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• Reproductive Health
• Contraceptive Care
• Adolescent Gynecology
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Dr. Julie Chor, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology-Family Planning at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine. She specializes in patient-centered gynecologic and reproductive healthcare for adolescents and young adult women, with a focus on making first gynecologic visits educational and non-intimidating experiences. Dr. Chor completed her medical education at the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, followed by residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She furthered her training with an MPH in Maternal and Child Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics from the University of Chicago. Her undergraduate degree in History and Biology is from Oberlin College. Her research focuses on contraceptive care for adolescents and young women with complex medical conditions, menstrual irregularities, and sexually transmitted infection screening and counseling. A significant portion of her work examines the impact of doulas on pregnancy outcomes and abortion care experiences. She has published extensively on reproductive health experiences of women with cardiovascular disease and other medical conditions, as well as on the experiences of sexual and gender minority patients in gynecological settings. Analysis of Dr. Chor's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on reproductive justice, with particular attention to vulnerable populations including trauma survivors, LGBTQ+ individuals, and adolescents. Her work spans clinical practice, medical ethics, health policy, and public health perspectives, often addressing the intersection of law and reproductive healthcare. Notably, her research has increasingly focused on the impact of restrictive abortion policies and the importance of patient autonomy in reproductive decision-making. Dr. Chor serves as Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded research projects, including 'Designing an Adolescent Centered Cards on the Table Toolkit' (R41HD104324, 2021-2022) and 'An Intervention to Improve Women's Reproductive Health' (K23HD084753, 2015-2019). Her collaborative approach is evident in her work with colleagues across pediatric and internal medicine specialties to develop programs helping adolescents with complex medical diseases transition their reproductive healthcare into adulthood. Her research team focuses on improving reproductive healthcare access and quality, particularly for underserved populations. Dr. Chor's work with doulas in abortion care settings represents an innovative approach to enhancing patient experiences during sensitive medical procedures. She maintains strong collaborations with researchers specializing in medical ethics, public health, and women's health policy.

• Health economics
• Global Health
• Economic development
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Sergi Alonso is a Lecturer (Teaching) in Health Economics at the Global Business School for Health, University College London (UCL) , with a research associate affiliation at the School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine, University of Glasgow . His work focuses on mathematical modeling for schistosomiasis research and evaluating health interventions in low- and middle-income countries. PhD in Health Economics , University of Barcelona MSc in Economics , University of Barcelona His research explores the intersection of health economics , global health , and public health policy , particularly through cost-effectiveness analyses of disease elimination strategies. Recent work examines behavioral factors affecting schistosomiasis transmission, including trust in healthcare systems and communal sanitation adoption. Publications highlight expertise in modeling schistosomiasis and malaria , with a focus on LMICs . Topics span vaccine implementation, vector control, and healthcare cost assessments, often involving collaborations with international stakeholders like WHO, PATH, and GAVI. WHO Membership : Strategic and Technical Advisory Group for Neglected Tropical Diseases (STAG-NTD) Working Group on Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (WG MER), 2024–2027

Jade BurnsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Adolescent Sexual Health
• Health Equity
• Community-Based Participatory Research
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Jade Burns, PhD, RN, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan School of Nursing within the Department of Health Behavior and Clinical Sciences. Her work focuses on adolescent sexual health, health equity, and technology-driven interventions. Education: PhD from University of Michigan, MSN from University of Pennsylvania, BSN from University of Michigan Research Interests: Dr. Burns specializes in community-engaged research and digital health strategies to improve sexual and reproductive health outcomes for adolescent Black males. She also advocates for nursing practice improvements in underserved areas. Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize social media interventions, STI self-testing, HPV vaccination gamification, and addressing trauma-informed care for Black male adolescents through digital platforms. Scientific Awards: Society for Adolescent Health & Medicine – Racial Justice and Health Equity Award, 2022 Detroit Regional Chamber - Leadership Detroit fellow, 2020 Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation Clinical Scholar, 2017 National Health Service Corp Scholar, 2014 American Association of Colleges of Nursing Jonas Nurse Leader, 2014 Paul Ambrose Scholar, 2013 Advising & Grants: Dr. Burns mentors nursing and public health students. Current NIH/NIMHD grant K08MD017303 explores new media for sexual health access among Black youth in Detroit.

