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Hege Bjøkne WathneView profile

Associate Professor

University of StavangerNorway

Hege Bjøkne Wathne is an Associate Professor in Intensive Care Nursing at the Department of Care and Ethics, University of Agder. She is affiliated with the NFR project "eHealth from Hospital 2 Home" and the research program area "HevHelse". Her primary research focuses on eHealth interventions to improve health services post-hospital discharge, particularly for patients with chronic illnesses and non-communicable diseases. She holds a PhD candidate status in Health Sciences (2020–), a Master in Health Sciences (2011–2013), and certifications in Intensive Care Nursing (2006–2007) and Nursing Education (1996–1999). Her work emphasizes nurse-assisted remote monitoring systems, usability of digital health tools, and patient self-management strategies. Key publications explore eHealth feasibility in colorectal cancer care, heart failure management, and chronic illness recruitment strategies. She has presented at conferences like the Nordic Conference in Nursing Research and participated in interdisciplinary collaborations to design patient-centered digital health solutions. Current projects aim to bridge gaps between hospital and home care through innovative technology. Wathne’s contributions include protocol development for randomized controlled trials and co-creation methodologies involving patients in eHealth design. Her research aligns with broader goals of enhancing healthcare accessibility and continuity through technology-driven interventions.

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Kirsty GarbettView profile

Research Fellow

University of the West of EnglandUnited Kingdom

Kirsty Garbett is a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Appearance Research, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). She specializes in applied body image research, focusing on developing and validating interventions to improve body confidence across diverse populations. Her work spans cross-cultural adaptations of body image programs in India, Indonesia, and Brazil, emphasizing scalability and digital delivery. Key areas: Body image interventions, social media impact, cosmetic procedures, psychosocial measurement tools Collaborations: Dove Self-Esteem Project, international academics, media experts Methods: RCTs, cross-cultural validation, systematic reviews Kirsty's recent research includes systematic reviews of cosmetic surgery outcomes, social media-based interventions for Indonesian women, and school programs for adolescents. She also investigates the validation of psychological tools like the Body Esteem Scale and ChEDE-Q across languages and cultures. Her publications highlight trends in digital interventions , cross-cultural adaptation , and psychosocial measurement , with a focus on low- and middle-income settings. While no scientific awards are listed, her work demonstrates rigorous methodological innovation in scaling evidence-based programs. Qualifications: DPhil in Health Psychology (UWE Bristol, 2022), MSc in Health Psychology (Nottingham, 2013), BSc in Psychology (Strathclyde, 2011).

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Ayla HumphreyView profile

Assistant Professor

University of CambridgeUnited Kingdom

Ayla Humphrey is an Assistant Professor and Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the University of Cambridge Department of Psychiatry . Her research focuses on early identification of mental health needs in children, cognitive therapy for trauma-exposed youth, and developmental disorders like autism and Tuberous Sclerosis . She serves as Course Director for the MPhil Foundations of Clinical Psychology and co-founded the NHS Cambridge Centre for Paediatric Neuropsychological Rehabilitation . Her research spans Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) integration with social care, trauma-focused cognitive therapy , and developmental disorder screening . Key collaborations include the NIHR-funded COACHES study and the PYCES (Parents and Young Children under Extreme Stress) project. Scientific awards include the 2017 British Psychological Society Award for Outstanding Contribution to Applied Practice . She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to school-based mental health identification frameworks . Her work emphasizes evidence-based service transformation and cross-sector collaboration.

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Jakob Eg LarsenView profile

Associate Professor

Technical University of DenmarkDenmark

Jakob Eg Larsen is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science (DTU Compute) within the Cognitive Systems Section. He leads the Mobile Informatics and Personal Data Laboratory (MILAB). His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Personal Informatics, Quantified Self, and Information Visualization, with applications in wearable technology, mental health, and healthcare. He teaches courses in Digital Media Engineering, including user experience, mobile application prototyping, and personal informatics. Education: PhD (2005) and MSc in Computer Science (1999) from the University of Copenhagen, with additional studies in cognitive psychology. Research emphasizes wearable devices for mental health interventions (e.g., PTSD treatment), physical activity tracking in pregnancy, and personalized hearing aid systems. Over 98 publications and 12 supervised PhD projects highlight his contributions to HCI, mHealth, and data-driven healthcare solutions. Labs/Teams: MILAB focuses on mobile informatics and personal data interaction. Collaborations span interdisciplinary fields like audiology, clinical psychology, and public health.

