Ben Kuo is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Windsor, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. He specializes in multicultural counseling, refugee mental health, and acculturation processes. His work emphasizes culturally responsive clinical practices and community-based research, particularly with marginalized populations such as refugees and Black Canadians. He leads initiatives like the refugee-serving multicultural therapy practicum, fostering trainee competence through service. Key research interests include psychological help-seeking behavior across cultures, coping strategies in multicultural contexts, and the impact of acculturation stress on mental health. His interdisciplinary approach bridges counseling psychology with public health, addressing systemic barriers to equitable healthcare access. Awards: 2023 Canadian Psychological Association Award for Public Service and Social Justice 2019 Mary Lou Dietz Equity Leadership Award (Windsor University Faculty Association) Recognized for volunteering with frontline workers during the pandemic Dr. Kuo supervises student-led projects on immigrant youth mental health and collaborates with organizations like the Multicultural Council of Windsor-Essex. His lab, the Psychological Services and Research Centre, integrates clinical training with community outreach.
Sylvie St-Onge is a Full Professor in the Department of Management at HEC Montréal. She holds a Ph.D. from York University and an M.Sc. from HEC Montréal. Her expertise spans Compensation Management, Performance Management, Work-Life Balance, Organizational Behavior, and Governance. She has been actively involved in academic leadership roles, including Editor-in-Chief of Gestion magazine and Director of Research at HEC Montréal. She is also affiliated with CIRANO and the International Observatory on the Societal Impacts of AI and Digital Technology (OBVIA). Her research focuses on contemporary HR challenges, such as diversity management, hybrid work models, AI in finance, and workplace harassment. She has authored multiple books, including Relever les défis de la gestion des ressources humaines and Gestion de la rémunération . She has supervised numerous graduate students, including a PhD dissertation on immigrant workforce integration and a Master's thesis on employer branding strategies. Dr. St-Onge has received the Scholarship for Excellence in Teaching Administration from the Quebec Ministry of Education (2009–2018). She serves on boards of directors, including her professional order (CRHA/CRIA) and her foundation. Her teaching includes courses like Gestion de sa vie professionnelle , emphasizing career management and professional development.
Taneile Kitchingman is a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Charles Sturt University’s School of Psychology, working part-time. She also practices as a Board-approved supervisor with the local health service, specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder and Toward Zero Suicides initiatives. Her roles include teaching fourth-year psychology and professional programs, alongside supervising honours students. She holds a PhD (Clinical Psychology) and BPsych (Hons) from the University of Wollongong. Her clinical experience spans rural outpatient settings, inpatient mental health units, and specialized anxiety clinics. She focuses on rural mental health, particularly occupational exposure effects on crisis support workers’ wellbeing. Research interests center on suicidality, worker psychological distress in crisis roles, and rural suicide prevention. Key areas include telephone crisis support workers’ wellbeing and the implementation of suicide prevention strategies. Notable contributions include evaluating rural mental health programs and developing assessment tools for psychology students. Her articles emphasize crisis support workers’ functional impairment, rural suicide prevention, and educational innovations in psychology. Awards include the Australian Postgraduate Award (2013), Charles Sturt University Teaching Grant (2023), and a National Rural Suicide Prevention Grant (2024). Advising focuses on honours students, while grants fund rural mental health initiatives. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams for program evaluations and worker wellbeing strategies.
Dr. Patricia Schartau is a Clinical Associate Professor in Primary Care at University College London's Primary Care & Population Health Department, based at the Royal Free Hospital Campus. She serves as co-deputy lead of the eHealth Unit, NIHR School for Primary Care Research UCL Training & Capacity Budget lead, and NHSE Pan-London Academic GP Training Programme Director. Her professional roles include being a practicing GP at Hampstead Group Practice, sitting on the RCGP Scientific Advisory Board, providing consultancy for healthcare start-ups, and serving as an NHSE Clinical Entrepreneur Fellow and trustee for two National Charities. Education: BA in Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford PhD in Clinical Psychology & Cognitive Neurosciences, University of Cambridge MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), King's College London PGCert in Applied Research Methods with Merit, King's College London MRCGP (Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners) Diploma in Sexual & Reproductive Health (DFSRH) Dr. Schartau's research focuses on digitally-enabled healthcare solutions, particularly self-driven digital healthcare for long-term condition management with emphasis on cancer care. Her work examines evidence-practice gaps in clinical pathways to develop, deploy, and evaluate digital solutions that optimize healthcare experiences while supporting overstretched systems. She investigates how digital innovations impact patient-healthcare professional relationships, shared decision-making processes, and medical education. As a mixed-methods researcher, she employs systematic reviews, meta-analyses, cohort studies, RCTs, qualitative methods, and electronic health record analysis. Her publication portfolio reveals a strong pattern of research at the intersection of digital health, sexual dysfunction (particularly in prostate cancer patients), and mental health interventions. Over 70% of her recent work focuses on digital health applications across oncology, mental health, and primary care settings, with particular attention to sexual health issues in cancer patients and the effectiveness of social media interventions for mental health awareness. Dr. Schartau actively supervises medical, MSc and PhD students, post-docs, and Academic Fellows. She serves as MBBS Y4 & Y5 GP Mental Health Programme lead, BSc in Primary Care Research and Clinical Practice Digital Health Module lead, and Sexual Health Module deputy lead. She also acts as a pastoral and personal tutor and mentor for undergraduate and postgraduate students. She leads the eHealth Unit's research initiatives focused on person-centered self-driven healthcare solutions, with particular emphasis on remote monitoring and addressing health inequalities. Her work aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and 4 (Quality Education), demonstrating commitment to both healthcare improvement and educational advancement.
