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Clair Reynolds KuenyView profile

Associate Professor

• Employee Discretionary Workplace Behaviors
• Employee Stress and Well-being
• Employee Fit
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Dr. Clair Reynolds Kueny serves as Associate Professor, Department Chair, and Graduate Program Director for the Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology within the Psychological Science Department at Missouri University of Science and Technology's College of Arts, Sciences, and Education. She joined as full-time faculty in August 2016 after completing her doctorate, and assumed program leadership in 2020 while teaching core graduate courses including Organizational Development and Ethics. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. and M.S. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Saint Louis University, complemented by dual B.S. degrees in Psychology and Political Science with Statistics minor from Truman State University. Dr. Kueny's research centers on employee discretionary behaviors, workplace stress, and person-environment fit , with specialized focus on healthcare applications in rural settings. She integrates Industrial-Organizational Psychology principles to improve healthcare professional experiences and radiation therapy delivery, while also examining safety culture in transportation industries. Her methodology frequently employs simulation modeling and cross-sectional surveys. Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal strong emphasis on rural healthcare innovation (particularly mobile radiation oncology systems), global health disparities in low-resource cancer care, and safety behavior analysis in transportation. Her work consistently bridges organizational psychology theory with practical healthcare implementation challenges. Her accolades include multiple university teaching awards, service recognitions, and Outstanding Reviewer honors from Group & Organization Management journal: 2022 Faculty Service Award 2021 Outstanding Contributions to Graduate Studies 2021 CASB Alumni Student Impact Award 2020 CASB Community Outreach Award 2019 Faculty Teaching Award 2020-2021 Outstanding Teaching Commendations 2020-2021 Outstanding Reviewer Awards As Graduate Program Director, Dr. Kueny oversees curriculum development for the MS I-O program while securing research funding for rural healthcare improvement initiatives. Her teaching portfolio spans undergraduate Industrial Psychology to graduate Ethics courses, with demonstrated excellence through repeated commendations. She actively contributes through R-NetWORC collaboration and GIOP Executive Team leadership, focusing on interdisciplinary applications of organizational psychology in healthcare systems improvement and community-engaged senior design projects.

• Molecular Simulations
• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Science
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Germán Pérez-Sánchez is a Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. His research focuses on molecular simulations, materials science, and computational chemistry. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Vigo (2010) with an award-winning thesis on liquid-liquid critical phenomena. His work spans computer modeling of porous materials, surfactant systems, and drug delivery mechanisms. He has collaborated with institutions globally, including the University of Massachusetts and École Normale Supérieure Paris. His research interests include silica-based nanomaterials synthesis, ionic liquids, and the development of coarse-grained molecular dynamics (CG-MD) frameworks. He has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s students and contributed to projects like SILVIA (reactive CG-MD modeling) and DataCor (corrosion inhibitor database). He has over 40 peer-reviewed publications and holds grants from FCT (Portugal) and international bodies. Key achievements include modeling methane hydrates, drug-nanocarrier interactions, and silica polymerization via the Sticky MARTINI model. His work bridges theoretical simulations with experimental applications in energy, environmental science, and biomedical fields.

Cheng-Yu LaiView profile

Associate Professor

• Nanomaterials Synthesis
• Optoelectronics
• Quantum Information Science
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Cheng-Yu Lai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Florida International University (FIU), with a secondary appointment in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. His research focuses on advanced functionalized materials, including layered nonlinear crystals for optoelectronics and quantum information science, porous nanomaterials for environmental and catalytic applications, and additively manufactured electronics. He also explores nanomedicine, biomaterials, and plant-based nanocomposites for tissue engineering and biomedical applications. His research interests span synthesis of nanomaterials, energy harvesting systems (e.g., dye-sensitized solar cells), and biomedical nanodevices for drug delivery and cancer therapy. He is affiliated with the CELL-MET ERC and PATHS-UP ERC research initiatives. Lai’s work bridges materials science, engineering, and biomedicine, emphasizing sustainable and scalable solutions. He advises students in graduate research and oversees projects in his lab. Office hours are held Mondays and Wednesdays at 12:00-3:00 PM, and appointments can be arranged through Ms. Ana Muñoz (anmuno@fiu.edu). Contact details: clai@fiu.edu and his lab website .

