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• Consumer Behavior
• Poverty and Inequality
• Gender Equality
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Dr. Fredah Mwiti is an Associate Professor in Marketing at the University of Sussex Business School’s Department of Strategy and Marketing. She holds a PhD in Consumer Behaviour from Lancaster University. Her research focuses on consumer behavior in developing countries, particularly addressing poverty, gender inequality, and sustainable development goals (SDGs 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 12). She employs ethnographic methods and intersectionality frameworks to study coping strategies among marginalized communities and innovations like frugal solutions and digital entrepreneurship. Education: PhD in Consumer Behaviour, Lancaster University, UK Research Interests: Fredah examines poverty, gender equality, and SDGs through lenses like community-based organizations (e.g., ‘Chamas’ in Nairobi slums) and mobile money innovations (e.g., M-Pesa). Her work bridges consumer behavior with macro-level factors like ethnicity, race, and sociohistorical contexts. Recent projects explore digital entrepreneurship among youth in developing nations. Publications: Her notable works include studies on microfinance corruption, community strategies against poverty, and hybrid exchanges in subsistence economies. She has contributed to journals like European Journal of Operational Research and International Marketing Review . Languages: Fluent in English and Swahili.

Summer BraunView profile

Assistant Professor

• Teachers’ occupational health
• Students’ social and emotional development
• School-based interventions
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Summer Braun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alabama, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from The Pennsylvania State University and previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Virginia’s School of Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on schools as contexts for children’s development, emphasizing teachers’ occupational health, students’ social-emotional development, and mindfulness-based interventions. Braun employs ecological systems models to study how teacher well-being intersects with student outcomes, particularly through evidence-based interventions like the PAX Good Behavior Game and mindfulness programs. Her work bridges research and practice, addressing classroom management, teacher-student interactions, and equity in school climates. Research interests include the psychometric validation of assessment tools for school settings, the role of teacher social competencies in classroom dynamics, and the moderating effects of race and gender on educational outcomes. She has explored pandemic impacts on educators and students, intervention implementation challenges, and developmental differences in classroom management across school levels. Braun’s studies frequently involve randomized controlled trials and mixed-methods approaches to evaluate program efficacy. Her academic contributions include over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2017, with topics ranging from ADHD knowledge in pre-service teachers to neural correlates of social decision-making. Braun’s lab is based at the Child and Family Research Clinic, where she collaborates on projects linking theoretical frameworks to practical educational strategies.

• Religious Education
• Educational Diversity
• Multicultural Education
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Ole Kolbjørn Kjørven is an Associate Professor in Religious Education at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy and the Department of Social Sciences, Religion and Ethics. He has over 25 years of experience in teacher education, including roles at the University of Southeast Norway, Oslo Met, and Innlandet University College. His teaching focuses on Religious Education (RLE/SRLE) for kindergarten and primary school teacher programs, as well as pedagogical theory and methods at graduate and PhD levels. Education: PhD in Religious Education (MF University of Applied Sciences, 2014) with a thesis on religious literacy among RE teachers. Earlier degrees include a major in Christian Studies (MF University of Applied Sciences, 1999), a minor in History (University of Oslo), and a basic sports science degree (Norwegian School of Sports Sciences). Research Interests : - Religious diversity in schools and communities - Multicultural events (UN days, international festivals) - Non-formal religious education in minority communities - Religious literacy and pedagogical practices - Teacher education for diverse classrooms Key Projects : - FAITHED: Exploring non-formal religious education and religious minorities in Norway - Multicultural events in schools: Participant perspectives - Indigenous participation in multicultural museum events Research Groups : - Education, Values, and Cultural Heritage - Diversity in Education (DivE) Publications focus on youth religious experiences, multicultural festival analysis, and school leadership approaches to diversity. Recent contributions include studies on Catholic youth identity, middle school students' views on religious others, and participatory approaches in multicultural events.

