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Nigel Lloyd is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, affiliated with the School of Life and Medical Sciences and the Department of Psychology, Sport and Geography. He works within the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) funded Public Health Intervention Responsiveness Studies Team (PHIRST) and the Public Health and Applied Behaviour Change Laboratory. With over 25 years of experience as a social science researcher, he specializes in community-focused research and evaluation aimed at bringing positive outcomes for underserved communities. Lloyd's research focuses on impact measurement, community-focused evaluation, and health promotion programs. His expertise spans services for children and families, workplace wellbeing initiatives, and community-based multi-agency programs. Recent work includes research to help organizations understand staff and organizational experiences of racism and support anti-racist organizational development. His methodological strengths include realist evaluation and community-based participatory action research. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on public health interventions, particularly workplace wellbeing in SMEs, green health prescriptions in Scotland, and adaptations to exercise referral schemes during the pandemic. His work employs mixed methods approaches, emphasizing community engagement and impact measurement across diverse settings including Scotland, Wales, and various English communities. Lloyd has led or contributed to numerous significant projects including the National evaluation of workplace health and wellbeing initiatives that are free at the point of use (WHIFPUs), ELBOW (Evaluation of Live Life Better Derbyshire Health Checks), GRAPPEL (Green Health Prescription Evaluation), and the Southampton Covid Participatory Action Research and Champions initiative Evaluation (CoPACT). These projects typically involve collaboration with multiple stakeholders across public and third sector organizations. Beginning his career conducting psychological research and teaching undergraduates, Lloyd co-founded a research organization in 2006 specializing in impact measurement. He has conducted over 60 social research and evaluation projects with public and third sector organizations. Previous roles include four years at Birkbeck College, University of London with the National Evaluation of Sure Start, six years as an Analytical Associate with the UK Department for Education, and a Research Fellow position at City, University of London on the Burdett Trust Early Career Nurse Retention and Burnout Project.

• Public Health
• Community-focused Research and Evaluation
• Impact Measurement
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Sanna Ilonen is a University Teacher in Entrepreneurship at the University of Turku , specifically within the Turku School of Economics . She leads the academic program in International Management and Entrepreneurship and serves on the Teaching Skills Committee. Her roles include overseeing educational development at faculty, programme, and unit levels, alongside active participation in editorial boards and conference organizing. Education: D.Sc. (Bus & Econ) from the University of Turku. Teaching: Completed pedagogical training (60 ECTS) in 2018 with an excellent evaluation, emphasizing reflective and critical approaches to entrepreneurship education. Research focuses on entrepreneurship education in higher education , including critical perspectives, intrapreneurship, and practitioner integration. Key interests also include the well-being and challenges of entrepreneurs. She has published in journals like International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour & Research and Industry & Higher Education , and presented at international conferences such as RENT and ICSB. Her work explores themes like entrepreneurial learning environments, live case methods in teaching, and the role of 'Entrepreneur in Residence' initiatives. She also serves as an editor for Edward Elgar Publishing and guest editor for Journal of Professional and Vocational Education . Awards and grants: None explicitly mentioned, but her contributions include editorial roles and conference leadership. Labs/Teams: Involved in academic networks through editorial boards, conference organizing (e.g., National Entrepreneurship Education Conference 2023), and advisory roles like the HAPI project.

• Entrepreneurship Education
• Higher Education
• Intrapreneurship
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John Hill is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the Hertfordshire Business School, University of Hertfordshire. Previously, he served as an economist at Ireland’s National Competitiveness Council and Forfás, a government advisory agency. His work bridges academic research and policy analysis, with a focus on labor markets and program evaluation. His research interests include Labour Market Policy , Programme Evaluation , and Quantitative Social Science , alongside teaching specialisms in Labour Economics and Microeconomics . He critically examines topics like policy effectiveness, market-driven employment services, and the impact of economic interventions on poverty reduction. John’s articles highlight trends in evaluating labor market programs, such as the British Work Programme’s marketization, fiscal austerity effects on poverty, and industrial support policy in Thailand. His contributions reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary analysis, often combining empirical methods with policy design critiques. He has no listed scientific awards but remains active in collaborative research through the Organisation, Markets and Policy Research Group , exploring organizational and market dynamics within public policy contexts.

