her SPiCE CoLab which strengthens nutrition policies in schools. Her work bridges community organizations, governmental agencies, and global partners to address health disparities. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on school-based food security interventions, digital health tools for early childhood, and cross-national policy comparisons. Over 60% of her recent work employs systematic review methodologies examining nurse-led programs, while Brazilian collaborations highlight her global health perspective. Nutrition-focused mobile applications and pandemic-adapted SNAP-Ed implementations represent emerging innovation threads. Her scientific recognition includes: 2025 Isabel Hampton Robb Faculty Fellowship Award 2024 Journal of School Nursing Scholarly Writing Award 2023 International Visiting Research Scholar (Brazil) 2023 Outstanding Faculty Research Paper Award 2022 Healthy Eating Research Early Stage Investigator invitation Multiple teaching/service fellowships from Johns Hopkins and national organizations As a Certified Nurse Educator, Dr. Francis mentors pre-licensure and graduate nursing students while securing major grants from NIH, CDC, and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Her SPiCE CoLab directs policy innovation for child health in educational settings, and she serves as Associate Editor for CDC's Preventing Chronic Disease . Community engagement includes co-leading Baltimore's Joshua Project ministry focused on youth wellness. Dr. Francis directs the SPiCE (Strengthening Policies for Child Health in Education Settings) CoLab, applying nursing expertise to transform school nutrition policies. Her work integrates with three Johns Hopkins centers focusing on cardiovascular care, child health equity, and school health systems to create cross-disciplinary impact on child wellbeing.

• Food Security
• Health Equity
• Social Justice
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Dr. Lesley A Frank holds a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Food, Health and Social Justice at Acadia University since 2020, focusing on addressing food insecurity among vulnerable families and children in Canada while advancing health equity through policy-oriented research. Her work examines the social determinants of hunger and its impacts on physical, mental, and social health across Canadian communities. Frank's research centers on food justice, health equity, and poverty alleviation, with particular emphasis on infant and child food security, breastfeeding challenges in food-insecure households, and the intersection of austerity policies with nutritional vulnerability. Her approach combines quantitative analysis of policy impacts with qualitative investigations into lived experiences of stigma and social exclusion among affected populations, especially women and rural communities. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent thematic focus on Nova Scotia's child poverty crisis, infant feeding systems, and pandemic-related food access disruptions. Her work demonstrates methodological diversity through report cards, systematic reviews, and mixed-methods studies, consistently highlighting how food insecurity undermines health outcomes and educational achievement while costing the healthcare system significantly. Scientific awards: Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Food, Health and Social Justice, 2020 Frank leads a research team that develops survey instruments and collaborates with community stakeholders to translate findings into actionable policy recommendations. Her work bridges academic research with community advocacy through annual poverty report cards and partnerships with food security organizations, aiming to strengthen social safety nets for vulnerable Canadian families.

Steven M. FinnView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Sustainability
• Global Food Waste
• Food Security
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Steven M. Finn is Affiliated Faculty in the Organizational Dynamics Programs at the University of Pennsylvania. He serves as Vice President of Sustainability and Public Affairs at Leanpath, a leader in food waste prevention technology. Education : BA in Economics, University of Delaware MBA in Finance, West Virginia University MSOD and MPHIL in Organizational Dynamics, University of Pennsylvania Research Focus : Global food waste systems Sustainable organizational practices Food security and redistribution Environmental impact analysis Professional Engagement : Advisory role for the SUNY Food Insecurity Task Force Member of National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center research team Director for three food sector non-profit organizations

• Dentistry
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
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Joana Cunha-Cruz is a Professor and Director in the Behavioral & Population Sciences department at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. She holds multiple concurrent appointments as a Senior Scientist across the UAB School of Medicine, College of Arts and Sciences, and School of Public Health. Her academic career spans dental public health, epidemiology, and population sciences with a focus on improving oral health outcomes through practice-based research and health services innovation. Education: Doctor of Public Health, Epidemiology, University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (2007) Doctor of Dental Science, Dentistry, University of Pernambuco (2006) Master of Public Health, Epidemiology, University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (2002) Dr. Cunha-Cruz's research focuses on dental practice-based research networks, oral health disparities, and innovative approaches to improve dental care delivery for underserved populations. Her work examines the intersection of social determinants of health, nutritional factors, and dental care access, with particular attention to Latinx communities, American Indian and Alaska Native populations, and children. She has developed and evaluated interventions targeting caries prevention, food insecurity screening in dental settings, and medical-dental integration. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on practice-based research methodology, implementation science, and health equity. Her work with the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network demonstrates expertise in large-scale clinical research infrastructure. She has published extensively on dental workforce diversity, teledentistry applications, and interventions to address oral health disparities through innovative delivery models. Research Grants: Seniors Oral Health in Southeast Alaska (NIDCR/NIH) Predoctoral Training in General, Pediatric, and Public Health Dentistry (HRSA) Dental Implant Registry of Treatment Outcomes (NIDCR/NIH) Dr. Cunha-Cruz actively mentors students and junior researchers through her predoctoral training grant and practice-based research network activities. Her scholarly work demonstrates significant contributions to dental public health research methodology and implementation of evidence-based practices in diverse clinical settings. She leads initiatives examining organizational readiness for change within dental care organizations, particularly in tribal health systems aiming to reduce health inequities for American Indian and Alaska Native children.