Ryan SukView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cancer Prevention
• Health Economics
• Cost-Effective Analysis
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Dr. Ryan Suk is an Assistant Professor at Emory University with a dual appointment: primary in the Center for Data Science at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and secondary in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Rollins School of Public Health. They also serve as a Faculty Consultant for Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) at the Winship Center for Cancer Health Equity Research and as a Fellow of the American Cancer Society HPV Roundtable Emerging Leaders Program. Dr. Suk holds a BBA from Korea University, an MS in Economics from the University of Utah, and a PhD in Health Economics from The University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Suk’s research focuses on HPV-associated cancer prevention and control, particularly for under-recognized populations such as 27-45-year-olds for HPV vaccination and individuals aged 66+ for cervical cancer prevention. Their work integrates economic evaluation, community engagement, and decision support tools to optimize resource allocation. Key themes include public discourse around HPV prevention, LGBTQ+ health equity, and spatial analysis of healthcare access. They are deeply committed to mentoring students across disciplines like nursing and clinical fields. Dr. Suk’s articles span HPV-related health disparities, palliative care utilization, and LGBTQ+ cancer policy. Their work has been published in high-impact journals like JAMA Health Forum and JAMA Pediatrics. Awards include the American Cancer Society Fellowship. They also contribute to initiatives like AI.Humanity at Emory, emphasizing ethical AI in healthcare.

Lisa WhopView profile

Associate Professor

• Cervical Cancer Control
• Epidemiology
• Vaccine Preventable Diseases
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Associate Professor Lisa Whop is an Associate Professor and Senior Fellow at the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research at the Australian National University (ANU). She holds a BMedSc, MAppEpid, and PhD in Epidemiology. Her research focuses on cervical cancer control, vaccine-preventable diseases, and achieving health equity for Indigenous Australians through an Indigenist research approach. She leads projects including the Centre for Research Excellence on Targeted Approaches to Improve Cancer Services (TACTICS) and an ARC Discovery grant on HPV vaccination uptake among Indigenous adolescents. Her work emphasizes culturally appropriate health interventions, including HPV self-testing and improving cervical screening access. Key achievements include developing the What Matters 2 Adults wellbeing measure and advocating for inclusive health language policies. She has secured significant grants and fellowships, including NHMRC Early Career Research Fellow status. Research Strengths: Epidemiology, Indigenous health systems, policy translation Key Projects: TACTICS, Indigenous HPV Cohort Study, lung cancer screening equity initiatives Her publications address tobacco control, healthcare disparities, and digital surveillance equity. She collaborates widely with Indigenous communities and health organizations to drive evidence-based policy changes.

• Tectonics
• Geophysics
• Seismic Analysis
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Dr. Rebecca Bell is a Lecturer in Geology and Geophysics at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. She holds a PhD in Marine Geophysics from the University of Southampton and a Master's in Earth Science from the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on tectonic evolution, utilizing seismic and drilling data to study subduction zone fault mechanics and rift development. Key affiliations include the Basins Research Group, the Grantham Institute, and the Imperial Centre for Geohazards. Her work addresses critical questions such as controls on subduction zone fault behavior and the dynamics of continental rifting. Recent projects include deploying seismometers in New Zealand to study slow slip events and leveraging machine learning for earthquake hazard assessment. She has held prestigious roles like the Imperial College Research Fellowship (2012–2017) and editorial positions in journals like Basin Research . Teaching accolades include winning the Best Feedback Award in 2013 and being shortlisted in 2016. Her research has been widely featured in media outlets like Nature World News and Aljazeera America . Her publications span seismic imaging, CO2 migration, and fault mechanics, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. Ongoing initiatives include fully funded PhD and postdoctoral positions investigating subduction zone seismic behavior, emphasizing fault zone properties and their societal implications.