• Offender Rehabilitation
• Probation Work
• Youth Justice
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Graham Smyth is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at Manchester Metropolitan University. He holds academic qualifications including an LLB, MA in Economic & Social Studies, a Certificate of Qualification in Social Work, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice. His career spans 26 years in criminal justice roles, including probation service management, youth offending service leadership, and community safety coordination. He is Programme Leader for the MA in Applied Criminology and supervises a PhD on youth justice. Education: Bachelor of Law (LLB) MA Economic & Social Studies Certificate of Qualification in Social Work Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice Affiliations: Member of the Higher Education Academy Co-founder of Transport for Sick Ugandan Children (TUSC) His research focuses on offender rehabilitation, probation systems, youth justice, restorative justice, and crime prevention. Notable projects include evaluations of probation initiatives, resettlement programs, and the Dordrecht Initiative (a precursor to national PPO programs). He has led studies on offender housing pathways, youth offender demographics, and restorative peer panels. Teaching emphasizes bridging theory and practice through interactive methods, with a focus on criminology placements and practice-oriented MA programs. His work integrates real-world criminal justice experiences into academic frameworks. Outside academia, he contributes to TUSC, a charity supporting sick Ugandan children, and maintains interests in football, cycling, and performance poetry.

Terry McGovernView profile

Professor

• Community Health
• Global Health
• HIV/AIDS
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Terry McGovern is a Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy. She holds a JD and is internationally recognized for expertise in health and human rights, sexual and reproductive rights, gender justice, and environmental justice. Previously, she served as the Harriet and Robert H. Heilbrunn Professor and Chair of Columbia University’s Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health, founding the HIV Law Project and leading advocacy efforts in HIV-related policy. Her research focuses on global health justice, with a particular emphasis on marginalized populations. Key areas include reproductive justice, maternal-child health, and environmental health equity. McGovern has authored federal regulations on clinical trial inclusion and litigated landmark cases like S.P. v. Sullivan , expanding disability criteria for HIV patients. Professional roles include serving on the Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health, UNFPA Global Advisory Council, Council on Foreign Relations, and NYCLU Board. Her recent work addresses pandemic impacts on gender-based violence services, U.S. abortion access post-Roe v. Wade, and global policy effects of the Global Gag Rule. Advocacy and grants include litigation funding through the HIV Law Project and institutional leadership shaping academic health policy. McGovern’s transnational collaborations advance health equity through legal frameworks and multidisciplinary research.

• Mental Health Nursing
• Physical Health of People with Mental Illness
• Consumer Participation in Mental Health Services
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Professor Brenda Happell is a registered mental health nurse with over 28 years of academic experience across Australia. She holds a Professorship in the Faculty of Health at Southern Cross University and has held leadership roles including Director of the Centre for Psychiatric Nursing at the University of Melbourne and Executive Director of SYNERGY Research Centre at the University of Canberra. Her research focuses on mental health service improvement, physical health of people with mental illness, and nursing education. She has published over 400 peer-reviewed articles and attracted $14M in research funding. Education: PhD (La Trobe University, 1995). Key research interests include consumer participation in mental health services, nurse education reforms, and addressing health inequalities. She is a Fellow of the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses and former Editor of the International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. Leadership roles: Inaugural Director of Centre for Psychiatric Nursing (Melbourne), Director of Institute for Health and Social Science Research (CQU) Current roles: Board Director of Australian College of Mental Health Nurses Advocacy: Queensland Mental Health and Drug Advisory Council member Her recent work emphasizes nurse-led physical health interventions and expert-by-experience integration in education. She supervises higher-degree students with a 100% completion rate. Awards: Fellowship from Australian College of Mental Health Nurses. Grants/Research: $14M in competitive funding; projects include Mental Health Nurse Consultant roles and Safewards initiatives. Active in curriculum development for mental health nursing education. Labs/Teams: SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre (formerly), currently leading research in Southern Cross University's Faculty of Health.

