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Kate MargetsonView profile

Research Fellow

• Speech-language Pathology
• Bilingual Children
• Speech Sound Disorders
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Kate Margetson is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Charles Sturt University , specializing in speech-language pathology for multilingual populations. Her research focuses on cross-linguistic speech assessment protocols and differential diagnosis of speech sound disorders in Vietnamese-English bilingual children. She contributes to the Rural Health Research Institute and aligns her work with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for health equity. Education: PhD in Speech Assessment Methodologies Clinical Experience: 10+ years supporting multilingual families in Australia and Vietnam Leadership: Director and Academic Coordinator at Trinh Foundation Australia Her research spans speech diagnostics , multilingual accessibility , and global healthcare policy . Recent publications emphasize the inadequacy of English-only assessments and propose standardized protocols like SACHL for multilingual contexts. She collaborates internationally on nano-medicine diagnostics and Australian Indigenous health initiatives. Scientific recognition includes: 2023 Charles Sturt Excellence Award Kate integrates clinical practice with academic research through partnerships like the Kianh Foundation in Vietnam, focusing on improving speech pathology services for underserved communities.

Abigail PearsonView profile

Lecturer

• Disability Rights
• Legal Education
• Human Rights
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Abigail Pearson is a Lecturer in Law at Keele University's School of Law, specializing in disability rights and legal education. Her work focuses on enhancing accessibility within legal academia and broader society, particularly through her concept of 'Assurance of Rightful Access.' She holds a PhD from Keele, exploring barriers faced by disabled students in legal education, and advocates for inclusive pedagogy. Education: Completed a Bachelor's in English Literature at the University of St Andrews, followed by the Common Professional Examination (CPE) in Law, a Master's in Law and Society (focusing on public transport accessibility), and a PhD in Law at Keele University. Research interests center on disability integration in legal systems, human rights frameworks, and policy advocacy. Her recent work examines online brokerage platforms' impact on vulnerable groups and assisted dying legislation implications. She has secured grants for immersive disability training programs and interdisciplinary disability rights collaborations. Awards: Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Media engagements include BBC discussions on mask exemptions for disabled individuals during the pandemic. Teaching roles include modules on Disability and Human Rights, Torts, and outreach programs addressing transport accessibility. Grants include a SEDA research grant for disability training (2019) and KISI funding for the 'Perspective Collective' project, fostering international disability rights discourse through archives and storytelling.

Christina HauptView profile

Lecturer

• Child Language Development
• Multilingualism
• Intercultural Communication
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Christina Haupt is a lecturer and researcher at the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo) at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. She specializes in child language development, speech therapy, intercultural communication, and multilingualism. Her work focuses on supporting multilingual children, particularly those with language disorders, and she has led projects like Sprach-Balou , offering language support to immigrant families. She teaches courses in clinical reasoning, speech therapy, and professional English for healthcare students. Her research interests include the diagnosis and intervention strategies for language disorders in multilingual populations, cultural competence in education, and the integration of Roma students. She has published extensively on these topics and presented at international conferences, including the IALP World Congress and the European Speech and Language Therapy Congress. Haupt holds a MPhil in Communication Sciences from the University of Sheffield and has practical experience as a speech therapist. She actively supervises student theses, with over 50 supervised projects on topics ranging from multilingual interventions to speech therapy techniques. She received the Study-Up Award in 2016 for her supervision of student research on selective mutism. She is a member of professional organizations such as the German Association for Speech Therapy (dbl e.V.) and regularly contributes to workshops on cultural sensitivity in education and healthcare. Her work emphasizes collaborative practice, interprofessional training, and low-threshold support programs for families.

• Special Education
• Physical and Motor Development
• Inclusive Education
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Prof. Marion Wieczorek holds a professorship in Physical and Motor Development at Ludwigsburg University of Education. Her academic roles include coordinating practical training for special education and contributing to bachelor's/master's programs in secondary and European teaching. She is a member of the Scientific Council of Stiftung Leben Pur in Munich and has extensive experience in special education, including research on children with severe disabilities and motor disorders. Her research focuses on inclusive education, pedagogical diagnostics, and developmental support for children with disabilities. Notable works include monographs on severe disability education and numerous articles on motor development, communication support, and curriculum adaptation for students with physical impairments. Education: Studied at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (special education focus), completed a doctorate at University of Koblenz-Landau. Professional experience includes roles as a special education teacher, research assistant at Leipzig University, and interim professorships at Humboldt University Berlin and University of Koblenz-Landau. Research interests emphasize child development in contexts of severe disability, inclusive learning cultures, and pedagogical approaches for children with motor impairments. Recent work explores play-based learning, Pikler methodology for childcare, and home-schooling strategies for children with complex disabilities. Her publications span over 20 years, addressing topics like narrative learning, motor skill development, and communication support for children with disabilities. Professional contributions include: coordinator for practical training programs, advisor on diet standardization (IDDSI) for children with dysphagia, and certified motopedagogue. Her work bridges theory and practice, advocating for participatory education models and trust-based pedagogical approaches.

