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Alan Robert BowmanView profile

Lecturer

• Pain Management
• Clinical Psychology
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Dr. Alan Robert Bowman is an Academic Tutor in Clinical Psychology at Teesside University's School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Languages (SSSHL). He holds HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist and works part-time as Clinical Director for an independent pain management service. His roles include teaching statistics, research methods, and supervising doctoral theses in the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program. Bowman emphasizes the integration of clinical practice and scientific research, particularly in healthcare contexts. Education: Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Teeside University, 2015), MSc Cognitive Neuroscience (Durham University, 2010), BSc (Hons) Psychology (Durham University, 2009). Research Interests: Focuses on psychological approaches to pain management, social factors in chronic illnesses, and therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). His work explores psychological flexibility, adjustment to long-term health conditions, and the application of evidence-based practices in clinical settings. Recent Research: His publications address interventions for post-traumatic psychological distress, mediating factors in weight-loss surgery outcomes, and virtual compassionate living groups for chronic pain patients. Collaborative efforts include refining neuropsychological assessment tools and evaluating ACT interventions for neurological conditions. External Roles: Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society, member of the Psychological Professions Network’s Physical Health Expert Advisory Group, and contributor to the Division of Clinical Psychology North East Branch.

Jessica BarsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Alcohol use disorder
• Binge eating disorder
• Sex differences
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Jessica Barson, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy and Assistant Dean for Mentoring and Support at Drexel University College of Medicine. Her work focuses on understanding the neural basis of addiction, particularly alcohol use disorder and binge eating disorder, with an emphasis on neuropeptide interactions in the limbic system. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from Princeton University (2009). Postdoctoral training at The Rockefeller University. She leads the Barson Lab, employing advanced techniques like chemogenetics, viral gene manipulation, and behavioral assays to study addiction mechanisms. Research Interests: Investigates sex differences and individual variability in addiction, focusing on the paraventricular thalamus (PVT), nucleus accumbens, and prefrontal cortex. Techniques include quantitative PCR, immunohistochemistry, and operant self-administration models. Recent Work: Explores PACAP's role in ethanol drinking and affective behavior, kappa opioid receptor effects on dopamine, and neurotensin's inhibition of ethanol intake. Her studies highlight the PVT as a key node in emotional processing and addiction pathways. Awards: 2024 Early Career Mentoring Award (Drexel), 2023 Provost Award for Scholarly Productivity Funding: NIH R01 grants (AA028228, AA028218), Pfizer Obesity ASPIRE Grant Lab Team: Mentors graduate and master's students (e.g., Brody Carpenter, Cydney Martin) and oversees research on addiction heterogeneity and precision medicine approaches.

• Trauma and Growth
• Domestic Violence and Abuse
• Well-being
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Keren Cohen is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Social Sciences and Professions, London Metropolitan University. She is a qualified Counselling Psychologist who integrates clinical practice with academic work, focusing on trauma, growth, and well-being. Her teaching includes psychoanalytic and relational psychotherapy, trauma studies, and research methods. Research interests: Keren investigates well-being, resilience, positive psychology, vicarious trauma, and domestic abuse. Her work explores how trauma impacts mental health, including cross-cultural perspectives on posttraumatic growth. Recent publications highlight trauma-related resilience, religious coping mechanisms, social cohesion, and the psychological effects of discrimination. Key themes include domestic violence, vicarious trauma in healthcare professionals, and longitudinal studies on subjective well-being.

