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• Maintenance Management
• Industrial Information Systems
• Digital Transformation
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Mirka Kans is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Linnaeus University (formerly Växjö University), where she has taught since 2000. Her academic journey includes an MSc in Computer Science (2003), a PhD (2008), and Associate Professorship (2013). She specializes in data and IT requirements for maintenance management, digital transformation in industry, and engineering education development. Education: MSc (2003), PhD (2008), Associate Professor (2013) Research Groups: Smart Industry Group (SIG), Mechanical Engineering Her research spans digital transformation , condition monitoring , and STEM education equity . She leads the HUG project on sustainable gravel road maintenance and has completed initiatives like the Future Industrial Services Management and STEM education projects. She actively applies the CDIO educational framework and focuses on student-centered learning. Mirka’s recent publications emphasize data-driven maintenance (2024), service business models in railways (2023), and cloud-based gravel road systems (2020). Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches from computer science and mechanical engineering to address industry challenges. She contributes to pedagogical innovation through remote laboratories (2020), flipped classroom STEM education (2021), and interdisciplinary master's programs (2020). Her collaborations with industry and academic partners underscore a commitment to practical, sustainable solutions.

Christine RobitschekView profile

Associate Professor

• Personal Growth Initiative
• Counseling Psychology
• Mental Health
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Christine Robitschek, Ph.D., serves as an Associate Professor within the Department of Psychological Sciences at Texas Tech University, where she has established herself as a leading researcher in Personal Growth Initiative (PGI) theory and application. Her work bridges counseling psychology with mental health practice through rigorous theoretical development and cross-cultural validation. Her academic foundation includes: Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota - Minneapolis (1993) Dr. Robitschek's research program centers on Personal Growth Initiative as a multidimensional construct influencing mental health outcomes. She has pioneered the development of the Personal Growth Initiative Scale-II and Intentional Growth Training interventions, while systematically examining PGI's role in trauma recovery, identity formation, and multicultural contexts. Her Cultural Lens Approach provides critical frameworks for evaluating cultural validity in psychological research, demonstrating how intentional growth processes interact with cultural identity to shape well-being across diverse populations. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent thematic evolution from foundational scale development (2009-2012) toward complex applications in trauma contexts (2013-2016) and cross-cultural validation. Recent work increasingly examines PGI as a mediator between cultural factors and mental health outcomes, with growing emphasis on military populations and posttraumatic growth mechanisms. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. While Dr. Robitschek has historically mentored graduate researchers as evidenced by her extensive collaborative publications, she has formally announced she will no longer accept new students. Information regarding specific research grants was not included in the available documentation. Her research operations are conducted through a dedicated laboratory facility in ENG 109, where her team continues to investigate the clinical applications of PGI theory and refine measurement methodologies for diverse populations.

Nicola HodgesView profile

Professor

• Motor Learning
• Sport Psychology
• Skill Acquisition
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Nicola Hodges serves as Professor and Associate Director of Graduate Affairs in the School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Education, at the University of British Columbia. Her research integrates sport psychology and behavioral neuroscience to investigate motor skill development, with expertise in action anticipation, observational learning, and coaching science. She actively supervises graduate students in Kinesiology MA, MSc, and PhD programs while leading the Motor Skills Lab and collaborating with the Origins of Balance Deficits and Falls Research cluster. Hodges' research examines cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying motor learning through experimental paradigms in soccer, baseball, and swimming. Key interests include visual-kinesthetic motor imagery interactions , error-based observational learning , and individual differences in imagery ability . Her work reveals how practice structure, diversity, and prediction errors influence skill acquisition, with implications for optimizing coaching strategies and rehabilitation protocols. Current projects explore aphantasia's impact on motor cognition and handedness effects in sport anticipation. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate methodological innovation using eye-tracking, neurophysiological measures, and sport-specific tasks. Her research consistently addresses the interdependence of visual and kinesthetic representations during learning, with growing focus on real-world applications in youth sports development and clinical voice disorders. No specific scientific awards are listed in her current profile, though her extensive publication record indicates significant scholarly impact. Hodges currently supervises PhD candidate Carrie Peters (researching motor system involvement in action observation) and expresses strong interest in interdisciplinary collaborations, undergraduate research mentorship, and cluster-based grant partnerships. Her supervisory approach emphasizes purposeful practice frameworks and perceptual-cognitive skill development. She directs the Motor Skills Lab at UBC's War Memorial Gymnasium, conducting behavioral and neurophysiological research on motor control. Her affiliations include the Origins of Balance Deficits and Falls Research cluster and UBC's Exercise, Kinesiology and Health Seminar series, reflecting commitment to translational research and academic community engagement.