Laurie A. KeoughView profile

Clinical Professor

• Music Therapy
• Clinical Supervision
• Interprofessional Education
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Laurie A. Keough is a Clinical Professor at the School of Music, Nazareth College, and serves as the Music Therapy Program Director. With a career spanning over a decade at Nazareth since 2009, she specializes in music therapy for neurodevelopmental, acquired neurological, and neurodegenerative disorders, while emphasizing interprofessional collaboration and clinical supervision. Education: B.S. and M.S.Ed. from Nazareth College Her research focuses on integrating music therapy with speech-language pathology for stroke recovery and interprofessional education in clinical settings. She has supervised clinical training for students in on-campus clinics and community partnerships, including international service-learning projects in Nicaragua, Ecuador, South Africa, and Eswatini. The three most recent publications highlight collaborative treatment models, embodied empathy in expressive arts therapy, and group-based dementia care strategies. She also teaches courses in music therapy methods, practicum training, and clinical supervision, fostering student growth through hands-on learning.

H. Russell SearightView profile

Professor

• Psychology
• Public Health
• Medical Ethics
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H. Russell Searight is a Professor at Lake Superior State University (LSSU), affiliated with the School of Kinesiology & Psychology within the College of Health & Emergency Responders. He holds a BA from Butler University, MS and MPH from Saint Louis University, and a Ph.D. from Saint Louis University. His research focuses on cultural influences on health, medical ethics, global health equity, and the intersection of psychology with public policy. He has published extensively on topics like social determinants of health, mental health disparities, and ethical challenges in cross-cultural healthcare. Recent work emphasizes the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals' role in addressing modern slavery and poverty, alongside analyses of cultural factors in end-of-life care and pandemic responses. His studies on refugee health, interpreter-mediated mental healthcare, and the neurochemistry of psychoactive substances highlight interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare equity. Searight also explores educational methodologies, including the use of film in teaching bioethics and psychology. His career spans over four decades, with notable contributions to understanding adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the biopsychosocial model, and the ethical dilemmas of truth-telling in medical practice. He has advised on policy issues relating to healthcare access, primary care psychiatry, and the integration of complementary therapies in pediatric care. Though no formal awards are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained impact in academic and clinical spheres.

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Language Disorders in Children
• Developmental Disabilities
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Moses Nelson is a Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Long Island University (LIU), affiliated with the School of Health Professions. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from City College of New York and a Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology from New York University. B.A., Speech-Language Pathology, City College of New York M.A., Speech-Language Pathology, City College of New York Ph.D., Speech-Language Pathology, New York University His research focuses on applying Piagetian Theory to clinical practice in speech-language pathology and special education, with expertise in language disorders among children with severe developmental disabilities. He co-authored two intervention planning textbooks and consults on treatment for children with Pervasive Developmental Disabilities. Notable contributions include studies on adult cognition and supervision in clinical settings. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical clinical applications in pediatric and adult communication disorders. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His professional activities include advising on preschool interventions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

• Health Disparities
• Quality of Life Measurement
• Sickle Cell Disease
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Jennel C. Osborne serves as Assistant Professor of Nursing and Lead Faculty of Medical Surgical Nursing I at Long Island University's School of Nursing. Her academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and MPhil from Columbia University and B.S.N./M.S.N. from Mercy College, positioning her at the forefront of nursing science for underserved populations. Her research program targets critical health disparities through mixed-methods approaches, with dual focal points: (1) quality-of-life measurement in sickle cell disease among minority youth and families, and (2) opioid use disparities during vaso-occlusive crises. This work consistently centers racial/ethnic minority communities, particularly Latino populations, examining intersections of chronic illness, pain management, and systemic barriers to care. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals escalating pandemic-era focus on COVID-19's impact on chronic disease management, with strong emphasis on telomere-length biomarkers in aging Latino HIV populations and home healthcare worker experiences. Her scholarship demonstrates methodological versatility across qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods designs while maintaining consistent thematic focus on health equity. Fellow, National Dental Association HEALTH NOW Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing As Lead Faculty for Medical Surgical Nursing I, Dr. Osborne shapes clinical training while maintaining an active research program. Her affiliations with Columbia University alumni networks and Eastern Nursing Research Society reflect sustained engagement with national nursing science communities. Current work shows increasing emphasis on pandemic-related health disruptions and biological markers of health disparities. Her research laboratory focuses on community-engaged studies with urban minority populations, particularly leveraging partnerships with NYC-based Latino and sickle cell disease communities. Recent work incorporates telomere analysis and pandemic adaptation frameworks, indicating expansion into molecular epidemiology while maintaining community-centered approaches.