Marcel GreuterView profile

Professor

• Medical Physics
• Computed Tomography
• Radiation Safety
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Dr. Marcel Greuter is a Professor and Head of Medical Physics at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Groningen. He holds additional roles including Visiting Scientific Staff Member at University Twente's Robotics and Mechatronics department, Medical Physicist at OZG Scheemda, and Radiation Protection Expert. He actively participates in multiple committees such as the Radiation Safety Committee of the Dutch Association of Medical Physics (NVKF) and the Dutch Society of Radiology's Imaging Techniques Committee. His research focuses on Medical Physics applications in Computed Tomography (CT), Radiation Safety, Cancer Screening Modelling, and Biomedical Engineering. Key projects include optimizing CT protocols for pediatric imaging and evaluating cost-effectiveness of screening strategies in cervical and breast cancers. His work spans both technical advancements in imaging technology and their clinical implications. Recent publications emphasize innovations in photon-counting CT for iodine detection, development of cerebral perfusion phantoms, and intraoperative CT applications in urology. His articles reflect a balance between methodological advancements and translational research impacting healthcare economics and patient outcomes. Marcel Greuter is deeply engaged in academic governance, leading educational programs as Chair of the Biomedical Engineering Program Committee at the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He also contributes to ethical and regulatory oversight through roles on the Medical Ethics Committee (METc) and Radiation Safety bodies.

• Biomanufacturing
• Continuous Bioprocessing
• Downstream Processing
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Dr. Lukas Gerstweiler is a Lecturer in the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Adelaide, within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His research focuses on advancing biomanufacturing processes, particularly continuous bioprocessing, downstream purification techniques, and virus-like particle (VLP) technology. He explores novel chromatography methods using porous co-polymers and mechanistic modeling to optimize biomolecule separation. His work aims to enhance efficiency in producing biotherapeutics, recombinant proteins, and vaccines. Dr. Gerstweiler’s research group emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining engineering, biology, and computational sciences. Key areas include VLP-based vaccine platforms for emerging pathogens and process intensification strategies for cost-effective biomanufacturing. He actively supervises research students in Masters and PhD programs, fostering innovation in sustainable protein production and healthcare solutions. His publications highlight contributions to VLP stability analysis, chromatography optimization, and continuous manufacturing systems. Collaborations are sought to address global health challenges through transformative biomanufacturing technologies.

• Health Economics
• Cervical Cancer Screening
• HPV Research
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Jasmine Fridljung is an Adjunct Lecturer at Örebro University's School of Health Sciences (Department of Health Sciences). She is a registered nurse with a master's degree in economics and is employed by Region Örebro with a placement at the University Healthcare Research Center. Since October 2021, she has been a doctoral student at the Department of Medical Sciences, focusing on evaluating the health economic impacts of cervical cancer screening program modifications. Her research emphasizes HPV self-sampling, molecular triage, and cost-effectiveness analysis in healthcare. Education: Master's degree in Economics Registered Nurse qualification Doctoral student in Medical Sciences (since 2021) Research Interests: Health economics of preventive healthcare Cervical cancer screening optimization HPV-related cancer research Public health policy evaluation Cost-effectiveness modeling in healthcare systems Recent Research Projects: Cost-effectiveness of cervical screening with HPV self-sampling and molecular triage (ongoing) Evaluating reminder letter effectiveness with self-sampling kits for non-attendees Scientific Awards: None listed. Advising & Grants: Doctoral project funded by Region Örebro (details unspecified) No listed advisees or grants explicitly mentioned Labs/Teams: Active contributor to research groups focusing on HPV-related cancers and precision medicine in prevention/diagnostics.