Paula NottinghamView profile

Associate Professor

• Work-Based Learning
• Professional Practice
• Degree Apprenticeships
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Dr. Paula Nottingham is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at Middlesex University, London. She holds a PhD and multiple advanced qualifications, including a Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Her roles include Research Degrees Coordinator, Director of Studies for PhD Work-Based Learning, and Supervisor for Doctor of Professional Studies programs. She previously co-led the BSc Professional Practice in Business Sales Degree Apprenticeship program with Consalia Ltd. Her work focuses on work-based and work-integrated learning, degree apprenticeships, and inclusive pedagogy aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 4 and 8). Education: Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA), First Class Honors Master of Fine Art (MFA), Distinction MSc in Applied Professional Studies in Lifelong Learning (Merit) PhD in Education PGCertHE Research Interests: Paula’s expertise lies in innovative higher education practices, particularly in professional practice, lifelong learning, and the integration of digital technology. She emphasizes inclusive learning communities, assessment design for workplace contexts, and bridging theory with professional practice through degree apprenticeships. Her work addresses challenges in equitable access to education and adapting pedagogy for Gen Y/Z learners. Teaching & Leadership: Paula has led program validations for Professional Practice pathways (BA/BSc/MA/MSc/PG Cert) and developed curriculum frameworks for Middlesex’s Marketing, Branding, and Tourism Department. Her teaching focuses on practitioner research methodologies and work-integrated learning systems. Advising & Grants: Supervising 10+ doctoral students across Professional Doctorates and PhDs. Active in grant projects like 'Mobilising provider insights for degree apprenticeship delivery.' Labs & Collaboration: Collaborates with industry partners (e.g., Consalia Ltd) and contributes to international conferences on work-applied management and inclusive education.

• Health Promotion
• Wellness Assessment
• Program Evaluation
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Kimberly A. Smith, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine. She also serves as Director of Evaluation at the UAB Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS). Her roles include developing program evaluation models focused on outcome measurement, implementation, and study design. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, with concentrations in Research, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment, along with master’s degrees in Educational Research Studies and Human Performance (Exercise Physiology). Dr. Smith’s research focuses on advancing translational research and outcomes in healthcare delivery, particularly through collaborative programs addressing cardiovascular health disparities and public health initiatives. She leads teams in designing research agendas, capacity assessments, and evaluation plans to drive evidence-based practices. Her expertise includes advanced statistical methodologies, program evaluation, and quality improvement projects across disciplines. Her professional activities include membership in the NSCA’s Long-Term Athletic Development Special Interest Group Executive Council and roles in journal reviewing (e.g., Journal of Clinical and Translational Science ). She has secured grants from the Alabama Department of Public Health and NIH-funded CTSA programs, emphasizing rural health engagement and cardiovascular disease reduction. As an educator, Smith teaches courses like Research Methods and Applied Multivariate Statistics, mentoring graduate students in doctoral committees. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes active, goal-oriented environments to foster lifelong learning and community impact.

Ricardo Melo CzeksterView profile

Lecturer

• Cyber Threat Intelligence
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Risk Assessment
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Ricardo Melo Czekster is a Lecturer in Software Engineering & Cybersecurity at Aston University's School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies. His research develops methods for securing critical infrastructure through formal modeling and threat intelligence. Education: PhD in Performance Evaluation, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (2010) MSc in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry, University of Benin (2009) BSc in Industrial Chemistry, Ambrose Alli University (2004) Research Focus: Czekster specializes in cybersecurity for cyber-physical systems, particularly smart grids and active buildings. His work develops STIX-based threat intelligence frameworks, attack path modeling with BDMPathfinder, and dynamic risk assessment methods. Recent projects address security in medical IoT and transportation systems. Teaching: Leads modules on Secure Programming, Security Governance, and Secure Software Delivery.