David Gefen: Academic Profile David Gefen, PhD, is the Provost Distinguished Research Professor and Academic Director of the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) Program at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business. He holds a dual appointment in Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems. His research focuses on trust in IT systems, outsourcing, research methodology (SEM), and text analysis, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like MISQ and ISR. Education & Career: Joined Drexel in 1997 after industry roles in software development. Earned an M.Sc. in Computer Information Systems and PhD from Georgia State University under Detmar Straub. Previously served as Senior Editor at MISQ and Editor-in-Chief roles at JMIS and JAIS. Research Interests: Explores trust dynamics in digital technologies, ERP implementation, and text analysis applications in healthcare and consumer behavior. Notable contributions include frameworks for measuring distrust in chatbots and analyzing adverse drug interactions via text mining. Awards & Recognition: Ranked in top 0.08% of global scientists (ScholarGPS), top 0.3% (Scientific Index 2023), and #703 in global Business & Management research (Research.com). Recognized for prolific HCI publications (3rd/4th, 1990–2008). Service: Senior Editor at JAIS, Advisory Board Member at JMIS, and active in editorial roles for top journals. Served on ICIS panels addressing curriculum reform and MIS research methods. Grants & Labs: Secured $50,000 for research on AI and epistemic welfare in ChatGPT discourse. Collaborates with Einstein Medical Center on telemedicine portals and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on telemedicine adoption barriers.
Jason Ellis is a Professor in Psychology at Northumbria University and Director of the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research. His research focuses on sleep disorders, particularly insomnia, and their clinical and societal impacts. He has held roles in professional organizations including the British Psychological Society and the Sleep Research Society. His work spans clinical interventions, digital health solutions, and public engagement. Education: PhD in Psychology (2004). Research Interests: Ellis specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), sleep interventions for chronic conditions like Sjögren’s syndrome, and the intersection of sleep with mental health, nutrition, and athletic performance. Recent studies explore mobile health apps, sleep reactivity, and pandemic-related sleep disturbances. Publications Trends: His work emphasizes practical clinical applications, with a focus on self-management tools and algorithmic approaches to insomnia treatment. Collaborations with industry (e.g., UCB Pharma) and public health initiatives (e.g., pandemic sleep guidelines) highlight his translational research focus. Advisory & Grants: Consultancies include Transport for London and Wall to Wall Media. He has led grant-funded projects on sleep interventions for athletes and chronic disease patients. Labs/Teams: Directs the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research, fostering interdisciplinary work across psychology, medicine, and technology.