• Athletic Training
• Firefighter Health and Performance
• Professional Identity Development
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Kenneth E Games is a Professor in the Department of Applied Medicine & Rehabilitation within the College of Health and Human Services at Indiana State University. He currently serves as Director of the University (since June 2023), following previous leadership roles as Department Director (2014-2023) and Interim Dean (2022-2023). His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Auburn University with expertise in neuromechanics and athletic training. His educational background includes: Graduate Certificate in Life and Career Coaching from Rider University (2017) Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Auburn University (2013) Graduate Certificate in College/University Teaching from Auburn University (2012) M.Ed. in Exercise Science from Auburn University (2011) B.S. in Athletic Training from Grand Valley State University (2009) Dr. Games' research focuses on athletic training professional development, tactical athlete health (particularly firefighters), telemedicine applications, and injury prevention strategies. His work bridges clinical practice with academic research through over 50 publications since 2011. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on professional identity development, workforce retention issues, mental health and well-being of practitioners, and technology applications in clinical practice. His research increasingly addresses systemic issues within the profession, including gender dynamics, workplace satisfaction, and innovative educational approaches. Dr. Games has presented his work extensively at national conferences including the National Athletic Trainers' Association Annual Convention and the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association meetings. His scholarly activities demonstrate a commitment to advancing both the practice and education aspects of athletic training. He has served as a mentor to numerous students and early-career professionals through collaborative publications. His administrative roles indicate significant involvement in program development and academic leadership within his institution. Dr. Games has developed specialized programs for tactical athletes, particularly firefighters, focusing on health and wellness assessment, injury prevention, and performance optimization. His work in this area has led to comprehensive screening assessments and individualized programming for fire service personnel.

Matthew T. TullView profile

Professor

• Emotion Regulation
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Substance Use Disorders
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Matthew T. Tull is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toledo. He holds a PhD from the University of Massachusetts Boston (2005). His research focuses on emotion regulation mechanisms in PTSD, substance use disorders, and risky behaviors. Dr. Tull directs the Personality and Emotion Research and Treatment Laboratory. Education : PhD in Psychology, University of Massachusetts Boston, 2005 Research Interests : Emotion dysregulation and its role in PTSD comorbidity with substance use disorders Risk behaviors including self-injury, suicidality, and high-risk sexual activity Development of brief interventions for substance-dependent populations Neurobiological correlates of emotion regulation failures Grant Highlights : Lead investigator on NIH/NIGMS PTSD-cue attentional bias study ($50,000) Co-PI on CIHR emotion regulation intervention grants totaling over $670,000 CAD Awards : 2009 Chaim & Bela Danieli Young Professional Award (ISTSS) 2010 ABCD President's New Researcher Award Lab Activities : Conducts translational research integrating behavioral experiments, neuroimaging, and clinical trials to develop emotion-focused interventions for trauma-related disorders. Current projects examine decision-making under stress and digital therapeutic applications for adolescent self-injury.

Jessica HamiltonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Adolescent Mental Health
• Suicide Prevention
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Jessica L. Hamilton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, affiliated with the School of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on identifying modifiable risk factors for adolescent depression and suicidality, integrating developmental science with technological advancements like smartphone sensing and ecological momentary assessment. She leads the Hamilton Lab, which emphasizes equity in mental health research and prevention programs. Dr. Hamilton’s work is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) through grants such as the K01 Career Development Award, and she has received recognition from the APA and SSCP. She holds editorial roles at journals including Journal of Youth and Adolescence and Cognitive & Behavioral Practice . Dr. Hamilton earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Temple University (2017), followed by a clinical internship at Western Psychiatric Institute and postdoctoral training in sleep medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses intersections of social media, sleep, and mental health, with a focus on marginalized youth. She has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and actively promotes social justice in academia through mentorship and policy engagement. Her lab’s current projects include studying social media’s dual role as a risk factor and intervention tool for suicide prevention, leveraging digital phenotyping and real-time monitoring. Dr. Hamilton collaborates with diverse stakeholders to translate research into actionable strategies for youth mental health.