• Healthy Ageing
• Care Delivery to Older Adults
• Rural Ageing
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Professor Catherine Hennessy is a social gerontologist and the Professor of Ageing at the University of Stirling's Faculty of Social Sciences. She holds degrees in anthropology (BA, MA), public health (MPH, DrPH from the University of California, Berkeley). Her research focuses on healthy ageing, care delivery, rural ageing, family caregiving, civic engagement, and dementia. She has over 30 years of experience in the U.S. and U.K., including roles at the CDC and leadership in UK Research Council-funded initiatives. She currently directs the MSc Gerontology and Global Ageing program. Education: BA and MA in Anthropology MPH and DrPH from University of California, Berkeley (1991) Research interests bridge individual and community perspectives on ageing, with a focus on digital health interventions (e.g., GOALD project), intergenerational collaboration, and reducing social isolation through technology. She has contributed to policy and practice via initiatives like the Growing Older Programme and UK National Collaboration on Ageing Research. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America Advising and Grants: Her work spans interdisciplinary projects, including studies on military spouses' adaptability and rural connectivity, funded by UK Research Councils. She collaborates with stakeholders in designing technology to enhance older adults' physical and social well-being. Labs/Teams: She leads the Dementia & Ageing research group at the University of Stirling, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to ageing challenges.

Vlassopoulos DimitrisView profile

Professor

• Rheology
• Polymer Physics
• Material Science
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Prof. Vlassopoulos Dimitris is a prominent academic affiliated with the University of Crete (Department of Materials Science & Technology) and the Foundation for Research & Technology - Hellas (FORTH), Institute of Electronic Structure & Laser. His career spans over three decades, with roles including Professor (2007–present), Associate Professor (2002–2007), and Adjunct Professor at the University of Crete. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Princeton University (1990) and has held positions at Mobil Research & Development Corporation (1990–1991) and Metelco S.A. (1983–1984). Education: Diploma in Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1983) M.A. in Chemical Engineering, Princeton University (1986) Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Princeton University (1990) Research Interests: His work focuses on molecular rheology, branched/ring polymers, soft colloids, nonlinear rheometry, and interfacial viscoelasticity. Key areas include polymer network dynamics, colloidal gels, and supramolecular assemblies. His contributions bridge fundamental rheology and applications in materials science. Awards: FORTH Prize for Basic Research (2009) Society of Rheology Publication Award (2011) Weissenberg Award (2015) E.C. Bingham Medal (2019) Advising & Grants: While student names are not listed, his research has been supported by grants from institutions like FORTH. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations, such as developing 3D bioprinting methods and exploring hagfish slime mechanics. Labs/Teams: Active in FORTH's Institute of Electronic Structure & Laser and collaborates with international groups on projects like supramolecular polymer networks and nanocomposite rheology.

David RudolerView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Services Research
• Health Policy
• Health Economics
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David Rudoler is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Ontario Tech University, holding a PhD from the University of Toronto and an MPA from York University. He also serves as a Research Chair in Population Health and Innovation in Mental Health at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, and an Adjunct Scientist at ICES. His research focuses on health services, policy, economics, and data science, with an emphasis on mental health systems, primary care, and policy evaluation. Key areas include psychiatric care access, provider incentives, and outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness. Education: PhD in Health Services Research, University of Toronto Master of Public Policy, Administration and Law, York University Bachelor of Arts, York University Research Interests: Health human resources, policy interventions, community-based mental health interventions, data science applications, econometrics, and healthcare equity. Grants: Recent awards include CIHR funding for studies on suicide-related behaviors during the pandemic, psychiatric care access across Canada, and electronic CBT efficacy. Notable roles include Co-Principal Investigator for the Pan-Canadian Study of Psychiatric Care ($711K) and primary roles in projects analyzing primary care reform and medication management for seniors. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with ICES, Canadian Centre for Health Economics, and mental health organizations like Ontario Shores and CAMH. Leads initiatives at the Health Systems Research (HSR) program and Ontario Tech's interdisciplinary mental health innovation hub.