• Tobacco Control
• Health Disparities
• Public Health
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Dina Jones serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Behavior & Health Education at the College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Her academic work centers on tobacco control, health disparities, and social justice frameworks within public health practice and research. Dr. Jones specializes in tobacco use behaviors among marginalized populations, particularly Black/African American women in rural and low-resource settings. Her research examines smoking cessation barriers, smoke-free home rule adoption, and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) use through mixed-methods approaches combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. She investigates intersections between mental health conditions, discrimination, and substance use, with emphasis on psychological functioning and racial identity as moderators of health outcomes. Her work consistently addresses social determinants of health and develops culturally tailored interventions to reduce health disparities. Current research trends reveal Dr. Jones's pivot toward community-engaged scholarship during the pandemic era, focusing on capacity building within statewide coalitions addressing racial/ethnic COVID-19 disparities. She actively translates research into practice through partnerships with community organizations, examining how social justice principles inform health equity interventions. Her recent publications demonstrate increasing emphasis on implementation science and systems-level change to sustain evidence-based practices in real-world settings. Dr. Jones has secured substantial research funding as Principal Investigator on multiple projects: K01DA055088 (NIH): Predictors of Momentary Smoking Lapse Among Menthol Cigarette Smokers (2022-2027) Center for the Study of Tobacco Pilot Study (2021-2023) Arkansas Department of Health Minority Research Center Pilots (2019-2021) She also contributes as Co-Investigator to major NIH initiatives including P50MD017319 Center for Research, Health, and Social Justice and U54MD002329 Arkansas Center for Health Disparities , focusing on coalition sustainability and health equity infrastructure. Through the Center for Research, Health, and Social Justice, Dr. Jones collaborates with community partners to implement concept mapping exercises identifying social justice perceptions. She participates in statewide coalitions addressing pandemic-related disparities and develops library-based physical activity resources for rural communities, demonstrating commitment to translating research into community action.

Antoine LevittView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Numerical Analysis
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Antoine Levitt is an Assistant Professor (CPJ) at the Laboratoire de Mathématiques d'Orsay, Université Paris-Saclay. Previously, he was a researcher at Inria Paris in the MATHERIALS project-team, affiliated with CERMICS at École des Ponts. His research focuses on numerical methods for quantum chemistry and materials science, including density functional theory (DFT), Wannier functions, and electronic structure calculations. He has contributed to theoretical advances in numerical analysis, such as error bounds for DFT and preconditioning techniques for eigenvalue problems. Levitt’s work spans computational physics and applied mathematics, with applications to quantum dynamics, response properties, and defect systems. He has developed open-source software tools like DFTK.jl and Wannierization algorithms . His teaching includes courses on scientific computing, functional analysis, and quantum mechanics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Key research themes include numerical stability in DFT, analysis of linear response theory, and efficient implementations of conjugate gradient methods. His recent work explores machine learning applications in canonical sampling and mathematical foundations of Density Matrix Embedding Theory.

Shuang ZhaoView profile

Associate Professor

• Physics-Based Computer Graphics
• Scientific Computing
• Inverse Rendering
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Shuang Zhao is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at UC Irvine, co-directing the Interactive Graphics & Visualization Lab (iGravi). He holds a PhD from Cornell University (2014) and a postdoc at MIT. His research focuses on physics-based computer graphics, scientific computing, and inverse rendering, with applications in material science, biomedicine, and robotics. Zhao's NSF CAREER Award (2023) supports his work on Physics-Based Differentiable and Inverse Rendering, enabling automated 3D reconstruction and medical imaging advancements. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, Cornell University (2014); Postdoc at MIT. Research areas: Inverse rendering, differentiable rendering, Monte Carlo methods, and light transport modeling. Notable projects include Meta's digital twin creation for the Metaverse, non-line-of-sight imaging, and medical imaging applications. His lab develops algorithms for efficient inverse solutions and collaborates with industry (Meta, Nvidia, Adobe). Teaching includes advanced graphics courses like CS 114 and ICS 162. Awards include ACM programming contest championships and Best Paper recognitions. Students supervised include Cheng Zhang (Facebook Fellow), Kai Yan, and Zahra Montazeri. Hobbies include photography and Japanese anime/video games.