• Labour Economics
• Public Policy
• Program Evaluation
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Shuo Li is a Professor in the Department of Macromolecular Engineering at ETH Zürich, Switzerland. His research focuses on innovative biomaterials, bioelectronic systems, and implantable medical devices. Key areas include bioresorbable materials for transient electronics, flexible/stretchable sensors, and soft robotics applications. His work integrates materials science with biomedical engineering to address challenges in tissue integration, real-time diagnostics, and programmable drug delivery. Recent projects emphasize wireless implantable sensors for continuous monitoring of physiological parameters such as blood flow, oxygen saturation, and pH levels in surgical flaps and organ grafts. He has pioneered 3D shape-morphing displays using liquid metal actuators and developed self-healing elastomeric switches for haptic interfaces. His research spans biomaterial synthesis, optoelectronics, and additive manufacturing of soft materials. Publications highlight advancements in bioresorbable platforms for drug delivery, light-controlled actuation systems, and optical probes for in vivo pharmacology. His interdisciplinary approach bridges material design, device fabrication, and clinical applications, with a focus on translating lab innovations into practical medical solutions. Advising and grants: No specific advisees or grant details listed in the provided text. However, his extensive publication record indicates active collaboration with research groups in bioelectronics, soft robotics, and biomedical engineering. Labs/Teams: Likely affiliated with ETH's Macromolecular Engineering lab and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in materials science, robotics, and medical device development.

• Materials Science
• Bioelectronics
• Biomedical Engineering
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Helena Legido-Quigley is an Associate Professor at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS). She holds a BSc in Sociology from the University of Barcelona/Reading, an MSc in Policy Studies from the University of Edinburgh, and a PhD from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). Her career includes roles as Research Fellow and Lecturer at LSHTM, and she previously managed an AIDS Programme in South Africa. Her research focuses on health systems strengthening, chronic disease management, and the impact of austerity on healthcare. Key areas include global health architecture (e.g., AIDS response in Southeast Asia), migrant healthcare experiences, and policy implementation in conflict zones like South Sudan. She investigates hypertension prevention in Colombia and evaluates cross-border healthcare challenges in Europe and Spain. Her publications span The Lancet , BMJ , and PLOS Medicine , addressing themes like UK global health contributions, telemedicine barriers, and the erosion of universal healthcare in Spain under austerity. Her work bridges policy analysis with qualitative studies on patient experiences and healthcare equity. Legido-Quigley’s research underscores the interplay between economic policies, health systems, and population health outcomes. She advocates for evidence-based approaches to healthcare access, particularly for marginalized groups including migrants and retirees abroad.

• Global Health
• Health Systems Research
• Health Policy
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Marcus Specht is a Professor affiliated with Delft University of Technology and Leiden University, Netherlands. His research focuses on Educational Technology, Learning Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence in Education. He has contributed to projects involving agent-based social skills training, hybrid intelligence for cognitive process analysis, and computational thinking assessment in higher education. His work spans mobile learning, collaborative learning analytics, and gamification in MOOCs. He collaborates extensively with researchers like Marco Kalz, Roland Klemke, and Hendrik Drachsler. Notable contributions include the Presentation Trainer for public speaking feedback and the DojoIBL platform for inquiry-based learning. His research emphasizes multimodal learning systems, including AR/VR applications and sensor-based training tools. He explores the integration of AI into educational platforms, as seen in projects like JELAI and the ARTES architecture for social skills training.

• Educational Technology
• Learning Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
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Rui Trindade is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences (FPCEUP), University of Porto, and an integrated member of the Centre for Research and Intervention in Education (CIIE). He co-chairs the Pedagogical Teaching and Innovation research group and the Evaluation and Public Policies in Education strategic area at CIIE. He serves as the Portuguese representative on the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation (CERI) Governing Board and chairs the Scientific-Pedagogical Council for Continuing Education at the Ministry of Education. He has advised on national education policies, including the National Curricular and Organisational Flexibility Programme. Education: PhD in Education Sciences (2004), FPCEUP Agregação (Habilitation) in Education Sciences (2020), FPCEUP Psychology Degree (1991), FPCEUP Research focuses on pedagogical innovation, curriculum studies, higher education pedagogy, and teacher training. Notable projects include: "Digital Platforms in School Clusters' Educational Management" (2018–2022), exploring ICT’s role in school clusters. "eSGarden" (2019–2022), promoting sustainability through school gardens. "Equity through PISA" (2021–2023), analyzing educational disparities. Advising/Grants: Principal investigator on multiple projects funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) and the European Commission. Active in guiding interdisciplinary research teams and policy development. Labs/Teams: Leads CIIE and OBVIE (Observatory of Life in Schools), fostering collaborative educational research and policy impact.