Diana CervantesView profile

Associate Professor

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Healthcare Quality Improvement
• Gerontology
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Diana Cervantes is an Associate Professor in the College of Public Health at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, specializing in Population and Community Health. She holds advanced degrees including a DrPH in Epidemiology from UNT Health Science Center. Her research focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, healthcare quality improvement, and gerontology, with an emphasis on infection prevention measures, outbreak management, and racial disparities in healthcare-associated conditions and infectious diseases such as HPV, cervical cancer, HIV, and hepatitis. Education: DrPH in Epidemiology, UNT Health Science Center MPH in Epidemiology, UNT Health Science Center MS in Gerontology, Kansas State University MS in Biology, University of Texas at Arlington BS in Biology, University of Texas at Arlington Research Interests: Dr. Cervantes investigates infection control strategies, disparities in healthcare outcomes, and public health responses to emerging infectious diseases. Her work spans nursing home infection prevention (e.g., the ICARE program), outbreak investigations (e.g., Ebola in Dallas), and nutritional epidemiology (e.g., magnesium-cognition links in older adults). Grants/Projects: PI of the 2024–2025 project Model and Framework for Obtain funded by the Association of Schools of Public Health Labs/Teams: She collaborates with initiatives like CHARGE and ICARE, focusing on resident-centered infection prevention in nursing homes and community-based health equity projects.

Andreas DeckertView profile

Researcher

• Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
• Epidemiology
• Global Health
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Dr. Andreas Deckert is a Scientist at the Heidelberg Institute of Global Health (HIGH), University of Heidelberg. He holds roles including Principal Investigator (PI) and project manager in multiple international health initiatives. His work focuses on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), epidemiology, public health, and global health systems. He has led projects in Zambia, Malawi, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, and Cambodia, emphasizing capacity building and NCD integration in healthcare systems. Education: PhD in Epidemiology (2013, Heidelberg University), Dipl. Inform. Med. (2008, Heidelberg University). Research Interests: NCD prevention, health system strengthening, migrant health, and pandemic response strategies. Key contributions include the CoNoCo project in Zambia (2023–2029), SARS-CoV-2 surveillance trials (B-FAST), and capacity development programs in Africa. He also oversees global health education initiatives, including Master’s programs in medical biometry and epidemiology. Publications span NCD epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, cervical cancer screening, and migration health. Collaborations include institutions in Liberia, Uzbekistan, and Southeast Asia. He has secured grants from DAAD, EKFS, and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).

Ditte LindeView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Health
• Cervical Cancer Screening
• Maternal and Perinatal Health
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Ditte Linde is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, with strong affiliations to Odense University Hospital and the Centre for Global Health. She is actively involved in public health research with a focus on maternal health, cervical cancer screening, and violence against women. PhD in Public Health Science, University of Southern Denmark (awarded 2019) Master’s in Public Health Science, University of Copenhagen (awarded 2013) Bachelor’s in Public Health Science, University of Copenhagen (awarded 2009) Her research spans global health , maternal and perinatal health , intimate partner violence , and digital health interventions . She employs both qualitative and quantitative methods to understand health behaviors and improve screening and care delivery in low- and middle-income countries as well as in Denmark. Recent publications highlight her work on HPV-based cervical cancer screening in Tanzania , gestational diabetes management in Vietnam , and digital screening for domestic violence in antenatal care . Her research often involves systematic reviews and feasibility studies, reflecting a strong methodological foundation. Co-PI of STOP MinoVold: Systematic detection and interventions against violence among pregnant women from ethnic minority backgrounds (2024–2026) Principal supervisor of CliMama: Climate adaptation interventions for maternal health in LMICs (2024–2025) Project participant in VALID II: Informal support for diabetes in Vietnam (2022–2025) She has co-supervised PhD students including Karen Andreasen and Lea Ankerstjerne, and regularly contributes to peer review for journals such as BMC Women's Health and International Journal of Law, Crime and Justice . Her public engagement includes media contributions on violence against pregnant women and cervical cancer screening equity.