Jacqueline SinView profile

Professor

• Mental Health Nursing
• Psychosocial Interventions
• Digital Health
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Dr. Jacqueline Sin is a Professor of Mental Health Nursing at City, University of London, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences and Division of Nursing. With a clinical background as a mental health nurse, she integrates research, education, and NHS practice to develop evidence-based interventions for severe mental illness. Her work emphasizes digital health innovations and family/carer support, particularly in psychosis. Education: PhD in Health Studies Research (King’s College London) MSc Nursing (King’s College London) BSc(Hons) Mental Health Nursing (University of Manchester) BSc Nursing (La Trobe University) Specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy Research Interests: Jacqueline’s research focuses on co-designing digital tools (e.g., COPe-support) to improve mental health outcomes for marginalized groups. She investigates trauma-informed care, cultural adaptations of interventions, and the role of public involvement in service development. Her work spans psychosocial interventions, global mental health disparities, and the impact of crises like COVID-19 on vulnerable populations. Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2022–2025) highlight a shift toward digital mental health solutions, cultural competency in trauma care, and meta-analyses of global mental health challenges. Dominant themes include eHealth efficacy, caregiver support in psychosis, and innovative therapies for neurodiverse populations. Awards and Honors: NIHR Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowships Elsevier Outstanding Thesis Prize NIHR CRN, McPin and MQ Involvement Award (2020) Grants and Advising: She leads NIHR-funded projects (e.g., EFFIP, PATHWAY) and supervises postgraduate researchers. Her grants focus on co-produced digital interventions, trauma pathways, and cross-cultural mental health adaptations. Teams and Collaborations: Jacqueline collaborates with the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM) and Cochrane review groups. She founded the COPe-support platform and contributes to national guidelines (e.g., NICE).

Alireza AhadiView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Educational Data Mining
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Dr Alireza Ahadi is a PartTime Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology , University of Technology Sydney. He holds a PhD in Data Analytics from UTS (2018) and has previously worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Macquarie University (2019-2022) focusing on skills analytics and educational data mining. Education: PhD in Data Analytics (UTS, 2018), Master of Information Technology Extended (UTS, 2013), Bachelor in Computer Science (UTS, 2010). Current Role: Teaching IT and Science subjects at UTS with expertise in databases, programming languages, and data science. Research Interests center on data-driven educational solutions , including text mining in education, skills gap analysis between academia and job markets, code comprehension studies, and miRNA regulation in cancer research. His work integrates machine learning with curriculum analytics to improve educational outcomes and workforce alignment. Recent publications (15 most) reveal trends in applying NLP to educational data, eye-tracking analysis for programming behavior, and skills analytics engines for curriculum-job market mapping. His 2022 article on skills gap identification using Burning Glass data highlights his focus on real-world educational impact. Teaching Experience includes coordination and lecturing in core subjects like Database Fundamentals, Programming Languages, and Data Structures at UTS. He also explores educational data mining , optimization of analytics engines , and recommendation system design in pedagogical contexts.