Dr. Ciara Losty is a Lecturer and researcher in applied sport and exercise psychology at South East Technological University, where she also leads the MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology program. She is accredited by the Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association and has served as part of Team Ireland's sport science team for the Tokyo 2020 and London 2012 Olympics. Currently, she is the head of performance psychology for Team Ireland at the 2024 Paris Paralympics and a senior consultant for jockey transition programs. Her research focuses on athlete mental health, performance psychology, and career transitions in sport. Education: Doctor of Health Sciences in Psychology, University of Wales MSc Psychology, University of Wrexham MSc (by research) in Sport and Exercise Psychology, SETU Cert. Cognitive Behavioural Skills for Practice (Level 8) BA (hons) Research Interests: Performance psychology and mental health in high-performance athletes Transitions in sport careers, particularly for jockeys Sport coaching methodologies and athlete welfare Professional Roles: External Examiner at Dundalk Institute of Technology (2019–2022) Principal Investigator for the 'Jockeys Transition into Retirement' project (2021–2025) Consultant for Team Ireland and the Jockey Pathway program Awards: Owain Glyndŵr Society Prize For Alumni (2024) Stephen Louden MSc Psychology Prize (2023) Key Contributions: Advocacy for mental health in equestrian sports and athlete transitions Development of sport science support systems for jockeys Publications on concussion awareness, weight management in sports, and athlete well-being
Dr. Andrew Schramm is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin, specializing in the Division of Trauma & Acute Care Surgery. His clinical practice focuses on the psychological needs of trauma survivors and those with chronic illnesses, particularly addressing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through evidence-based therapies. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Carolina and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at MCW. Research Interests : Dr. Schramm’s work centers on traumatic injury, suicide prevention, intimate partner violence, and mental health disparities. He investigates the psychological impact of trauma, healthcare system responses to violence survivors, and community-based intervention strategies. Key areas of focus include racial/ethnic disparities in mental health outcomes, firearm injury survivor care, and suicide epidemiology. Community Engagement : He collaborates with initiatives like the Milwaukee Trauma Outcomes Project (MTOP), 414 Life, and the Office of Violence Prevention to advance trauma-informed care and violence reduction. His research has informed national guidelines for trauma center practices, including screening protocols for intimate partner violence and PTSD. Grants & Advising : Though no advisees are listed, Dr. Schramm leads or co-leads multiple funded projects analyzing suicide trends, violence prevention, and healthcare disparities. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams combining clinical, epidemiological, and policy perspectives. Labs/Teams : Active within the MCW Trauma & Acute Care Surgery division and affiliated with the Froedtert Hospital Center for Advanced Care, he integrates clinical practice with translational research.
Thijs Reyniers is a researcher at the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp, specializing in sexual health and HIV prevention research with a particular focus on PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) implementation. He holds dual PhDs in Social Health Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Health Sciences from Ghent University, which he obtained in 2015 after completing his Master's degree in Sociology (Major: Sociology of Health) at Ghent University in 2009. His research expertise spans both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with significant contributions to understanding sexual health behaviors, HIV prevention strategies, and healthcare service delivery for key populations including men who have sex with men, transgender individuals, and sex workers. Dr. Reyniers serves as the social science coordinator for the be-prep-ared study and leads multiple research projects examining PrEP implementation across different contexts, including Belgium and Burkina Faso. Sexual Health and HIV Research Group at Institute of Tropical Medicine Be-prep-ared study social science coordinator Principal investigator on multiple NIH/Flemish Government-funded projects Collaborator with international research teams across Europe and Africa His research interests focus on the intersection of social science and public health, particularly examining how social, behavioral, and structural factors influence the implementation and effectiveness of HIV prevention strategies. Dr. Reyniers' work emphasizes mixed-methods approaches to understand both the quantitative outcomes and qualitative experiences of PrEP users and healthcare providers. Analysis of his recent publications shows a strong trend toward implementation science research examining real-world PrEP delivery systems, with particular attention to user experiences, healthcare service preferences, and barriers to access among diverse populations. His work bridges clinical HIV prevention with social science perspectives to develop more responsive and effective sexual health services. Dr. Reyniers has secured multiple competitive research grants from the Research Fund - Flanders and Flemish Government agencies, supporting his work on PrEP implementation in Belgium and internationally. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations with clinicians, epidemiologists, and community organizations to ensure research relevance and applicability. He has supervised research assistants and contributed to mentoring early-career researchers through his involvement in multiple PhD projects. His work has been recognized through publication in high-impact journals including The Lancet HIV and AIDS and Behavior, and has been featured in multiple news outlets and social media platforms.
Matthew R. Leon is an Assistant Professor of Management at the University of North Florida's Coggin College of Business. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management from the University of Alabama, an MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of West Florida, and a BA in Psychology from Auburn University. Prior to academia, he held roles as a Civilian Research Scientist with the U.S. Navy, a defense contractor specializing in selection and test development for the U.S. Army, and human resources roles in healthcare and manufacturing. His research focuses on organizational behavior, leadership ethics, employee engagement, workplace dynamics, and stress management. Notable areas include unethical leader behavior, time theft, nurse helping behaviors during crises, and the impact of reciprocity in workplace relationships. His work bridges academic and applied contexts, addressing real-world challenges in healthcare, military, and corporate environments. Leon’s recent publications explore follower responses to unethical leadership (2025), time theft mechanisms (2024), and meta-analytic reviews of service engagement (2023). His research emphasizes practical implications for organizational policy and employee well-being. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained contributions to industrial/organizational psychology and management studies. His advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed, but his collaborative research with colleagues like E. P. Waples and E. J. Michel suggests active involvement in academic teams. Professional networks span military, healthcare, and civilian sectors, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach.