Olena OsypenkovaView profile

Researcher

• International Relations
• Russian Foreign Policy
• Middle East and North Africa Studies
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Olena Osypenkova is a Doctoral Researcher at the GIGA Institute for Middle East Studies (affiliated with the University of Hamburg) since October 2023, specializing in Russian foreign policy toward the MENA region. Her academic work bridges the German Institute for Global and Area Studies and the University of Hamburg's Peace and Security Studies program, with planned research at the University of Cambridge in 2025. Her research interests focus on Russia's strategic culture , great power competition in the Middle East , and security architecture reshaping . She examines how historical Soviet geopolitical competition influences contemporary Russian policy, particularly through the lens of the Russo-Iranian nexus and BRICS+ expansion. Her work consistently addresses the intersection of global power dynamics and regional security challenges. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward analyzing how Russia leverages strategic narratives and economic-military cooperation to project power in the MENA region. Her articles reveal growing emphasis on sanctions evasion mechanisms, alternative financial systems within BRICS+, and the weaponization of food insecurity as geopolitical tools. German Academic Exchange Service Fellowship (2023) As an emerging scholar, Osypenkova actively contributes to academic discourse through conference presentations at major international relations forums including EISA and DAVO congresses. Her doctoral research on 'The Role and Foreign Policy of the Russian Federation in the MENA' represents a significant contribution to understanding evolving power dynamics in the region. She also teaches graduate courses on Russian Foreign and Security Policy in MENA at the University of Hamburg.

Enrique C. OchoaView profile

Professor

• Mexican History
• Latin American Studies
• Food Studies
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Enrique C. Ochoa is Professor of History and Latin American Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. A Los Angeles native, he earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in History from UCLA. His career spans decades of teaching, publishing, and community engagement, with a focus on linking academic work to social justice movements. Education: Ph.D. in History, UCLA Affiliations: California State University, Los Angeles; Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA); Historians Against the War His research explores Mexican history , food studies , and Latina/o critical pedagogy . He has co-edited special issues on water crisis, immigration reform, and critical education, emphasizing transnational migration circuits, environmental justice, and inequality in educational systems. Recent publications include analyses of intersectional ethnic studies curricula (2022) and neoliberal food policies (2015). His work frequently interrogates global capitalism , US imperialism , and marginalized resistance through historical and contemporary lenses. Scientific Awards: President's Distinguished Professor (2013-14), Michi and Walter Weglyn Endowed Chair (2006-08) Ochoa collaborates with community organizations and school districts to implement K-12 ethnic studies and critiques assimilationist educational frameworks. He co-founded the Latina/o History Bee and serves on editorial boards for progressive academic journals.

Alina I. PalimaruView profile

Professor

• Health-Related Quality of Life
• Native American and Alaska Native Populations
• Health, Health Care, and Aging
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Alina I. Palimaru is a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy and a policy researcher at RAND. Her work centers on the intersection of poverty and health, with a focus on health outcomes, quality of life, disability, mental health, substance use, housing, homelessness, and food insecurity, particularly among marginalized populations such as American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Education: Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health M.P.P., American University B.A. in History, Politics, and Communication, Drexel University Her research employs mixed methods and emphasizes culturally responsive approaches. She investigates sleep health, identity development, and substance use prevention among urban Native youth, and explores food insecurity and social vulnerability in Los Angeles County. Palimaru also studies care coordination in permanent supportive housing and behavioral interventions for chronic disease management. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend in health equity research, particularly with vulnerable populations. She frequently employs qualitative and mixed methods to understand patient experiences, identity, and resilience. Her work spans public health, policy analysis, and community-based interventions, often contributing to actionable recommendations for health systems and policymakers. Scientific Awards: Silver Collision Award for social impact Four Bronze Telly Awards (social impact and animation) Three Silver Telly Awards (social impact, animation, and accessibility) Three Platinum dotCOMM Awards Four Gold dotCOMM Awards Palimaru is deeply involved in knowledge transfer through award-winning films and webinars. She has served as producer and co-producer on health care films adopted by NHS centers and UK NGOs. Her work often involves collaboration with community stakeholders, particularly in developing culturally grounded interventions. She has contributed to evaluations of telemedicine, global payment programs, and behavioral health workforce policies, demonstrating a broad impact across health systems and policy domains. Labs and Teams: She collaborates with RAND research teams focused on health equity, housing, aging, and substance use. Her projects often involve partnerships with community organizations, particularly those serving Native American populations and individuals experiencing homelessness.

