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Ira GoldsteinView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Science Education
• Medical Informatics
• Natural Language Processing
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Ira Goldstein serves as Associate Professor at Siena University (formerly Siena College), having progressed from Visiting Assistant Professor (2013-2016) to Assistant Professor (2016-2020) before his current appointment. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and MBA from the University at Albany, complemented by post-doctoral work at MIT CSAIL and University at Albany. His educational background features: Ph.D. from SUNY at Albany Master of Business Administration from University at Albany Goldstein's research bridges computer science education and medical informatics. He pioneers problem-based learning techniques for introductory CS courses, emphasizing real-world command-line applications and student engagement. His medical informatics work applies natural language processing to clinical text analysis, including smoking status identification and obesity prediction. Recent scholarship integrates mindfulness practices into emotional intelligence education for online and in-person learning environments, reflecting his commitment to holistic student development. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on CS pedagogy (70% of recent works) with medical NLP as a secondary thread. His educational research consistently addresses practical implementation challenges, while medical studies demonstrate methodological rigor in clinical text mining. Both strands share emphasis on real-world applicability, mirroring his teaching philosophy of connecting theory to practice. Key recognitions include: Upsilon Pi Epsilon Computer Science Honor Society (2017) SAANYS Leadership and Support Award (2007) Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honor Society (2004) Goldstein mentors students through course-based projects and develops high school CS teacher programs via university-school partnerships. His grant activity focuses on educational outreach initiatives, particularly the model for connecting colleges with local high schools. He actively contributes to conferences like SIGCSE and AMIA, translating research into practical teaching frameworks. As an engaged community member, he participates in Siena's academic ecosystem through committee work and innovative course development, maintaining his philosophy that learning requires active application beyond passive knowledge reception.

• Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Clinical Medicine
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Prof. Dr. ASİYE RENGİN AHISKALI serves as a faculty member at Eastern Mediterranean University's Faculty of Medicine through the joint medical degree program with Marmara University, Istanbul. Her institutional email is asiye.ahiskali@emu.edu.tr. Her educational background includes a PhD in Medicine from Istanbul University (1984) followed by specialization/expertise training at the same institution (1992). As a Professor in the medical faculty, her work contributes to the academic and clinical training programs at the university. The Faculty of Medicine at Eastern Mediterranean University operates with a curriculum that includes Introduction to Clinical Skills (ICS) and Problem Based Learning (PBL) components. The medical program maintains affiliation with Marmara University Hospital, providing clinical training opportunities for students under supervision of faculty members like Prof. Ahıskalı.

Nyree MyattView profile

Lecturer

• Biochemistry
• Oncology
• Immunology
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Dr. Nyree Myatt is a Lecturer in Biochemistry at the Institute of Health Sciences Education within Queen Mary University of London's Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, where she has taught since 2020. She serves as co-module lead for MET1, MET2, and DMG (Digestion, Metabolism and Growth) in the MBBS program, delivers biochemistry lectures, and acts as a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) tutor for first/second-year students. Her academic responsibilities include senior tutoring for Year 2 students, MEDPRO tutoring, principal internal examination for graduate entry programs, chairing the iBSc Pre-Hospital Medicine exam board, and serving as IHSE library representative. Her research spans biochemistry, oncology (uveal melanoma, Fanconi Anemia), virology (orf virus), and medical education. Prior research includes post-doctoral work at UCL's Institute of Ophthalmology (uveal melanoma) and St George’s Hospital Medical School (Fanconi Anemia). Educational research focuses on assessment methods and student support systems. Degrees include: BSc in Biochemistry & Pharmacology (Leeds University) MSc in Experimental Pathology (Dundee University) PhD in Cytokine mRNA Expression (University of Edinburgh) PGCE (Greenwich University) Her 15 most recent publications demonstrate evolving research foci: early work (1994-2004) centered on ocular oncology and virology mechanisms, while recent outputs (2020-2023) transition to medical education innovation. Awards include no listed scientific honors. Teaching and student support includes developing interventions for repeating medical students and implementing online proctoring systems. No specific research grants or laboratory affiliations are detailed.

• Medical Education
• Problem-Based Learning
• Student Selected Components
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Dr. Joanne M Burke serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Undergraduate Medical School at the University of Glasgow's School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing. Her academic career spans over two decades with current responsibilities centered on medical education innovation and curriculum development for undergraduate medical students. Dr. Burke's research primarily investigates student-centered learning methodologies, with particular expertise in Student Selected Components (SSC) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL). She examines assessment consistency in SSC implementation, facilitator training for PBL, and the integration of digital tools like PeerWise and virtual patient applications. Her work addresses critical challenges in balancing student autonomy with curriculum standards while enhancing clinical reasoning and collaborative skills through innovative pedagogical approaches. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a strategic shift from early rheumatology research toward comprehensive medical education scholarship. Her recent work demonstrates sophisticated understanding of curriculum alignment with GMC outcomes, international educational comparisons, and technology-enhanced learning solutions that address contemporary challenges in medical training. No major scientific awards or fellowships are documented in the available records. Dr. Burke actively mentors junior colleagues and students through collaborative research projects, evidenced by her extensive co-authorship network. She secured significant external funding through an Arthritis Research UK grant (2004-2008) for 'Training the trainers of the future,' focusing on developing educational capacity among medical faculty. As a core contributor to the University of Glasgow's medical education research community, she participates in curriculum design initiatives and faculty development programs that shape the institution's pedagogical approach to undergraduate medical training.

Carol A DitchfieldView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Problem-based learning
• Medical assessment
• Standard setting methods
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Dr Carol A Ditchfield serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Undergraduate Medical School at the University of Glasgow's School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing. She holds the critical position of Head of Assessment for the MBChB course and chairs the MBChB Assessment Committee, while also representing the institution in the Medical Schools Council Assessment Alliance (MSC-AA). Her educational background includes a Biochemistry degree from the University of Aberdeen (1988), a PhD in DNA methylation and Virology from the University of Glasgow (1992), a PGCE from the University of Strathclyde, and an M.Ed. in academic practice (2007). Ditchfield's research focuses on innovative medical education methodologies, particularly problem-based learning (PBL) and assessment systems. Her work examines standard setting methods, multiple choice question design, and the integration of educational technology in medical training. She has pioneered the implementation of PBL curriculum at Glasgow since 1996 and continues to lead assessment innovation in medical education. Her publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to medical education literature, with recent work exploring AI integration in medical curricula, OSCE adaptations during the pandemic, and comparative analyses of standard setting methodologies. These publications reveal a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated assessment systems and the adaptation of medical education to technological advancements and global challenges. University of Glasgow Teaching Excellence award (as part of curriculum development team) Senior Fellow Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Ditchfield leads the MBChB1 examination as Assessment Lead while facilitating PBL sessions in year 1 of the medical curriculum. She delivers lectures on PBL methodology, academic writing skills, and assessment techniques, while providing continuing professional development on MCQ writing and standard-setting. Her work bridges theoretical educational frameworks with practical implementation in medical training environments.