• Ethics and Technology
• Social Sustainability
• Artificial Intelligence Governance
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Karl de Fine Licht is an Associate Professor in Ethics and Technology at Chalmers University of Technology, working within the Department of Science, Technology and Society under the School of Technology Management and Economics. He holds a PhD in Practical Philosophy and is actively involved in course development, skills development, and teaching in the field of "technology and ethics" at both basic and advanced levels. He is a member of the management group for CHAIR and participates in Tracks academic programs. Dr. de Fine Licht's research spans several interconnected domains focused on ethical considerations in technological development and implementation. His primary research interests include social sustainability in urban development, artificial intelligence governance in public decision-making, and ethical challenges in higher education. His work examines how design choices in urban environments affect social inclusion, how AI systems can be deployed justly in public sector applications, and how emerging technologies like generative AI impact academic integrity and pedagogy. His publication record demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward increasingly complex ethical frameworks for technology assessment. The most recent articles reveal a strong focus on procedural justice frameworks for resolving value conflicts in AI governance, critical examinations of generative AI in educational contexts, and refined conceptual approaches to sustainability. His work bridges theoretical philosophy with practical applications, particularly in public sector technology implementation and urban design ethics. Dr. de Fine Licht is currently leading two significant research projects: "Just Solar Energy – Photovoltaics in urban and rural contexts from a justice perspective" (2023-2025) funded by the Swedish Energy Agency, and "Rättvisa och skälighet: Om hur vi bör fördela kostnaderna för VA" (2022-2023) funded by The Swedish Water & Wastewater Association. These projects reflect his ongoing commitment to applying ethical frameworks to real-world technological implementation challenges, particularly those involving resource distribution and energy justice. His academic contributions extend to course development in technology and ethics, where he has integrated his research findings into educational practice. Through his work with CHAIR and Tracks programs, he helps shape interdisciplinary approaches to technology assessment that incorporate ethical considerations from the earliest stages of technological development.

Evan WilliamsView profile

Associate Professor

• Ambulatory Care
• Family Medicine
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
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Evan Williams serves as Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Director for Accreditation Services at Roseman University's College of Pharmacy. He provides clinical pharmacy services at Valley Hospital Medical Center specializing in transitions of care while teaching clinical topics and lab skills across the pharmacy curriculum. His educational background includes: Master of Business Administration (Healthcare Management) from Husson University Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Arizona Associate of Science from Glendale College Dr. Williams' research bridges clinical practice and academic innovation with primary focus areas in Ambulatory Care, Family Medicine, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, and Learner Wellbeing. His work examines depressive symptoms in pharmacy residents through national studies while advancing accreditation standards and curricular assessment methodologies. Clinical interests include cardiovascular disease prevention and evidence-based drug information application. Recent publications (2017-2021) reveal consistent themes in mental health within pharmacy training, educational innovation, and ambulatory care practice development. Key contributions address emotional intelligence integration, hyperglycemia management protocols, and resident wellbeing frameworks, demonstrating his dual expertise in clinical pharmacy and academic leadership. Significant recognitions include: Nevada Volunteer Recognition Certificate for COVID-19 vaccination efforts (2021) ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Practice Research Award Nominee (2019) Consecutive P3/P4 Teacher of the Year awards (2013-2014) Dr. Williams mentors pharmacy students through clinical rotations and classroom instruction while leading accreditation initiatives for the College of Pharmacy. His national study on resident depression indicates collaborative research funding, and his interprofessional diabetes clinic with the Penobscot Nation demonstrates community engagement. Current work focuses on wellbeing integration and accreditation standards advancement. He maintains active clinical practice at Valley Hospital Medical Center and leads the College of Pharmacy's accreditation team, while contributing to professional organizations including ACCP and AACP. His textbook contributions and national presentations further establish his leadership in pharmacy education and practice innovation.