• Pedagogical Innovation
• Curriculum Studies
• Higher Education Pedagogy
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Giorgos Charalambous is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the Department of Politics and Governance, University of Nicosia. He specializes in comparative European politics, political sociology, party politics, and critical political economy. His research focuses on southern Europe, particularly Greece and Cyprus, analyzing topics such as political ideologies, mobilization, and the domestic impacts of European integration. Charalambous holds a PhD from the University of Manchester and has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Cyprus, Peace Research Institute Oslo, and European University Cyprus. He currently serves as Book Reviews Editor for The Cyprus Review and coordinates the Communism Specialist Group of the Political Studies Association (PSA). He is also a member of the Leventis Foundation Research and Innovation Programme advisory board at the Hellenic Observatory, LSE. His research interests span far-right movements in Cyprus, radical left parties' responses to crises, and the sociopolitical effects of economic crises in southern Europe. He has published extensively on topics like party competition, Euroscepticism, and the role of communist parties in European integration. His work often intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and strong institutions. Charalambous' recent publications include analyses of ideological shifts during crises, far-right political trajectories in Cyprus, and the impact of pandemic policies on citizenship and border regimes. He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and academic reports, showcasing his expertise in comparative politics and policy analysis.

• Comparative European Politics
• Political Sociology
• Party Politics
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Živko Bojović is affiliated with Singidunum University, holding a doctoral degree in Telecommunications and Signal Processing from the University of Novi Sad. His career includes roles as an engineer and manager in telecommunications companies like Telekom Srbija and PTT Serbia. He has extensive experience in academic publishing, with monographs on network technologies and textbooks on software-defined networking (SDN) and IoT applications. His research focuses on cybersecurity, machine learning applications in healthcare, smart government systems, and network virtualization. Education: PhD in Telecommunications (2011), Postgraduate studies in Telecommunications (2000-2001), Bachelor’s in Electronics with Telecommunications (1986-1992). He also completed high school in Peć with a mathematical focus. Research Interests: He explores advanced networking technologies including SDN, 5G/6G networks, IoT security, and educational technology innovations. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in healthcare diagnostics and public sector digitization. Recent studies include applying machine learning to predict thrombosis and thyroid cancer metastasis, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. His articles collectively highlight trends in smart systems (e.g., government services, energy grids) and network security, with frequent contributions to journals like Computer Applications in Engineering Education and Journal of Network and Systems Management . The Wiley Top Cited Article award (2020-2021) recognizes his impactful work on rapid transition to distance learning during crises. Prof. Bojović holds IEEE membership and sits on editorial boards for journals like Inventi Impact: Software Engineering . He actively participates in EU Horizon projects focusing on 6G privacy and smart city analytics.

• Computer Networks
• Telecommunications
• Machine Learning
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Dr. Deborah McFarland is an Associate Professor at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, affiliated with both the Department of Health Policy and Management and the Hubert Department of Global Health. Her work focuses on health policy, health financing, and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), with extensive involvement in global health initiatives such as the World Health Organization's NTD programs. She has held key roles in organizations like APOC and the Mectizan Expert Committee. Dr. McFarland earned a PhD in strategic management and industrial organization economics, an MSc from the London School of Economics, and multiple MPH degrees. Education includes a PhD from the University of Tennessee, an MPH from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and an MSc from the London School of Economics. She has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the ASPPH Teaching Excellence Award (2017) and Emory’s highest teaching honor, the Emory Williams Award. Her research emphasizes community-based approaches to NTD control, health systems strengthening, and the ethical and economic dimensions of public health resource allocation. She leads programs like the Foege Fellowship and the Global Field Experience Program, fostering global health education. Dr. McFarland is also involved in initiatives such as the International Religious Health Assets Programme (IRHAP) and the iCHORD research group, focusing on community health outcomes. Recent publications highlight cost-effectiveness analyses of NTD interventions, resilience of community drug distributors, and programmatic impacts on health systems. Her work underscores the importance of integrating NTD control with broader health system goals and leveraging religious and community assets for health promotion.

• Global Health
• Health Economics
• Neglected Tropical Diseases
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Jennifer Hellier is a Research Fellow (Statistician) at King’s College London, affiliated with the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and the Department of Biostatistics & Health Informatics within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. Her work focuses on improving clinical trial methodology, statistical analysis, and stratified medicine approaches. Education: Bachelor of Science in Physiology, University of Liverpool (2004) Master of Science in Medical Statistics, University of Leicester (2009) PhD in Biostatistics, King’s College London (NIHR Doctoral Research Fellowship recipient) Research Interests: Statistical design and analysis of clinical trials Life course epidemiology Mechanism-based approaches in stratified medicine Moderation analysis in treatment response Expertise: Clinical trial steering committees Data monitoring committees Collaboration with NIHR BRC Methodology Patient and Public Involvement group Notable Projects: Modelling Treatment Mechanism for Stratified Medicine in Randomised Clinical Trials (2015–2021) TEAMS Programme: Mental Health First Aid in Schools (2014–2019) SUEDE Study on Employment Support for Mental Health Patients (2014–2018) Labs/Teams: Member of the Trials Methodology Research Group, dedicated to enhancing clinical trial design and analysis for healthcare decision-making.