Jessica GravesView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Agricultural Education
• Animal Agriculture
• International Agricultural Systems
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Jessica Graves is an Adjunct Professor at Huntington University, specializing in agricultural missions and ministry. She also serves as the Director of International Capacity Development with M4 Institute, focusing on rural empowerment through agriculture and Christian outreach. Mississippi State University - Animal & Dairy Sciences (BS), Agriculture - Animal Nutrition (MS), Agricultural and Extension Education (PhD) Her research interests span international agricultural education , sustainable livestock development , and Christ-centered poverty alleviation . She pioneered rabbit farming initiatives in Guatemala's Western Highlands to combat food insecurity and malnutrition. Award Highlights: American Farm Bureau Federation Partners in Advocacy Leadership (PAL) program She has led student study abroad programs to Vietnam, Grenada, Haiti, Kenya, Cambodia, and Guatemala, emphasizing community-engaged learning. Her current work connects agricultural education with global missions through course offerings that integrate Christian principles with practical agricultural development strategies.

• Health Technology Assessment
• Systematic Reviews
• Evidence Synthesis
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Miriam Brazzelli is a Professor at the University of Aberdeen , affiliated with the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition . She leads the Knowledge Synthesis Programme within the Healthcare Assessment Programme and contributes to teaching in systematic reviewing. Her research is centered on health technology assessment and complex evidence synthesis to inform healthcare, social care, and public health policy. PhD in Public Health Sciences, University of Edinburgh (2011) BSc (Hons) in Psychology, University of Turin (1997) Degree in Physiotherapy, San Carlo Borromeo School, Milan (1988) Her research focuses on systematic reviews, health technology assessment (HTA), and evidence synthesis across diverse domains including clinical interventions, public health, and social care. She evaluates the clinical and cost-effectiveness of both new and existing healthcare strategies, with notable work in areas like gallstone management, fibromyalgia, testosterone therapy, cancer screening, and long-term impacts of COVID-19. Her methodological expertise includes diagnostic test accuracy, network meta-analysis, and GRADE framework applications. Recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate a strong trend in policy-relevant evidence synthesis , often conducted for national bodies like NICE. Her work spans chronic conditions, surgical interventions, mental health in medical professionals, and health equity. She frequently collaborates on multi-method reviews and economic evaluations that directly inform clinical guidelines and health service decisions. She is a member of the NIHR HTA Commissioning Funding Committee (since 2023) and internal university groups on equality, diversity, and public engagement. She contributes to the PU5526 Systematic Reviewing course through lectures and student assessment. Her research is supported through national commissions and collaborations such as the Aberdeen Belfast Collaboration (ABEC), reflecting her role in large-scale, applied health research. She does not have specific laboratory or team names mentioned, but leads a structured research programme focused on knowledge synthesis.

• Food Security
• Eating Behaviour
• Nutritional Status
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Dr. Tan Seok Tyug is a Senior Lecturer at the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia. She is a registered nutritionist with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from Universiti Putra Malaysia. Her academic work is deeply rooted in public health and nutritional sciences, with a strong focus on population-level dietary and health outcomes. PhD in Nutritional Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Community Health, Universiti Putra Malaysia Her research interests span food security , eating behaviour , nutritional status , nutrigenomics , and bioactive compounds , with implications for non-communicable disease prevention. She actively contributes to the scientific community through editorial roles as Associate Editor of Nutrition and Health (Sage) and Editorial Board Member for Dialogues in Health and Societal Impacts (both Elsevier). The analysis of her recent publications (2020–2025) reveals a consistent focus on behavioral and public health nutrition, particularly among vulnerable populations such as children, young adults, the elderly, and post-pandemic cohorts. Her work integrates epidemiological methods with nutritional assessment, often examining the interplay between diet, lifestyle, and health outcomes. Topics include food insecurity, sleep-diet interactions, nutrigenomics perception, and functional food applications. Scientific contributions and recognition: Associate Editor, Nutrition and Health (Sage) Editorial Board Member, Dialogues in Health (Elsevier) Editorial Board Member, Societal Impacts (Elsevier) Dr. Tan is accepting PhD students and is involved in research that bridges academic inquiry with real-world health challenges. While specific grants or advising details are not listed, her publication record and editorial roles indicate active mentorship and research leadership. She is also contributing to collaborative research on food science applications, such as cinnamon and goldenberry processing, suggesting interdisciplinary engagement with food technology and functional ingredients.