Emily ZaneView profile

Assistant Professor

• Language acquisition and development
• Autism
• Linguistics
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Emily Zane is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at James Madison University (JMU), part of the College of Health Sciences (CHBS). Her research focuses on language acquisition, autism, and developmental language disorders. She holds a Postdoctoral Fellowship from Emerson College and advanced degrees from The Graduate Center, CUNY, and a B.A. from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Zane's work examines linguistic and social communication patterns in autistic individuals, including gaze behavior, pragmatic language use, and discourse processing. Her ReAL Lab (Research in Autism and Language Lab) explores how neurodivergent populations interact with social and linguistic contexts. Recent studies address topics like filler word usage, indirect request comprehension, and the relationship between mentalizing skills and communication. Her publications span 2013–2025, emphasizing neurodivergent communication dynamics and developmental language features. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her research consistently bridges clinical linguistics with cognitive and developmental psychology. Advising and student mentorship are integral to her academic activities.

Mahchid NamaziView profile

Associate Professor

• Developmental Language Disorders
• Bilingualism
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Mahchid Namazi, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Kean University (Union, NJ) within The College of Health Professions and Human Services. She earned her PhD from McGill University in 2010 and has 27 years of clinical experience across three countries. Her expertise spans developmental language disorders in multilingual children, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and interprofessional education. She established the MENA constituency group in 2019 to empower clinicians in Middle East and North Africa regions. Dr. Namazi’s research focuses on bilingual language development, cultural-linguistic diversity in clinical practice, and equity in special education. She serves as a language editor for the Journal of Speech Language Hearing Research and is a coordinating committee member of ASHA’s SIG 14. Her work emphasizes fostering diversity through interdisciplinary collaboration, reflected in programs like the Neuro Allies initiative, an autism specialization track for graduate students. She has received the CJS Editors' Choice Award (2014) for impactful research in surgical outcomes. In teaching, she emphasizes critical thinking and practical application, using clinical case studies to bridge theory and practice. Courses include Speech and Language Development , Bilingual Language Disorders , and Research Design . Her leadership in curriculum development and peer review underscores her commitment to advancing inclusive healthcare practices.

Ziyi HuangView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Trustworthy AI for Reliable, Robust, and Interactive Health
• Machine Learning Theory and Optimization
• Data-Driven Decision-Making
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Ziyi Huang is a machine learning researcher at Bell Labs and an Adjunct Professor in the Biomedical Engineering department at Stevens Institute of Technology. They hold a doctoral degree and completed postdoctoral training at Columbia University under Professor Christine Hendon. Their research focuses on developing trustworthy AI systems for healthcare, machine learning theory, and decision-making under data imperfections. Education: Ph.D. and postdoctoral studies in Electrical Engineering at Columbia University, advised by Prof. Christine Hendon. Research Interests: Huang’s work emphasizes robust, reliable AI for healthcare applications, including proactive medical dialogue systems, medical image analysis, and uncertainty quantification in deep learning. They also explore methods to handle noisy or incomplete data in real-world scenarios. Grant Contributions: Served as Site-PI for NIH R21 and R01 grant submissions, securing over $283K in doctoral fellowships/grants. Awards include the Machine Learning and Systems Rising Star fellowship. Collaboration Opportunities: Actively seeks research partnerships to advance AI-driven healthcare solutions.