Paulo Jorge Teixeira MatosView profile

Professor

• Technological Innovation Entrepreneurship
• Intelligent Decision Support Systems
• Web Semantic
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Paulo Jorge Teixeira Matos is a Professor at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança's Informatic and Communication Department, where he has held a faculty position since 1996. With a PhD in Technologies of programming (2005) and over 40 indexed publications, he bridges academic research with entrepreneurial ventures. His educational background includes: Industrial Electronic Engineering (1994) M.Sc. in Informatics (1999) PhD in Technologies of programming (2005) Matos's research centers on Intelligent Decision Support Systems , Web Semantic , IoT , and Industry 4.0 , with dominant focus on technological innovation entrepreneurship . His work consistently translates theoretical frameworks into practical applications through startups and industry collaborations, emphasizing real-world problem-solving in smart environments and resource optimization. Analysis of his 60+ publications reveals strong trends in smart environmental systems (comfort management, energy efficiency), sports technology immersion, and agricultural/disease control solutions. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computer science with medicine, agriculture, and finance, demonstrating exceptional versatility across domains. He has supervised over 180 students across academic levels and secured participation in major projects including Grace, Arum, Smart-LEM, Smart-Light, and AgriFood. His entrepreneurial leadership spans Techwelf (founded 2013, as CTO/CEO) and Aresta Binária (founded 2017, as CTO), developing products like Welfy HVAC controllers and Pin2Give marketplace that gained international recognition through EDP Innovation and Boston Global Immersion programs.

Julia JonesView profile

Professor

• Public Involvement in Health Research
• Mental Health of Children and Young People
• Physical Health of People with Mental Health Problems
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Professor Julia Jones is a leading academic in public involvement and health at the University of Hertfordshire's School of Health and Social Work. She holds a Professorship in the Centre for Research in Public Health and Community Care (CRIPACC), leading the Public Involvement and Engagement in Health and Care research unit. Her career includes a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Verona (2003-2005) and prior roles at City, University of London (2005-2016). She co-leads the NIHR-funded PHIRST CONNECT team and multiple mental health studies, including the READY Trial and MINDS study. Her research focuses on patient/public involvement (PPI), mental health of youth, physical health in mental illness, and psychosocial support for kidney disease patients. PhD in Health Geography (university unspecified) Marie Curie Fellowship at University of Verona NIHR Programme Development Grant Co-Lead (creative methods for learning disabilities/autism) NIHR grants for READY Trial (youth depression intervention) and MOODMAPS (renal depression management) Research interests emphasize PPI, youth mental health, and interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration. She supervises PhD students and collaborates with local NHS trusts, councils, and charities like Live Life. External roles include Honorary Research Fellow positions at City, University of London and University of Verona. Her projects span societal adaptations post-pandemic digitalization (Bootstrap project), young people's research advisory groups (YPAG), and kidney disease care improvements (EDNA study). She co-leads the Creative Learning Abilities Partnerships (CLAN) project addressing autism and social care needs. Publications highlight boundary spanning in mental healthcare, workplace wellbeing in SMEs, and depression management in chronic illnesses. She actively engages service users/carers through the Service User and Public Involvement Group (SUPI).

• Cognitive Communication Rehabilitation
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Reading and Writing Difficulties
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Yalian Pei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University, College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in cognitive-communication rehabilitation, focusing on traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion recovery, and the application of emerging technologies to improve functional communication outcomes. Her research addresses gaps in post-TBI support, return-to-learn strategies, and home-based therapy solutions. Education Ph.D., Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Georgia (2023) M.A., Speech Language Pathology and Hearing Sciences, University of Musashino (2016) B.A., Chinese Language and Literature, Minzu University of China (2013) B.A., Communication Studies, Jackson State University (2012) Research Interests Dr. Pei’s work emphasizes translational research to bridge clinical practice and technological innovation. Key areas include reading self-efficacy post-TBI, social participation in virtual spaces, and the development of culturally adapted rehabilitation protocols. Her studies often involve mixed methods, leveraging social media data and ecological momentary assessment to understand patient experiences. Grants & Awards Recipient of the ANCDS Student Fellowship (2021) Lead investigator on grants from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion Principal Investigator for projects on multicultural rehabilitation principles and mHealth needs post-TBI Teaching & Service Teaches courses such as Neurogenic Communication Disorders II and Speech Science. Active in academic service, including roles on the ANCDS Race, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee, ACRM mTBI Task Force, and multiple editorial boards. Mentorship includes leading the SUCCESS peer mentoring program for concussion-affected students. Labs & Collaborations Directs the Cognitive Communication Lab at Syracuse University, focusing on interdisciplinary collaborations in neurorehabilitation and health equity.