Hongmin (Jess) YanView profile

Lecturer

• Workplace Wellbeing
• Ethical Technology Use in Organizations
• Employee Adaptation to Digital Age Challenges
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Dr. Hongmin (Jess) Yan is a Lecturer in Human Resources Management at the School of Business, UNSW Canberra. Holding a PhD in Management from The University of Queensland and multiple advanced degrees in business and public administration, she focuses on workplace ethics, wellbeing, and technology adaptation. PhD in Management (The University of Queensland, Australia) Master in Business (Queensland University of Technology, Australia) Master in Public Administration (University of Delaware, US) Bachelor in Economics (Fudan University, China) Her research examines ethical technology use in organizations, workplace wellbeing under stress, and decision-making frameworks. She integrates AI's organizational impact with sustainable workforce practices, publishing in journals like Human Resource Management and Journal of Vocational Behavior . Jess's work bridges technology ethics with practical workplace solutions, emphasizing CSR's role in safety and neurodivergent inclusion. She has secured funding from Advance Queensland and SkyCity Entertainment Group for her studies on crisis recovery and safety culture. Scientific Awards Griffith University Postdoctoral Fellowship Global Change Scholars Award Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship UQ Postgraduate Research Scholarship As an educator, Jess employs research-led teaching methods and serves on the editorial board of the Australian Journal of Management. Her grants include projects on tourism workforce resilience and service safety leadership.

Claudia Costiuc MichView profile

Professor

• Professional Selling
• Marketing Strategy
• Experiential Learning
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Claudia Costiuc Mich is a Professor of Marketing in the College of Business at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), serving as Founding Director of the Professional Selling Program. She teaches undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and professional training courses with emphasis on experiential learning through hands-on projects, corporate shadowing, networking events, and competitive simulations. Her educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Marketing, Kent State University M.B.A. in Marketing Concentration, The University of Akron B.S. in Marketing/International Business/Sales Management, The University of Akron Professor Mich's research spans professional selling pedagogy, case studies, brand placement, implicit learning, and ethnic identity, with interdisciplinary collaborations yielding publications in Journal of Marketing Education, Marketing Management Journal, and Journal of Case Studies. Her scaffolding teaching methodology empowers students to take ownership of learning while connecting theoretical concepts to practical business applications. Recent publications analyze self-efficacy development in sales education, competitive dynamics in protein beverage markets, whiskey industry renaissance case studies, and psychological factors in sales training. These works collectively advance marketing education through practical application frameworks and psychological insights into sales career development. She directs the White Lodging Professional Selling Lab—a corporate-sponsored initiative connecting students with Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland businesses for mentorship, networking, and recruitment opportunities. Industry partners actively participate in classroom activities and provide real-time feedback on sales techniques through the lab's high-tech recording facilities. The Professional Selling Lab exemplifies Mich's commitment to bridging academia and industry through structured corporate partnerships that transform classroom learning into career-ready skills, with sponsors contributing both financial support and direct professional engagement in student development.

Andy SmithView profile

Researcher

• Computer Science Education
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Mining
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Andy Smith is a Research Scientist at the Department of Computer Science within the College of Engineering at North Carolina State University. He is affiliated with the Intellimedia Group and focuses on enhancing learning environments through data-mining and artificial intelligence techniques. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (2020), North Carolina State University M.S. in Computer Science (2016), North Carolina State University B.S.E. in Electrical/Computer Engineering and B.S. in Computer Science (2005), Duke University His research spans game-based learning environments, military training scenario generation, and automated analysis of student drawings in digital science notebooks. He applies machine learning and behavioral modeling to personalize educational experiences and assess learning outcomes. Scientific Awards: President’s Volunteer Service Award – Gold Level (2013) NCSU College of Engineering Fellowship (2011) NCSU Graduate Dean’s Fellowship (2010) Smith previously worked at SPAWAR Systems Center in San Diego, developing sensor integration systems for underwater gliders. He is part of the Intellimedia Group, which designs intelligent educational technologies and adaptive learning frameworks.