Farzad FarajizadehView profile

Research Fellow

• Power Electronic Converters
• Wireless Power Transfer Systems
• Renewable Energy Conversion
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Farzad Farajizadeh is a Research Fellow in Power Engineering at the School of Engineering, The University of Western Australia (UWA). He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Queensland University of Technology (2021), specializing in wireless power transfer systems for dynamic chargers. Previously, he served as a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Queensland, focusing on electromagnetic interference modeling in power electronic systems. His research interests encompass power electronic converters, renewable energy systems, wireless power transfer (WPT), and FACTS technologies. He leads projects on stackable multi-level power electronic modules and has contributed to advancements in dynamic WPT for applications like electric vehicle charging. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable energy and innovation. Farajizadeh has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications, including studies on grid-side current oscillations, EMI mitigation in IPT systems, and control strategies for cascaded multilevel inverters. He is a co-investigator on the ARC-funded Renewable Microgrid Pilot for Gravitational Wave Facilities project, addressing energy resilience in remote infrastructure. His research bridges theoretical analysis and experimental validation, with applications in smart grids, renewable integration, and high-efficiency power systems. Key contributions include novel converter designs for dynamic WPT and harmonic mitigation techniques in parallel grid-tied inverters.

• Personality Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
• Leadership Studies
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Professor Jasmine Vergauwe is a prominent faculty member in the Department of Developmental, Personality and Social Psychology within Ghent University's Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences. Her research bridges personality psychology and organizational behavior, focusing on personality assessment in workplace contexts, leadership dynamics, and maladaptive personality traits. Her research interests primarily center on personality psychology with specializations in dark triad traits , leadership assessment , and maladaptive personality development . She has pioneered methodological innovations in personality measurement, particularly developing the 'Too Little/Too Much' rating scale to detect curvilinear relationships in leadership effectiveness. Her work frequently examines nonlinear effects in personality-behavior relationships, with significant contributions to understanding how narcissism, psychopathy, and other dark traits manifest in workplace settings. Analysis of her publication record reveals strong emphasis on contextualized personality assessment , developmental trajectories of personality pathology , and innovative measurement approaches for detecting optimal levels of personality traits. Her recent work demonstrates increasing focus on translating trait assessments to state-level measurements and examining within-person variability in workplace contexts. 26 co-publications with Bart Wille 22 co-publications with Filip De Fruyt 8 co-publications with Barbara De Clercq 4 co-publications with Fien Heyde (her PhD student) Professor Vergauwe has successfully supervised PhD candidates including Fien Heyde (promoted in 2023), with research focusing on narcissism and leadership. Her work has secured significant research funding through Ghent University's research infrastructure, supporting longitudinal studies on personality development and workplace behavior. She maintains active collaborations with international researchers in organizational psychology and clinical assessment.

Rachel PatzerView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Services Research
• Health Disparities
• Epidemiology
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Rachel Patzer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health. She holds a joint appointment as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Patzer’s research focuses on health disparities, healthcare access, and quality of care, particularly in kidney transplantation and end-stage renal disease. She leads the Health Services Research (HSR) Center, a collaborative initiative between Emory’s departments of Medicine and Surgery, aiming to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based care delivery. Education: PhD, Emory University MPH, Emory University BS, University of Wisconsin-Madison Research Interests include: Disparities in social determinants of health Community-based participatory research Predictive analytics for transplant outcomes Mobile health technology (e.g., iChoose Kidney app) Medication adherence and self-management Healthcare resource utilization Recent Publications highlight work on racial/sex disparities in kidney transplant access, predictive modeling for transplant outcomes, and equity-focused interventions. Her studies appear in high-impact journals like JAMA , Am J Kidney Dis , and Health Affairs . Leadership Roles: Director, HSR Center Chair, UNOS Data Advisory Committee Member, Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients Co-leader of E-STAR surveillance registry Advising & Teaching: Dr. Patzer mentors students and residents in the Departments of Surgery and Medicine, and teaches in Emory’s Master’s in Clinical Research (MSCR) Program.