Nicole RossView profile

Associate Professor

• Low Vision Rehabilitation
• Ocular Disease
• Pediatrics
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Nicole Ross, OD, MSc, FAAO, Dipl AAO LV, is an Associate Professor of Optometry at the New England College of Optometry (NECO) and an attending optometrist at multiple institutions, including the NECO Center for Eye Care, Commonwealth, Perkins School for the Blind, and the Carroll Center for the Blind. She holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) and a Master of Science in Vision Science from NECO, with a Fellowship in Low Vision Rehabilitation at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and a Residency in Vision Rehabilitation at Ohio State University College of Optometry. Her research focuses on low vision rehabilitation , epidemiology of vision impairment , ocular structure-function relationships , and translational research in vision technologies . She leads the Low Vision Lab, collaborating on studies like the Best Aid Study (NIH/NEI-funded) and the CARE project, exploring tele-rehabilitation, device usage, and assistive technologies. Ross has received numerous awards, including the 2021 American Academy of Optometry Diplomate, 2020 Dupuis-Pellerin Faculty Excellence Award, and the 2011 William Feinbloom Award. She actively contributes to professional organizations like the American Academy of Optometry (Secretary of Vision and Aging SIG) and the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (Board Member). Her work emphasizes improving access to care for visually impaired populations, particularly through mobile clinics and telehealth. Key research themes include measuring outcomes of low vision interventions, optimizing assistive devices, and understanding factors influencing rehabilitation success.

Kevin BieseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Injury Risk Assessment
• Injury Prevention Strategies
• Athletic Training
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Kevin Biese is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Athletic Training at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. He holds a PhD from UW-Madison and has a background in athletic training and research focused on youth and collegiate sports safety. His work emphasizes injury prevention, sport specialization impacts, and community-based research to improve athletic participation and health. Education: BS, University of Wisconsin-Madison MA, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison Research Focus: Dr. Biese’s research investigates injury risk reduction, sport specialization effects on physical/mental health, and the sociocultural factors influencing youth athlete well-being. He has developed tools like the Wisconsin Sport Specialization Questionnaire (WISSQ) to assess youth athletic participation patterns. His work highlights connections between sport specialization, overuse injuries, and social dynamics like family time and socioeconomic disparities. Articles Overview: Recent studies focus on sport specialization’s impact on injury rates, mental health during the pandemic, and clinical management challenges for underserved populations. His work bridges academic research with community applications to enhance athlete safety and accessibility. Awards: None explicitly mentioned in provided texts. Advising & Grants: While no advisees are listed, Dr. Biese emphasizes mentorship in fostering student passion for kinesiology and community-focused research. His grants likely support projects addressing youth sports health equity, though specific details are not provided. Labs/Teams: Engaged with athletic training programs and community organizations to implement injury prevention strategies and evaluate sport participation outcomes.

Christos PanagiotopoulosView profile

Professor

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Social Work Education
• Mental Health Services
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Christos Panagiotopoulos is a Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Nicosia's School of Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Practice and Research from The University of Manchester (2002). His work focuses on child/adolescent mental health, interdisciplinary social work practices, and welfare systems, with a regional emphasis on Cyprus. He serves on the editorial boards of the European Journal of Social Work and the Czech and Slovak Journal of Social Work , and leads the European Association of Schools of Social Work’s executive committee since 2017. Key areas of expertise include social work education reform, migrant healthcare access, Roma community inclusion, and policy analysis. His research spans over two decades, with notable contributions to child welfare systems, mental health service evaluation, and cross-cultural studies on self-injurious behaviors among social work students. Panagiotopoulos advocates for culturally responsive social work practices and has co-edited seminal books like School and Social Work: Applied Interdisciplinary Practices and Financial Crisis and Social Work: Mediterranean Vignettes . His recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to address child welfare challenges, stakeholder engagement in policy-making, and the role of education in shaping professional competencies. He remains an influential voice in redefining social work education to reflect local contexts while addressing global challenges.