Miriam CompagnoniView profile

Research Fellow

• Educational Psychology
• Self-Regulated Learning
• Mindsets and Behavioral Self-Regulation
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Miriam Compagnoni is a Senior Teaching and Research Assistant at the Institute of Educational Science, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Zurich. She has been affiliated with the University of Zurich since 2014, initially as an Assistant and promoted to Senior Assistant in 2021. Concurrently, she has served as a lecturer at the Zurich University of the Arts since 2018, teaching pedagogy and educational psychology in the BA Art Education program. Her research focuses on educational psychology with particular emphasis on: Self-regulation and self-concepts in educational settings School and teaching development processes Early childhood education, especially at the kindergarten level Mindsets and their influence on learning behaviors Teacher professional development and collaboration Dr. Compagnoni's work examines how students' self-regulated learning abilities develop and how educational environments can be optimized to enhance learning outcomes. Her methodological approach combines quantitative and qualitative techniques, often employing experience sampling methods to capture real-time data on educational processes. Recent research has investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students' competencies and self-concept, teachers' implicit theories of professional abilities, and the development of digital mindset interventions to support STEM education. Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding the psychological mechanisms underlying educational success across developmental stages, with increasing attention to teacher collaboration and school improvement processes. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications, making meaningful contributions to both academic knowledge and educational practice. Dr. Compagnoni has received significant recognition for her research: Swiss Society for Educational Research Young Researcher Award for her publication 'Play it safe or play to learn: Mindsets and behavioral self-regulation in kindergarten' First Poster Prize at the Society for Empirical Educational Research Conference (GEBF), Basel, Switzerland, February 2018 She is actively involved in multiple research projects at the Institute of Educational Science, including LEAPS (Zürcher Lernverlaufserhebung), MindMINT, SIC (School Improvement Capacity for Academic Learning), and IBIS (Ich bin ich – Selbstkonzepte & Selbstregulation im Kindergarten). Her teaching includes courses such as 'Mentoring for the Next Generation,' reflecting her commitment to developing future educators and translating research into practical applications that promote equal educational opportunities.

Laura F. BrightView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Media Analytics
• Consumer Behavior
• Digital Wellbeing
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Laura F. Bright is an Associate Professor of Media Analytics in the School of Advertising and Public Relations at the University of Texas at Austin's Moody College of Communication. She serves as Co-Director of the Nelson Center for Brand and Demand Analytics, a position she assumed in August 2024. Previously, she held leadership roles including Acting Associate Director (2022-2024) and Interim Associate Director (2021-2022) within her department. Bright is a graduate of UT Austin's advertising program, holding a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Advertising with concentrations in New Media, Consumer Behavior, and Information Studies. Her research focuses on understanding consumer behavior within social media feeds, with particular emphasis on privacy, digital wellbeing, and data analytics. Bright's work spans social media effects, consumer behavior, digital wellbeing, and privacy, with over 20 years of professional experience in market research, interactive advertising, and social media strategy. Her research has appeared in top journals including Journal of Advertising, Journal of Business Research, and Journal of Interactive Advertising. Analysis of her recent publications shows a strong trend toward AI and big data applications in advertising, privacy concerns in digital environments, and emotional aspects of consumer engagement. Her work increasingly examines the intersection of technology adoption, consumer psychology, and ethical considerations in digital marketing. Aspiring Leaders Academy Inaugural Cohort Graduate, 2024 Provost Faculty Fellows Mentoring Program Graduate, 2023 Best Reviewer Award, Journal of Current Issues in Research and Advertising, 2021 Key Contributor in Media Analytics, Texas Health and Human Services Grant ($6,000,000), 2021-2023 "Most Influential Articles", Journal of Current Issues in Research and Advertising, 2019 Bright has successfully mentored numerous doctoral students, including Pooja Iyer and Asma Safaoui, on research projects examining AI adoption, privacy concerns, and social media effects. She has secured significant grant funding, notably contributing to a $6 million Texas Health and Human Services Grant. Beyond research, she has developed innovative curriculum and co-teaches the popular "Script to Screen Commercials" course with Matthew McConaughey, analyzing commercial campaigns for brands like Salesforce. As Co-Director of the Nelson Center for Brand and Demand Analytics, Bright leads research initiatives focused on B2B and D2C analytics, bridging academic research with industry applications. Her work connects academic insights with practical applications in advertising and marketing analytics.