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Liang Choon WangView profile

Associate Professor

Monash UniversityAustralia

Liang Choon Wang is an Associate Professor and Economics PhD Program Director at the Department of Economics, Monash University. He holds a PhD from the University of California San Diego (2010), where he was a Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellow. Prior to joining Monash in 2011, he worked at the World Bank’s Development Research Group in Washington DC. His research focuses on behavioral economics, education economics, labor economics, development economics, public economics, and health economics, employing field/natural experiments and observational data to analyze outcomes in both developed and developing nations such as Australia, Bangladesh, India, and Vietnam. He has led and contributed to research projects including the 'Reliable Affordable Clean Energy for 2030 CRC' and studies on affirmative action, energy conservation, and educational interventions. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in reducing inequalities and promoting sustainable development. Key publications include studies on electoral competence, remote learning efficacy in Bangladesh, and the impact of housing costs on transportation. Education: PhD in Economics, University of California San Diego (2010) Grants/Projects: Multiple grants from RACE for 2030 CRC, World Bank collaborations, and randomized controlled trials in education and health. Teaching: ECC4860 (2012–2015) and ECC2400 (2016–present). Wang’s research emphasizes policy relevance, with contributions to government technical assistance and global equity initiatives. His recent articles analyze low-tech education solutions, energy conservation, and labor market dynamics, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to socio-economic challenges.

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Blake DearView profile

Professor

Macquarie UniversityAustralia

Blake Dear is a Professor and Senior Clinical Psychologist in the Department of Psychology at Macquarie University. He holds leadership roles as Director of the eCentreClinic and a member of the Senior Leadership Team at the MindSpot Clinic. His work focuses on improving access to psychological care through technology, particularly for individuals with chronic health conditions. He has received significant funding via NHMRC fellowships, including an Emerging Leader Fellowship (2020–2024). His research spans five main areas: technology-driven care access, psychological care for chronic conditions, implementation science, therapist supervision, and methodological research synthesis. He has contributed to over 270 publications and led 35 projects, including international collaborations. His clinical services, such as the eCentreClinic, annually serve over 20,000 Australians. Awards include NHMRC Emerging Leader, Career Development, and Early Career Fellowships. His work emphasizes bridging research and routine clinical practice, with a focus on scalable mental health solutions. Research interests include telehealth innovations, transdiagnostic treatments for anxiety/depression, and implementation of digital therapies into healthcare systems. Projects address chronic conditions like chronic pain, kidney disease, and neurological disorders. He serves on editorial boards, ethics committees, and advises international clinics. His educational background is implicit in his clinical and research leadership roles. Key achievements include developing the eCentreClinic and MindSpot Clinic, which provide free mental health services. He collaborates globally on trials evaluating digital interventions for epilepsy, rheumatoid arthritis, and endometriosis. His work on therapist guidance models and treatment adherence has advanced understanding of effective psychological care delivery. Recent studies focus on sudden gains in therapy, treatment adherence predictors, and cultural adaptability of interventions.

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Trudy DehueView profile

Professor

University of GroningenNetherlands

Prof. Dr. Trudy Dehue holds a professorship at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, specializing in the Theory and History of Psychology. Her work critically examines the intersections of medical history, research methodologies, and ethical science communication. She has contributed significantly to understanding the historical development of randomized controlled trials and their societal implications. Her research spans topics like medicalization critiques, ADHD neurobiology, and abortion terminology history. Key achievements include receiving the Academy Medal (2019) and being elected to the Royal Holland Society of Sciences (2016). She has authored over 76 publications and participated in 85 professional activities including keynote addresses at major conferences. Her media engagements emphasize public science literacy, notably through appearances in Dutch media outlets discussing reproductive rights and mental health policy. Education Background: Not explicitly listed but inferred through academic career progression Grants & Funding: Implied through extensive research output but specifics not provided in text Her research interests emphasize critical historiography of psychological and medical practices, particularly focusing on how definitions and methodologies shape both science and society. Current projects include a book series on pregnancy history with poet Willemijn van de Walle.

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Yuan HuangView profile

Assistant Professor

Yale UniversityUnited States

Yuan Huang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the Yale School of Public Health . Her research focuses on statistical methods for high-dimensional data, motivated by challenges in cancer genomics and neurodegenerative diseases. She develops approaches for biomarker identification, network structure estimation, and gene-environment interaction analysis, with applications in Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, and Parkinson’s diseases. Key Affiliations: Yale Cancer Center, Center for Brain & Mind Health, Yale Center for Analytical Sciences (YCAS) Her methodological work emphasizes integrative analysis across multiple datasets to improve reproducibility and discovery. Recent collaborations span clinical trials, genetics, and epidemiology, with a focus on addressing heterogeneity and nonlinearity in complex biomedical data. Her publications include Bayesian finite mixture models, precision matrix estimation, and advanced techniques for high-dimensional causal mediation analysis. She actively engages in translational research, linking statistical innovation to clinical and public health challenges.