Anastasia V. SergeevaView profile

Associate Professor

• Technology-mediated organizational change
• Digital transformation of professional work
• Healthcare technology
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Anastasia V. Sergeeva is an Associate Professor at the Knowledge, Information and Innovation Research Group within the School of Business and Economics at VU University Amsterdam. She also holds affiliations with the Amsterdam Business Research Institute and KIN Center for Digital Innovation. Her research focuses on technology-mediated organizational change, professional work transformation, and digital innovations in healthcare settings. Dr. Sergeeva holds a PhD and MSc in Management from St. Petersburg State University. Her research explores how digital technologies reshape workplaces, particularly in healthcare and service industries, with a focus on robotics, AI, and data practices. Notable projects include ethnographic studies of autonomous robots in restaurants and algorithmic hiring systems. She has published in top journals like MIS Quarterly and Journal of Management Inquiry . Received “Above and Beyond” reviewer award (2019) Named Best Associate Editor (2018, 2024) Awarded Best Paper at Academy of Management (2021) Teaching includes courses on digital innovation, qualitative methods, and new ways of working. She leads the Robots at work research project (2022–2027), exploring robotic integration in workplaces. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and healthcare.

Frank BakkerView profile

Research Fellow

• Sport Science
• Sports Psychology
• Performance Evaluation
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Frank Bakker is a Research Fellow affiliated with the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He also holds Visiting Fellow positions at IBBA and AMS - Sports. His work intersects sport science, performance evaluation, and interdisciplinary research in music and sports. Bakker’s research focuses on topics such as athlete development, wellbeing, and performance analysis, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and education. His research interests include performance evaluation methodologies, pilot studies in music and sports, and multi-level systems analysis. He has conducted studies on audition panel dynamics, musician attention under pressure, and student preparation for public performances. His collaborative work spans international networks, particularly in Europe, reflecting his engagement with global research communities. Bakker has authored over 193 publications, including articles and book chapters, and supervised seven PhD theses. His recent work highlights applications of sport science principles to music performance and athlete development. He actively contributes to academic activities such as editorial work for journals and presentations on topics like goal setting and sexual harassment in sports. Notable contributions include a 2023 study on orchestra audition evaluations and a 2015 exploration of elite musicians’ cognitive strategies. His research emphasizes practical applications, bridging theory and real-world performance contexts across disciplines.

Adam BougheyView profile

Lecturer

• Spirituality and spiritual care
• Stress and well-being interventions
• Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness
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Adam Boughey is a full-time Lecturer in Adult Nursing and Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Nursing at the School of Health, Science and Wellbeing, Staffordshire University. He holds dual roles in teaching and research, focusing on spirituality in healthcare and health psychology. Previously, he worked as a Registered Adult Nurse in critical care and community settings, and completed a Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology (DHealthPsy) in 2019. Education: BSc (Hons) Psychology (First-Class, 2011) MSc Health Psychology (Distinction, 2012) DHealthPsy (2019) PgCHPE in Higher Education (Distinction, 2021) Research Interests: Spiritual care education and competency development Meditation and stress interventions Psychological predictors of vaccination uptake Integration of spirituality into nursing practice Awards: Best undergraduate/postgraduate academic performance REF 2021 impact case study rated 3+ for spiritual care innovation Teaching & Leadership: Teaches across nursing and health psychology programs (levels 4-8) Supervised 3 Master’s and 4 doctoral students Sits on School Research Ethics Committee and University Research Leadership Group Collaborations: Co-developed international spiritual care education standards (EPICC project) Co-authored a Springer textbook on spiritual care in nursing