Elizabeth WeybrightView profile

Associate Professor

• Adolescent Health Promotion
• Substance Use Prevention
• Prevention Science
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Dr. Elizabeth Weybright is an Associate Professor and Adolescent Extension Specialist at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the Department of Human Development in the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences. She also holds roles in the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine and the Firearm Injury & Policy Research Program at the University of Washington. Her work bridges prevention science, health extension, and rural health equity, focusing on adolescent health promotion, substance use prevention, and firearm injury prevention. Education: Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University; M.S. and B.S. from Indiana University. Professional Experience: Includes roles as Co-Director of the Northwest Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Collaborative and Interim Director of the Extension Youth and Families Program Unit at WSU. Research Interests: Grounded in prevention science and systems theory, her work addresses adolescent substance use, firearm behavior, boredom, and positive youth development. She emphasizes leveraging Cooperative Extension networks for rural health equity, including adapting evidence-based programs like Strengthening Families Program 10-14 for virtual delivery and legalized cannabis contexts. Recent studies explore rural firearm experiences, opioid provider needs, and youth engagement strategies. Funding: Secured over $5.6M as PI and $7.8M as co-PI from agencies like USDA, SAMHSA, and foundations. Notable grants include the $1.3M NW ROTAC initiative and firearm safety research funded by Grandmothers Against Gun Violence. Lab Leadership: Oversees the Pullman Adolescent Health Promotion Lab, focusing on firearm injury prevention, boredom research, and community-based interventions. Student Mentorship: Advises graduate and undergraduate students in prevention science and health promotion research. Labs/Teams: Active in the Adolescent Health Promotion Lab and collaborates with the Firearm Injury & Policy Research Program. Recent lab initiatives include evaluating virtual prevention programs and hosting YPAR (Youth Participatory Action Research) projects.

• Biomechanics
• Sports Biomechanics
• Postural Control
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Prof. Bogdan Bacik is a Professor and Head of the Biomechanics Department at the Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice. His academic work focuses on biomechanical analysis of human movement, postural control, and ergonomics. He teaches courses such as 'Biomechanical Motion Analysis' and 'Biomechanics and Ergonomics,' emphasizing practical applications in sports and rehabilitation. Research interests include postural stability in athletes, biomechanics of sports techniques (e.g., fencing lunges), and the impact of fatigue on motor control. His studies also explore rehabilitation biomechanics and the integration of technology (e.g., VR simulators) in training. Bacik’s articles analyze topics like pedestrian dynamics, collective motion patterns, and the biomechanics of combat sports. He actively supervises academic programs and coordinates advanced biomechanics laboratories. No formal awards are listed, but his extensive teaching and research contributions are central to his profile.

• Psychopharmacology
• Behavioral Addictions
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Erman ŞENTÜRK, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Üsküdar University's Faculty of Medicine. His academic career began with a medical degree from Dokuz Eylül University (2011), followed by a psychiatry residency at Gazi University (2016) and a PhD in Psychiatry from Gazi University (2017). He has been actively publishing in international journals since 2021, focusing on behavioral addictions, chronic pain psychology, and eating disorders. Research interests include: psychopharmacology applications in behavioral disorders, cryptocurrency addiction mechanisms, chronic pain's psychological dimensions, and the intersection of diet with mental health. His work often explores digital-age mental health challenges such as AI's role in clinical practice and social media's impact on psychiatric conditions. Notable publications analyze antidepressant response accuracy between ChatGPT-4o vs human psychiatrists (2025), pain-cognition relationships in headache patients (2023), and meat-free diets' mental health correlations (2023). He presents regularly at major psychiatry conferences including the 9th Psychiatry Summit in Antalya (2024) and has contributed to peer-reviewed journals like the Korean Journal of Pain and Eating and Weight Disorders. No awards or grants are explicitly listed, but his active publication record indicates ongoing research collaborations. Courses taught include psychiatric specialty modules during the 2023-2024 academic year at Üsküdar University.