Fiona BarkerView profile

Research Fellow

• Planetary Health
• Public Health
• Water and Human Health
• +13 more

Fiona Barker is a Senior Research Fellow in the Planetary Health Division within the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash University. She serves as Deputy Director of Research for the Revitalising Informal Settlements and their Environments (RISE) project in Makassar, Indonesia, and Suva, Fiji, focusing on sustainable water systems and public health in underserved urban communities. PhD in Environmental Health, The University of Melbourne (2015) Bachelor of Environmental Science, University of Waterloo, Canada Her research centers on the intersection of water, sanitation, and human health, with a strong emphasis on quantitative microbial risk assessment , data management , and FAIR data systems . She investigates health risks associated with wastewater reuse, alternative water sources, and environmental contamination in informal settlements, contributing directly to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water, health, and sustainable cities. Her recent publications in high-impact journals such as Nature Medicine , Science Advances , and Water Research highlight emerging climate-related health risks, antimicrobial resistance, and innovative monitoring approaches in low-resource settings. Her work increasingly integrates transdisciplinary and equitable research frameworks, especially in global north–south collaborations. SPHPM Unsung Hero Award (2022) Travelling Scholarship (2015) Melbourne Abroad Travelling Scholarship (2011) Highly Commended Research Poster and Oral Presentation (2013) Post-graduate publishing award (2009) Fiona has contributed to major research grants, including NHMRC-funded projects on gastrointestinal infection pathways and environmentally sensitive watercycle management in informal settlements. She also serves as a Chief Investigator in the One Water Consortium, collaborating with government and utility partners. She has editorial experience, having served on the board of Microbial Risk Analysis (2016), and is actively involved in mentoring and accepting PhD students through Monash University’s SupervisorConnect platform. Her research network spans Australia, Indonesia, Fiji, and global institutions, emphasizing equitable and impactful planetary health solutions.

Nitya RaoView profile

Professor

• Gender and Development
• Climate Change and Gender
• Women's Empowerment
• +12 more

Nitya Rao is a Professor of Gender & Development at the School of Global Development, University of East Anglia (UEA) , where she also serves as Director of the Norwich Institute for Sustainable Development. She is a member of several research groups including ClimateUEA, the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, and the UNESCO Chair on Literacy and Social Transformation. Her work bridges gender, climate change, and sustainable development across South Asia and Africa. Her research interests include: Gender and climate change adaptation Food and nutrition security Women’s agency and empowerment Migration and rural livelihoods Intersectional inequalities in development Sustainable food systems and policy Nitya’s recent publications reflect a strong focus on gendered vulnerabilities in food systems, climate-resilient agriculture, and participatory governance. Her work combines qualitative and interdisciplinary methods, often co-produced with communities. Key themes include the role of women in fisheries and farming, migration patterns, and the integration of indigenous knowledge with scientific policy frameworks like EAT-Lancet. She has been recognized with the Outstanding Achievement Award 2024 and serves on high-level advisory panels such as the EAT-Lancet Commission 2.0 , UN Food Systems Coordination Hub , and UKRI International Strategic Advisory Group . Nitya has supervised over 30 PhD students and is actively involved in mentoring early-career researchers. She previously served as editor of the journal Compare (2010–2016). Her leadership extends to fostering transdisciplinary research through the Norwich Institute, promoting equitable and just futures through science-policy engagement. She is also involved in multiple active research projects funded by FCDO, IDRC, and the British Academy, focusing on climate adaptation, migration, and food system transformation.

Amber L. PearsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Health
• Public Health
• Geospatial Analysis
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Amber L. Pearson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography, Environment and Spatial Sciences at Michigan State University (MSU), and co-Director of the Space, Health and Community (SHAC) Lab. She holds an adjunct appointment in the University of Otago’s Department of Public Health in New Zealand. Her research focuses on geospatial analysis of neighborhood environments and their impact on health equity, particularly in contexts of socioeconomic adversity. Pearson completed her Ph.D. in Geography and M.P.H. in Global Health at the University of Washington, followed by postdoctoral training at the University of Canterbury and a Research Fellowship at the University of Otago. Her work explores how built, social, and physical environments influence health outcomes, including cancer prevention, mental health, and household water insecurity. Key areas include evaluating policy interventions such as food advertising bans and park renovations, as well as analyzing the role of greenspaces in marginalized communities. She has led projects like the Study of Active Neighborhoods in Detroit (StAND), assessing park restoration’s health benefits, and co-developed the Household Water Insecurity Experiences (HWISE) Scale. Recent articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, linking geospatial data to health behaviors and addressing systemic inequities. Her research highlights how water sharing practices, neighborhood disorder, and greenspace access intersect with health disparities. Collaborations with communities and institutions globally underscore her commitment to applied public health solutions.