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Lucie CluverView profile

Professor

University of OxfordUnited Kingdom

Professor Lucie Cluver is a leading academic in child and family social work at the University of Oxford (Department of Social Policy and Intervention) and an Honorary Professor at the University of Cape Town (Psychiatry and Mental Health). She directs the UKRI GCRF Accelerating Achievement for Africa's Adolescents Hub and co-leads the Global Parenting Initiative , focusing on scalable interventions to prevent violence and improve outcomes for vulnerable youth. Academic Affiliation: Department of Social Policy and Intervention, University of Oxford Key Collaborations: WHO, UNICEF, USAID-PEPFAR, African Union Development Agency Her research spans child protection , adolescent health , violence prevention , and HIV-related social policy . With over 200 peer-reviewed publications, her work combines longitudinal studies and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and Europe. Current projects include cash-plus-care models for HIV-positive adolescents, Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) program adaptations, and COVID-19 emergency parenting resources reaching over 210 million families globally. Scientific Awards: ERC Public Engagement with Research Award (2024) Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2023) Oxford VC’s Innovation Award (2022) International AIDS Society Excellence in Research with Children Award (2022) UKRI International Impact Award (2021) European Union Horizon 2020 Impact Award Appointed OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours (2025) Professor Cluver supervises a team of current DPhil and MPhil students , including Yvonne Agengo and Diana Mwala, while her previous students like Caroline Kuo and Jamie Lachman hold prominent roles in academia and policy. Her work has secured funding from UKRI , European Research Council , World Health Organization , and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation .

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Isabelle GuerinView profile

Researcher

Sciences PoFrance

Isabelle Guerin is a socio-economist at the Institute of Research for Development (IRD) with a focus on financialization, debt, and gender dynamics in South India and Latin America. Her work bridges political economy and moral economy frameworks to examine how financial systems perpetuate inequalities related to gender, caste, and class. Key Research Themes : Financialization, debt bondage, gender and development, microfinance critique, labor market dynamics, and social reproduction Current Teaching : Master’s courses at SciencePo Toulouse, PSL University, and EHESS on gender-development intersections and socioeconomics Leadership : Founder of the Observatory of Rural Dynamics and Social Inequalities in South India Her recent publications analyze debt politics in financialized economies and the gendered dimensions of microfinance. She advocates mixed-method research, combining qualitative insights with quantitative analysis, and has co-edited critical volumes on randomized control trials in development. Advising includes supervising 12+ theses on topics spanning from pandemic-era financial practices to caste dynamics in employment liberalization. She collaborates with institutions like EHESS, Université Paris Cité, and McGill University.

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Rhiannon Tudor EdwardsView profile

Professor

Bangor UniversityUnited Kingdom

Rhiannon Tudor Edwards is a Professor of Health Economics at Bangor University's School of Health Sciences and a Visiting Professor at the University of Liverpool's Institute of Population Health. She co-directs the Centre for Health Economics and Medicines Evaluation (CHEME) and leads the Public Health and Prevention Economics Research Group (PHERG). Her affiliations include being a member of Bangor University Council, Trustee, and Health and Care Research Wales Senior Research Leader. Education: BSc. Econ, M.A., D.Phil. Honorary Titles: Hon. MFPH, Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales Her research focuses on economic evaluations of public health interventions , emphasizing multi-sectoral approaches to prevention science. She pioneered methodologies for cost-effectiveness analysis, social return on investment (SROI), and quality-adjusted life year (QALY) frameworks. Key projects include the Invest4Health Horizon Europe initiative and the iSupport e-health program for dementia caregivers. Recent publications analyze economic impacts of interventions for dementia care, postpartum hemorrhage prevention, and hip fracture rehabilitation . She has contributed to 400+ peer-reviewed articles and co-edited the textbook Handbooks in Health Economics – Applied Health Economics for Public Health Practice and Research (Oxford University Press). Scientific Awards: MRC Outstanding Team Impact Prize 2022 (Highly Commended) for menstrual health research Learned Society of Wales Fellowship Health and Care Research Wales Senior Research Leader She supervises research initiatives and collaborates globally on projects addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals , particularly SDG3 (Good Health) and SDG11 (Sustainable Cities). Her work spans economic modeling, healthcare resource allocation, and policy impact assessments.