• Clinical trials methodology
• Improving clinical trial efficiency
• Statistical design and analysis of clinical trials
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Laura Camfield is Professor and Head of the Department of International Development at King's College London. She leads interdisciplinary research focused on wellbeing measurement, mixed methods approaches, and ethical frameworks in international development. Her work encompasses £1M+ in research funding from ESRC and DfID, with extensive publications including 72 peer-reviewed articles and 4 books. Research interests center on poverty alleviation, child/adolescent development in the Global South, and ethical research practices. Current projects include the Gender and Adolescence Global Evidence (GAGE) programme and qualitative evaluation methodologies. Teaching includes Advanced Qualitative Methods at MSc level. PhD supervision covers children/young people, poverty research, and wellbeing measurement. Current doctoral students investigate counter-terrorism policies in Bangladesh and pandemic ethnography in Vietnam.

• International Development
• Subjective Well-being
• Mixed Methods Research
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Dr. Marta Vallejo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University. She also serves as Programme Director for the Graduate Apprenticeship in Data Science. Previously, she held a tenure-track Research Fellow position in biomedical signal/image processing and was Head of AI at ClearSky Medical Diagnostics Ltd. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has contributed to EU-funded projects in Spain. Education: PhD in Computational Intelligence and Predictive Modelling MSc in Artificial Intelligence Her research focuses on machine learning and evolutionary algorithms applied to healthcare, specifically neurodegenerative diseases (Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, ALS) and cancer. Key projects include developing AI-driven clinical assessments, biomarker detection platforms, and image co-registration systems using deep learning. She leads the ML-Healthcare group and collaborates with ClearSky MD and the Proteus project. Her work emphasizes translating academic research into clinical tools, such as virtual staining techniques and wearable tremor monitoring devices. In public engagement, she organizes initiatives like Rubbish Robots (recycled materials for robotics) and contributes to events like the UK-RAS Robot Lab Live. She has received awards for research culture and outward-looking collaborations, including the Spirit of Heriot-Watt Awards 2017 and the 2024 Research Culture Recognition Award. Grants & Leadership: Principal Investigator: Neuro BioMark (EPSRC IAA) Co-Investigator: Lung Cancer Registration (Cancer Research UK) Successfully secured 96,432 GPU hours via EPSRC for high-performance computing Organized EvoStar workshops and led the SPECIES society for evolutionary computation She hosts educational programs at the Robotic Assisted Living Testbed, introducing students to robots like Pepper and Tiago. Her research also aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing healthcare technologies and promoting STEM education.

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Evolutionary Algorithms
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Eleni Epiphaniou is an Assistant Professor in Health Psychology at the European University Cyprus , affiliated with the School of Humanities, Social and Education Sciences and the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences . She has held previous academic roles including a Part-Time Lecturer at Open University Cyprus (2016-2018) and Programme Coordinator at City Unity College (2015-2017). PhD in Health Psychology (University of Surrey, 2009) MSc in Health Psychology (University of Surrey, 2005) BSc in Psychology (University of Cyprus, 2004) Her research focuses on self-management support for chronic conditions , care coordination in advanced illness , and implementation science . She has conducted systematic reviews and meta-reviews on hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and post-stroke care. Her work emphasizes evidence-based interventions and development of implementation standards (e.g., StaRI guidelines). Recent research trends include technology-assisted health interventions , vaccine hesitancy determinants , and psychosocial support for caregivers . She has collaborated with institutions like NICHS and King's College Hospital , and contributed to training programs for healthcare professionals in Cyprus.

• Health Psychology
• Self-Management Support
• Chronic Disease Management
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Nicholas Nisbett is Professorial Fellow at the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) and Professor of Global Public Policy, Nutrition and Health Equity at the University of Sussex. With over 20 years of international development experience, he focuses on food and nutrition policy, equity, and political economy across South Asia, West Africa, and global policy arenas. His research spans: Nutrition equity and political economy of agri-food systems Social protection mechanisms for poverty reduction Urban food environments and off-grid infrastructure Sustainable healthy diets through fruits/vegetables Trade policy alignment with development goals Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal consistent emphasis on systemic inequalities in food systems, with growing attention to urban contexts, governance mechanisms, and policy coherence. His work bridges academic research and actionable policy through UN initiatives like the Global Nutrition Report and Food Systems Summit+4. Nisbett leads major international projects including the World Food Programme Knowledge Partnership, FRESH (Fruits and Vegetables for Sustainable Healthy Diets), and LOGIC (Living Off-Grid Food and Infrastructure Collaboration), targeting nutrition security for marginalized urban populations across five cities in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. As co-editor of the IDS Bulletin on food political economy and contributor to the UN Committee on Food Security’s High Level Panel of Experts, he drives interdisciplinary collaboration connecting nutrition science, public policy, urban studies, and political economy to transform inequitable food systems.

• Food Systems
• Nutrition Policy
• Health Equity
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