• Health Information Systems
• Healthcare Technology Management
• Healthcare Organization
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Claude Sicotte is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management, Evaluation and Health Policy at the School of Public Health, Université de Montréal. He also holds an honorary professorship in the same department and is an affiliated researcher in Management Sciences at the EHESP School of Public Health in France. He has extensive experience in healthcare management and policy, with a focus on the implementation of health information technologies and their impact on clinical practices and healthcare systems. Education Bachelor of Business Administration, HEC Montréal (1974) M.Sc. in Health Administration, Université de Montréal (1976) Ph.D. in Public Health (Healthcare Organization), Université de Montréal (1989) Postdoctoral Studies, Department of Health Policy and Management, Harvard University (1990) Research Interests Dr. Sicotte’s research focuses on strategies for introducing health information technologies (HIT) in healthcare organizations, evaluating their impact on professional practices, organizational structures, and healthcare performance. He also explores the use of shared electronic patient records across healthcare institutions and their role in transforming primary and hospital care. Publications & Contributions His work spans telemedicine, electronic prescribing systems, and health information exchange, with publications in journals like International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health , BMC Public Health , and Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association . His recent studies highlight innovations in global health strategies and pediatric telepractice. Awards & Affiliations He is a member of the Quebec Network for Public Health Research (RRSPQ), holds the Chair in « Prospective en Santé » at EHESP (since 2017), and serves on editorial boards for Healthcare Policy (Canada) and Journal de gestion et d’économie médicales (France). Advising & Grants Dr. Sicotte has supervised multiple doctoral and master’s students, focusing on topics like telemedicine in remote areas, healthcare performance evaluation, and organizational collaboration. His research has been supported by grants from various institutions, including the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and strategic initiatives at Université de Montréal. Labs & Teams He collaborates with the Institut du Management (IdM) at EHESP and the Harvard University’s Department of Health Policy and Management, contributing to interdisciplinary teams advancing healthcare innovation and policy.

Brian RayView profile

Clinical Professor

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Communication Disorders
• Clinical Practice
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Brian Ray serves as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Wichita State University's College of Health Professions, where he maintains an active clinical practice and teaching role at the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic in the Hughes Metropolitan Complex. His clinical expertise spans Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Disorders with specific focus on neurogenic communication impairments and pediatric speech development. As a Clinical Professor, he bridges academic instruction with hands-on clinical supervision, emphasizing evidence-based practice in diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for diverse patient populations. Dr. Ray operates from room 175B of the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic (Entrance T), providing direct patient care while mentoring future clinicians through structured clinical rotations. His work environment integrates classroom theory with real-world application in a university-affiliated healthcare setting.

• Speech Sound Disorders
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Multilingualism in Clinical Practice
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Susan Lloyd is a Lecturer in the Speech and Hearing Sciences Division at Queen Margaret University (QMU) , joining the institution in 2019. With over 20 years of experience as a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), she previously worked in Glasgow as a Community Paediatric SLT for 14 years and served as a Clinical Tutor at the University of Strathclyde for 8 years. Certifications: Certified Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (CertMRCSLT), Registered SLT with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPCReg) Education: Holds an undergraduate degree in English Language, leading to qualification as an SLT from the University of Newcastle. Her research focuses on speech sound disorders , particularly through the adaptation of the Phonetic Placement and Stimulability Assessment (PPSA) for non-English languages. She has contributed extensively to studies on ultrasound visual biofeedback in speech therapy, voice disorder evaluation post-airway surgery, and phonetic transcription reliability in cleft lip/palate cases. Her Google Scholar publications highlight expertise in: Ultrasound imaging for diagnosing articulation disorders Clinical outcomes of laryngotracheal reconstruction Interdisciplinary collaboration in SLT service development She became a Fellow of Advance HE in 2024 and supports student clinical skills development as part of QMU's placement team.

• Aboriginal health
• Culturally secure rehabilitation services
• Cross-cultural communication
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Professor Beth Armstrong is a leading academic in Speech Pathology and Rural Health, serving as Director of Edith Cowan University's University Department of Rural Health South West (UDRH SW). Her roles include strengthening rural health workforce development through clinical placements and leading multidisciplinary research in Aboriginal health and brain injury rehabilitation. She holds a PhD (Macquarie University, 1997) and MA (1988). Her research focuses on culturally secure healthcare for Indigenous Australians, cross-cultural communication in healthcare, and aphasia rehabilitation. Key projects include the Healing Right Way Trial enhancing Aboriginal brain injury services and the Very Early Rehabilitation in Speech (VERSE) trial for stroke survivors. She has secured over $10M in grants and published 138+ peer-reviewed works. Armstrong leads national initiatives like the Australian Traumatic Brain Injury Initiative, aiming to standardize outcome measures. Awards include Fellow of the Speech Pathology Association of Australia. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy, and Indigenous cultural needs, emphasizing equity in neurorehabilitation.