Dr. Mark Walter is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Salisbury University, specializing in social psychology and pedagogical research. His work examines attitudes toward social issues, authoritarianism, and prejudice, with significant contributions to teaching methodologies in psychology. Research interests focus on the intersection of social cognition and behavioral outcomes, including studies on political behavior, religious attitudes, and prosocial actions. Pedagogical innovations feature prominently in his work, exploring techniques to enhance student engagement with historical and methodological concepts. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on experimental social psychology and teaching effectiveness. Recent articles explore voting behavior predictors, anxiety relationships across life stages, and pedagogical interventions. Awards include the Doug Bernstein Award for pedagogical innovation. Student research mentorship has resulted in multiple conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
Dr. Jean-Pierre Gagné is a Full Professor at the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal. His research focuses on auditory and audiovisual speech perception in older adults, cognitive-linguistic factors in speech recognition, and the psychosocial aspects of hearing loss. He leads studies on hearing rehabilitation interventions and stigma associated with sensory disabilities. Education: PhD in Communication Sciences (Washington University) Master's in Audiology (McGill University) Bachelor's in Psychology (Laurentian University) Research Interests: He investigates speech perception under challenging listening conditions, lipreading proficiency, and the impact of hearing loss on cognitive effort. His work also addresses the social stigma faced by individuals with hearing impairments and evaluates intervention programs to improve quality of life. Grants & Collaborations: He has secured funding from organizations like the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQS). Key projects include studying the influence of bilingualism on cognition in older adults with hearing loss and adapting communication strategies for pandemic contexts. Awards: Recipient of the Richard Seewald Professional Award (2021) for career contributions to audiology research and clinical practice. Labs & Affiliations: Affiliated with the CRIUGM (Research Center of the University Institute of Geriatrics of Montreal) and the Provincial Adaptation-Rehabilitation Research Network (REPAR). His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address aging-related hearing challenges.
Professor M Catherine Maternowska is a Professor of Violence Prevention for Young People at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport, affiliated with the Institute for Education, Community & Society (IECS). She holds a PhD from Columbia University, an MPH from the University of Michigan, and a BSc (Econ) from the London School of Economics. Her research focuses on violence prevention, gender equity, and structural violence, including climate change's impact on children's well-being. She co-leads the Childhood Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA) Solutions Hub, a $4.5M global initiative addressing childhood sexual violence through evidence-based solutions. Her work spans three decades, with field-based research in Haiti, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Kenya, and other regions. She previously led UNICEF's Multi-Country Study on the Drivers of Violence and served as PI for the CSEA Solutions Hub. Current research interests include stigma and help-seeking behaviors, collective rhythmic drumming as trauma therapy, and climate change as a structural violence driver. Teaching and supervision: Open to PhD students and guest lecturing. Current advisee: Rimin Johnson. Awards: None explicitly listed. Key grants include the CSEA Solutions Hub ($1.2M at Edinburgh) and a Binks Hub grant for drumming therapy research.
Prof. Mihajlo Popovski is a Full Professor of Social Psychology at the Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje. He has served as Department Head (2001-2009) and University Senate member (2012-2016). His research focuses on attitudes, prosocial behavior, ethnic stereotypes, and post-traumatic stress, with over 30 years of academic contributions. Education: Bachelor's in Psychology (1979, Faculty of Philosophy) Master's in Social Psychology (1993) PhD in Psychology (2000) Research Interests: Social psychology phenomena: attribution theory, prosocial behavior, conflict resolution War trauma studies (CONNECT project, European Value Survey) Cultural psychology: ethnic stereotypes, value orientations Educational psychology: curriculum development (Bologna process) Key Projects: European Value Survey (2006-) Balkan PTSD studies (2004-2009) Psychology curriculum reform (Tempus project) National cultural heritage projects (2010-2015) Editorial Contributions: Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Psychology: Science and Practice (2015-2018) Peer-reviewed journal articles in international outlets Teaching Commitments: Undergraduate: Social Psychology 1/2, Prosocial Behavior Graduate: Group Psychology, Attitude Psychology Doctoral: Advanced Social Psychology
Thelma Gunn is a Professor of Educational Psychology in the Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Saskatchewan (2000), an M.Ed. from the University of Sydney (1993), a B.Ed. from the University of Saskatchewan (1987), and a B.A. (Hons) in History from the same institution (1986). Prior to her academic career, she taught Jr./Sr. High School History, Social Studies, and English for six years, and ESL in Chiba, Japan for 1.5 years. Her research focuses on educational psychology, including assessment methods, high school completion strategies for at-risk populations, expository text comprehension, critical thinking development, and career education integration in K-12 curricula. She actively contributes to both undergraduate teacher education and counseling psychology graduate programs. Notable areas of interest include Indigenous education initiatives, particularly the Alberta Initiative for School Improvement (AISI), and the evaluation of mentorship programs for marginalized students. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in teacher retention, mental health literacy among students, and 21st-century learning frameworks. She has collaborated on district-level educational reforms and contributed to policy recommendations for sustainable career pathways and student well-being.