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Martin VolkerView profile

Associate Professor

Michigan State UniversityUnited States

Martin Volker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education at Michigan State University's College of Education. He holds additional roles as co-director of the MSU Center for Research in Autism, Intellectual, and Other Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (C-RAIND), and director of the C-RAIND Research Assessment Support Unit (C-RAIND RASU). Dr. Volker earned his Ph.D. in combined clinical and school psychology from Hofstra University in 2001, followed by post-doctoral work in early childhood at the Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo. His research focuses on ASD assessment tools, social skills interventions, and behavioral interventions for neurodevelopmental disabilities. Key interests include validating assessment instruments, developing evidence-based interventions, and improving transition programs for individuals with ASD. He emphasizes advocacy for disability inclusion in professional training programs. Volker’s work spans clinical, school, and rehabilitation contexts, with publications addressing psychometric analyses, intervention efficacy, and caregiver support. His contributions include randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating social skills programs and factor analyses refining ASD measurement tools. He also examines systemic issues like testing accommodations for English learners and moderating variables in school interventions. His academic service includes roles in graduate education and interdisciplinary centers focused on neurodevelopmental disabilities. Dr. Volker’s research bridges clinical practice and policy, aiming to improve outcomes for individuals with ASD and their families.

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Jeanie SheffieldView profile

Associate Professor

University of QueenslandAustralia

Dr. Jeanie Sheffield is an Honorary Associate Professor at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland. She maintains an active research profile with numerous publications spanning clinical psychology, child development, and mental health interventions. Her work primarily focuses on supporting children with neurodevelopmental conditions and their families through evidence-based interventions. Dr. Sheffield's research interests span several key areas in clinical psychology and child development. She has made significant contributions to understanding and addressing the needs of children with autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Her work particularly emphasizes parenting interventions, with a strong focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches delivered through both traditional and innovative online formats. She has also conducted important research on depression prevention in adolescents, eating disorders, and the development of quality of life measures for children with chronic health conditions. Analysis of Dr. Sheffield's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on evidence-based interventions for children with neurodevelopmental conditions and their families. Her work demonstrates a progression from foundational research on depression prevention and eating disorders toward more specialized interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder and cerebral palsy. A notable trend is her increasing use of digital and online platforms to deliver psychological interventions, making evidence-based care more accessible to families. Her research often employs rigorous methodologies including randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews. Dr. Sheffield has been involved in significant collaborative research projects, particularly those focused on: Parenting interventions for children with cerebral palsy using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Mental health support for Indigenous populations through digital platforms Development and validation of quality of life measures for children with chronic health conditions Interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder and related conditions

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Toman BarsbaiView profile

Professor

University of BristolUnited Kingdom

Professor Toman Barsbai of the School of Economics at the University of Bristol specializes in development economics with a focus on international migration and cultural behavior. His research combines experimental and observational micro-level data from fieldwork and archives. Lead researcher at Malengo initiative Affiliated with J-PAL and French Collaborative Institute on Migration Member of Philippines' Department of Migrant Workers expert council His work examines migration's economic implications through two core themes: (1) international migration dynamics and (2) cultural behavior economics. Recent studies include labor migration's impact on democratic diffusion, financial literacy training for migrants, and cross-species behavioral convergence. Publications in Science , American Economic Journal: Applied Economics , and Journal of Development Economics demonstrate methodological rigor through randomized controlled trials. Media coverage in BBC, Science, and World Bank Development Impact Blog highlights real-world policy relevance.

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Amanda LeeView profile

Professor

University of AberdeenUnited Kingdom

Professor Amanda Lee is a Chair in Medical Statistics at the University of Aberdeen, affiliated with the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition. She holds the title of Professor since 2006 and has served as Director of the Institute of Applied Health Sciences (IAHS) from 2018 to 2023. Her research focuses on applied medical statistics, epidemiology of vascular diseases, and healthcare equity. She has led the University Medical Statistics Team since 2005 and currently heads the Biostatistics and Health Data Science group. Lee is active in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), co-founding the Women's Development Network in 2020 and serving as IAHS EDI Lead since 2024. Education: MSc in Medical Statistics from Newcastle University (1987), PhD (details unspecified), and extensive postdoctoral experience at the University of Dundee and University of Edinburgh. Her career includes roles as a senior research fellow, Reader, and academic leadership positions. Research Interests: Her work spans biostatistics, vascular disease epidemiology, and health services research. She has contributed to studies on COPD management, surgical training equity, and quality of life in chronic conditions. Notable projects include the BICS RCT on bisoprolol for COPD and analyses of differential attainment in medical examinations. Publications and Grants: Over 250 publications, with recent work on COPD, medical education equity, and surgical training. She has secured £12 million in grants across 84 projects. Teaching includes online courses in research methods and statistics for health professionals. Leadership and Service: Member of numerous university committees, including EDI networks, promotions panels, and policy groups. External roles include statistical editorships, data monitoring committees, and grant review panels.

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