• HPV-associated cancers
• Molecular virology
• Machine learning
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Sara Arroyo Muhr is a Senior Research Specialist and Docent at the Karolinska Institutet , affiliated with the Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology and the Center for Cervical Cancer Elimination . She serves as Scientific Lead at the International HPV Reference Center and coordinates global HPV diagnostic initiatives through the Global HPV LabNet . Education : PhD from Karolinska Institutet (2016), Docent (2025) Her research spans HPV-associated cancers , molecular virology, machine learning applications in cancer prevention, and microbiome interactions in cervical carcinogenesis. She leads Sweden’s cervical cancer elimination project and self-sampling programs in conflict zones like Ukraine. Her work integrates next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics to address diagnostic challenges in HPV testing. Recent publications highlight advancements in HPV genotyping software (HPV-KITE) , quality assurance for HPV DNA testing, microbiome analysis in cervical and anal cancers, and vaccine immunogenicity studies. Key collaborations include international proficiency trials for HPV diagnostics and large-scale registry-based cervical screening research. Teaching roles include lecturing in molecular diagnostics , genomics , and antiviral drugs at undergraduate and graduate levels, alongside PBL tutoring and supervision of five PhD students. She also develops online educational resources for the International HPV Reference Center.

• Public Health Genomics
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Cancer Prevention
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Lei Xu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Education and Promotion within the College of Health and Human Performance at East Carolina University. He serves as Director of the Public Health Genomics Lab located in the Carol Belk Building, focusing on translational genomic applications for public health practice across diverse populations including parents of children with autism spectrum disorders, diabetes patients, ethnic minorities, and adolescents. Dr. Xu's research centers on public health genomics with emphases on genetic testing for autism, cancer prevention, family health promotion, and mental health/substance use interventions. His work addresses health disparities through community-based studies in rural Eastern North Carolina and statewide collaborations with local health departments, employing mixed-methods approaches to investigate barriers in healthcare access and intervention effectiveness among vulnerable populations. Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: pandemic impacts on diabetes self-management education and mental healthcare access, HPV vaccination disparities among immigrant communities, and cancer risk behavior interventions using parent-adolescent dyadic frameworks. His autism genomics work consistently examines parental decision-making around genetic testing in underserved populations. Scientific recognition includes: Most Valuable Professor (MVP) by Women's Volleyball Athletes, East Carolina University (2019) Dr. Xu secured Simons Foundation grants as Principal Investigator for autism genetic testing projects (2015-2017) and served as Co-PI on environmental triggers of autism research. His service includes editorial work for Frontiers in Public Health (2023-2024) and conference abstract reviewing for the American Public Health Association (2021-2022). The Public Health Genomics Lab conducts community-engaged research on autism spectrum disorders and cancer prevention, with recent projects examining rural-urban disparities in diabetes education, HPV vaccination uptake among immigrant populations, and mental health service barriers during the pandemic. The lab maintains active partnerships with North Carolina local health departments and national organizations including the American Public Health Association.

Ryan WoodsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Disease Surveillance
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Ryan Woods is an Assistant Professor in the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Health Sciences and an Executive Director, Data and Analytics at BC Cancer. He holds a Scientist position in the Department of Cancer Control Research at BC Cancer Research Institute. His academic journey includes a PhD in Population and Public Health from UBC, an MSc in Statistics, and a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Guelph. Dr. Woods' research focuses on leveraging administrative and registry data to address cancer control challenges, particularly in oncology outcomes, cancer screening equity, and health system performance. His work emphasizes international benchmarking, equity gaps in service utilization, and data-driven health policy. Key areas include evaluating disparities in breast cancer screening participation among immigrant populations, analyzing pandemic impacts on cancer diagnosis timing, and optimizing team-based cancer care models. His publications span over two decades, with recent emphasis on pandemic-related healthcare disruptions, multimorbidity trends, and global cancer survival disparities. He has contributed to CONCORD-3 and ICBP initiatives analyzing international cancer outcomes. Dr. Woods also leads BC Cancer's data strategy, integrating biostatistics and epidemiology to advance population health surveillance. His expertise bridges clinical and population-level research, with a focus on translating data insights into actionable strategies for improving cancer care equity and system efficiency. Current projects include spatial access analysis for lung screening programs and modeling pandemic-driven health burden shifts.