Demet CEYLANView profile

Lecturer

• Destination Image Studies
• Human Resources in Hospitality
• Tourism Management
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Demet CEYLAN is a Lecturer at Antalya Bilim University with over 25 years of experience in the tourism sector, including leadership roles such as Financial Controller, CFO, and Board Member in multinational companies. She holds a PhD in Tourism Management from Akdeniz University (2023), an MS in International Tourism Management (2018), and a BA in Business Administration (1992) from Boğaziçi University. BA: Business Administration, Boğaziçi University MS: International Tourism Management, Akdeniz University PhD: Tourism Management, Akdeniz University Her research focuses on destination image studies , human resources in hospitality , tourism management , and applied tourism education . She pioneered the Management Shadowing Program since 2016, bridging industry and academia for managerial training. Her publications span topics like destination image analysis , competency measurement , and managerial skill development , with articles in international journals and conferences. She received the Outstanding Master's Thesis Award at the 10th World Conference for Graduate Research in Tourism, Hospitality, and Leisure.

• Phonetics
• Speech Perception
• Speech Production
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Bryan Gick is a Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts, where he directs the UBC Integrated Speech Research Laboratory (ISRL) and co-directs UBC Language Sciences. He holds additional affiliations as a Senior Researcher at Haskins Laboratories in New Haven, CT, and as an Associate Member of the UBC Department of Psychology and UBC School of Audiology & Speech Sciences. His educational background includes a Ph.D. (1999), M.Phil. (1997), and M.A. (1995) from Yale University, and a B.A. (1992) from the University of Pennsylvania. Gick's research centers on understanding how the human body functions as a communication device, focusing on physical mechanisms of movement control and sensation in speech production, perception, and phonetics. His work spans normal and disordered speech, children's speech development, signed languages, singing, and emotional expression. He has pioneered techniques for applying ultrasound imaging to speech research and developed protocols for studying haptic and multimodal perception of speech. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on tongue bracing phenomena, speech biomechanics, neurological bases of speech production, and applications to clinical conditions including Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's. His research increasingly incorporates cross-disciplinary approaches from neuroscience, biomechanics, and computer modeling. His significant scientific recognition includes: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellow Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (FRSC) Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Gick leads multiple research initiatives including the UBC Integrated Speech Research Laboratory and contributes to the ArtiSynth project for biomechanical simulation of speech. His work connects theoretical linguistics with practical applications in speech pathology, language learning, and human-computer interaction.

Ingela BeckView profile

Associate Professor

• Person-Centred Palliative Care
• Existential Loneliness in Aging
• Geriatric Nursing
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Ingela Beck is an Associate Professor in Nursing at the Faculty of Health Science, Kristianstad University. She specializes in person-centred palliative care for older adults, focusing on existential loneliness, symptom assessment, and rehabilitative interventions. Associate Professor in Nursing Merited Teacher Leader of the 'Man - Health - Society' research platform Active in the International Palliative Care Measurement Collaborative Her research explores how palliative care approaches can improve well-being for aging populations. Key projects include adapting the Integrated Palliative Care Outcome Scale (IPOS) for Swedish healthcare and studying existential loneliness in nursing homes. Recent publications analyze communication training programs, soft touch massage benefits, and systemic interventions for post-breast cancer recovery. She has over 100 research outputs since 2006. Merited Teacher award Board member, Swedish Association of Nurses in Palliative Care Collaboration with Lund University and Region Skåne Beck supervises PhD students like Julie Vissers and Anne-Lie Larsson, emphasizing practical implementation of person-centred care principles through study circles and workshops.