Gary KinchinView profile

Professor

• Sport Education
• Physical Education Teacher Education
• Teacher Education
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Professor Gary Kinchin serves as Dean of the School of Education at Marjon University. He holds a B.Ed (First Class) from the College of St Mark and St John, an MA and PhD in Physical Education Teacher Education from The Ohio State University. His research focuses on Sport Education within physical education, teacher education, and student teacher development. He has extensive experience in teaching across undergraduate to doctoral levels, supervising 20 doctoral students, and examining numerous doctorates. Education: B.Ed (Hons) – College of St Mark and St John MA/PhD – The Ohio State University Research emphasizes practical applications of Sport Education in diverse settings, including primary schools in Ireland and Kuwait, and explores teacher occupational socialization. His work bridges theoretical frameworks like situated learning with classroom practice. Recent studies highlight Sport Education’s impact on student motivation and teacher enthusiasm, particularly in international and community-based contexts. Publications span over two decades, addressing topics like curricular innovation, student teacher expectations, and technology integration in teacher education. He has contributed to international encyclopedias and peer-reviewed journals, with a focus on pedagogical strategies and curriculum development. Advising: Supervised 20 doctoral completions Grants: Not explicitly mentioned in provided text Labs/Teams: Collaborates with international researchers on projects involving teacher education and Sport Education implementation, though specific institutional affiliations are not detailed.

Jake BergenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Anti-racism
• 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion
• Mental health in post-secondary education
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Dr. Jake Bergen (they/them) is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Winnipeg. Their research focuses on anti-racism, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, mental health in post-secondary education, and teacher education. They joined the University of Winnipeg in 2022 after completing their PhD at the University of Ottawa in 2020 and teaching at both the University of Ottawa and the University of Saskatchewan. Education: PhD in Education (University of Ottawa, 2020). Research Interests: Bergen’s work examines intersections of anti-racism, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and social justice in educational contexts, particularly in teacher education. They emphasize practical strategies for fostering inclusive environments and addressing systemic inequities in post-secondary settings. Publications: Their recent work explores themes such as anti-racist pedagogy, mental health disclosure in academia, and global citizenship education. Articles highlight empirical studies on Canadian youth activism and teacher candidate experiences with anti-racist curricula. Teaching: Bergen instructs courses in Curriculum & Instruction, Social Studies education, and Geography at the elementary and senior levels.

Penny BeeView profile

Professor

• Mental Health Services
• Telephone-Delivered CBT
• Patient Experience
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Professor Penny Bee is Chair in Applied Health Research and Director of Research and Innovation at the University of Manchester's School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work. She serves as Deputy Theme Lead for Mental Health in the NIHR ARC Greater Manchester and leads research focused on innovative mental health service delivery models, particularly telephone and remote CBT interventions. Professor Bee graduated from Loughborough University with first class honours in Human Biology (1997) and completed her PhD in reproductive psychology (2001). Her career includes postdoctoral positions at the University of Manchester where she has developed expertise in applied health research relevant to government policy. Her research examines mental health service delivery from user and carer perspectives, with particular focus on accessibility, satisfaction, and barriers to care. Current projects investigate telephone-delivered psychological therapies, mental health in Indonesia, and COVID-19 impacts on social care. She applies systematic reviews, randomized trials, qualitative methods, and mixed-method approaches to complex interventions. Professor Bee's publication output demonstrates consistent focus on optimizing psychological interventions across diverse populations and settings. Recent work explores cross-cultural mental health, digital interventions in Indonesia, caregiver support in autism, and maintaining recovery after low-intensity treatments. Her significant grants include: NIHR PGfAR: Improving telephone-delivered psychological therapies Sustainable Treatment of Anxiety and Depression in Indonesia (Global Health Research Group) NIHR Rapid Evaluation Team REVAL SECURE Study: Social care evaluation of COVID-19 workforce response NIHR Applied Research Collaboration Greater Manchester She teaches evidence-based mental health practice, research methods, and patient-public involvement at postgraduate levels, and currently supervises doctoral projects on anxiety in older adults, psychological wellbeing in students, and engagement in psychological therapies.