• Pediatric Respiratory Therapy
• Chronic Respiratory Disease Management
• Long-term Mechanical Ventilation
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Mika Nonoyama is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds additional roles as a Health Clinician Scientist at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and a status-only Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto’s Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences Institute. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Toronto, alongside certifications as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Fellow of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (FCSRT). Education: PhD, Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, University of Toronto Respiratory Therapy Diploma, The Michener Institute of Education at UHN BSc, Physiology, University of Toronto Research Interests: Dr. Nonoyama’s research focuses on optimizing respiratory care across all age groups, particularly in pediatric respiratory therapy, chronic respiratory disease management, and long-term mechanical ventilation. Her work emphasizes improving disease prevention, effective service delivery models, and healthcare utilization efficiency. Key areas include: Long-term mechanical ventilation transitions and caregiver experiences Innovative pediatric respiratory therapy interventions Respiratory rehabilitation for neuromuscular diseases and COPD Health equity in respiratory practice guidelines Recent Research Trends: Her publications address ventilator-associated complications, telehealth pulmonary rehabilitation, and healthcare economics of home mechanical ventilation. Notable work includes studies on pediatric ventilator-associated pneumonia and caregiver experiences during ventilator transitions. Awards: 2019 Margaret Fitch Award for Best Poster (Ontario Lung Association) 2011–2013 Canadian Thoracic Society Research Fellowship 2015 Ontario Lung Association Meritorious Service Award Grants & Advising: Dr. Nonoyama has secured funding for studies on home mechanical ventilation utilization and caregiver support programs. She collaborates with institutions like SickKids and the University of Toronto, contributing to interprofessional research teams. Her mentorship focuses on respiratory therapy scholarly practices and translational research. Lab/Teams: She leads collaborative projects within the UOIT Faculty of Health Sciences and SickKids Respiratory Therapy Department, emphasizing clinical health evaluative sciences.

LIU BoxiangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Genomics
• Bioinformatics
• Machine Learning
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Asst Prof LIU Boxiang holds the position of Assistant Professor and NUS Presidential Young Professorship at the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, National University of Singapore (NUS), within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on integrating multi-omics approaches with computational methods to study complex diseases such as coronary artery disease and age-related macular degeneration. He specializes in developing statistical and machine learning tools for genomic analysis, including eQTL mapping and deep learning architectures for gene expression regulation. Education: BA in Biophysics (Illinois Wesleyan University), MS and PhD in Bioinformatics (Stanford University). He contributed to the GTEx consortium and is part of the Asian Immune Diversity Atlas (AIDA) initiative. His lab develops methods like ANTseq for ancestry determination and scPrediXcan for cell-type-specific transcriptome studies. Research Interests: Functional genomics, eQTL analysis, deep learning in biomedicine, and computational tools for omics data integration. His work bridges disciplines such as natural language processing and computer vision with biological questions. Scientific Awards: NUS Presidential Young Professorship (2021). His lab's innovations include ParaMed, a biomedical translation dataset, and LinearDesign for optimized mRNA stability. Advising and Grants: Leads the Liu Lab (boxiangliulab.com), focusing on single-cell genomics, mitochondrial dynamics, and computational biomedicine. Collaborates on projects like the RESET cohort study for cardiovascular disease prevention.

• Vaccine Development
• Microbiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
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Mariagrazia Pizza is a Professor of Microbiology and Co-director of the Centre of Bacterial Resistance Biology (CBRB) at Imperial College London's Faculty of Natural Sciences. She previously held roles as Senior Scientific Director of Bacterial Vaccines at GSK and Head of Research at GVGH. Her expertise spans over 30 years in vaccine development, with a focus on bacterial pathogens such as Neisseria meningitidis and Klebsiella pneumoniae. She pioneered the MenB vaccine (4CMenB), which has been licensed in over 50 countries and protects infants against meningococcal B disease. Her current research targets Klebsiella pneumoniae, a multidrug-resistant pathogen, aiming to identify novel vaccine candidates and virulence factors. Education and Career: Extensive experience in academia and industry, including leadership roles in global vaccine initiatives. Research Interests: Vaccine development, bacterial pathogenesis, antimicrobial resistance, and reverse vaccinology approaches. Key projects include MenB vaccine efficacy, cross-protection mechanisms, and Klebsiella virulence factors. She has received prestigious awards including the MahnHoon Award 2023 and is an elected member of EMBO, the European Academy of Microbiology, and Academia Europaea. With over 250 publications and 70 patents, she contributes to global health initiatives through WHO advisory roles and the IUMS Bacteriology Division. Labs and Collaborations: Leads the CBRB, collaborating globally on vaccine research and antimicrobial resistance solutions.