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• Aging
• Neurorehabilitation
• Learning and Memory
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Sydney Schaefer is an Associate Professor in the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), with affiliations in the Neurodegenerative Disease Research Center. She earned a B.S. in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University, a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Penn State, and completed postdoctoral training in Stroke Rehabilitation at Washington University in St. Louis. Her research focuses on motor-based screening tools for Alzheimer’s disease and improving neurorehabilitation strategies for aging populations, emphasizing how cognitive impairment impacts motor skill learning. Her work is funded by the NIH, American Heart Association, and non-profit foundations. She co-founded Neurosessments LLC, a startup developing clinical tools for dementia risk assessment. Key research areas include diffusion MRI biomarkers, cortical thickness predictors, and functional motor task analysis for early disease detection. Her studies bridge motor control, neuroimaging, and cognitive neuroscience to address aging-related challenges. Publications highlight innovations in online motor learning games, reliability of unsupervised assessments, and demographic impacts on screening tools. Collaborations emphasize translational research, with applications in primary care and community-based screening. Ongoing efforts explore dopamine’s role in motor learning for Parkinson’s disease and the feasibility of remote neuropsychological testing.

Jonathan WaiView profile

Associate Professor

• Education Policy
• Spatial Thinking
• Talent Development
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Jonathan Wai is an Associate Professor and the 21st Century Endowed Chair in Education Policy at the University of Arkansas, Department of Education Reform, with a courtesy appointment in Psychology. He also serves as Affiliate Faculty in Educational Psychology at the University of Alabama. His research integrates psychology with education policy, focusing on spatial thinking, talent development, higher education equity, and science communication. Wai leads the Wai Lab and the SMART initiative, advocating for evidence-based policies to support gifted students and underrepresented groups. Wai holds a Ph.D. in Quantitative Methods for Psychology from Vanderbilt University, with prior appointments at Duke University, Geisinger Health System, and Case Western Reserve University. His work bridges academic research and public scholarship, addressing systemic inequities in education through policy advocacy and empirical studies. His research spans spatial reasoning’s role in STEM success, the impact of universal gifted education policies, and the influence of elite education on career outcomes. He has been recognized with awards such as Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science, multiple Mensa Awards, and the Education Week Top 200 Education Scholars ranking. Wai’s grants include funding from Schmidt Futures, the Institute of Education Sciences, and the Walton Family Foundation. His publications in journals like Science, Nature Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, and Gifted Child Quarterly highlight interdisciplinary approaches to talent development and educational equity. He also serves on editorial boards for high-impact journals and advisory groups for organizations like MATHCOUNTS and the College Board Admissions Research Consortium.

Cubby L GardnerView profile

Researcher

• Military Nursing
• Genomics
• Health Informatics
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Cubby L Gardner , PhD and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C), serves as a researcher at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences under the Graduate School of Nursing . His work bridges military healthcare challenges with clinical research, focusing on patient outcomes and health technology integration. Dr. Gardner’s research spans multiple domains, including Military health behavior analysis and health literacy Cardiovascular monitoring in heart failure patients Psychiatric aeromedical evacuation trends Genomic medicine implementation in military settings Mental health transport protocols Deployed healthcare quality metrics Analysis of his publications reveals a consistent emphasis on military-specific health issues, particularly in deployed environments. His work explores nocturnal physiological variability, genomic sequencing applications, and mental health crisis management, often utilizing scoping reviews and comparative studies. Dr. Gardner’s scientific collaborations include projects like the MilSeq Project and STRONG STAR Consortium , which aim to advance personalized medicine and PTSD treatment for service members. His research also addresses critical gaps in en route combat casualty care priorities.

• Developmental Psycholinguistics
• Early Speech Perception
• Word Segmentation
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Mireia Marimon Tarter is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Center for Brain and Cognition, Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), Spain, where she leads an EU-funded Marie Curie project on statistical learning in bilingual and at-risk infants. She is part of the Speech Acquisition and Perception (SAP) group led by Prof. Núria Sebastián-Gallés. Previously, she was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Potsdam and held visiting positions at UCLA and Université Paris Descartes. Ph.D. in Linguistics (Early Language Development), University of Potsdam, Germany (2019) M.Sc. in Cognitive Science and Language, University of Barcelona, Spain (2015) Her research focuses on early speech perception, word segmentation, and statistical learning in infants. She investigates how infants extract words from fluent speech, the role of prosody and phonological encoding, and links to later language development. A significant part of her work addresses methodological challenges in infant research, including reliability of behavioral methods, individual differences, and web-based data collection . Her recent publications span topics such as pupillometry, artificial grammar learning, social robots in language acquisition, and innovative infant testing tools. The studies reveal trends in neurocognitive methods in developmental science , with increasing use of physiological measures (pupillometry), digital tools (web-based games), and cross-linguistic designs . She has received multiple scientific awards and competitive grants: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023–2025) Postdoc Prize from Brandenburg in Human and Social Sciences (2022) Volkswagen Foundation "Open Up" Research Grant (2026–2027, Co-PI) Labex EFL Mobility Grant (2019) KoUP Cooperation Funding (2021) Paper of the Month, Research Focus Cognitive Sciences (March 2022) Mireia Marimon Tarter has supervised master's theses at Universitat Oberta de Catalunya and taught courses in psychobiology of language, cognitive neuroscience, and language acquisition at UPF, UOC, and the University of Potsdam. She has contributed to major collaborative projects such as ManyBabies (MB3N) and served on academic committees including the Study Commission at the University of Potsdam. She is also involved in science communication as coordinator of the Kinder Schaffen Wissen Social Media Team. Her current research is conducted within the Speech Acquisition and Perception (SAP) Group at UPF, which focuses on the cognitive and neural bases of language acquisition. She previously contributed to the "Crossing The Borders" project (DFG-funded) and the "Toytest" project at the University of Potsdam, aimed at early detection of language disorders.

• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Hip Disorders
• Pain Management
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Jens Kristinsson serves as a Chief Physician ( Ledende overlæge ) at Aalborg University Hospital within The Faculty of Medicine's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He maintains an active clinical and research profile focused on complex orthopaedic conditions, particularly those affecting the hip and knee joints. His primary research interests include: Hip disorders and pain management Osteoid osteoma and bone tumors Fracture treatment in children and adolescents Rehabilitation engineering Greater trochanteric pain syndrome Intraneural ganglion cysts Kristinsson's scholarly work demonstrates a strong commitment to both clinical innovation and patient-centered outcomes. His research portfolio spans qualitative assessment of patient experiences, surgical technique development for complex joint disorders, and validation of clinical assessment instruments. Recent publications reveal particular expertise in managing challenging hip pathologies involving both bony and soft tissue structures, as well as innovative approaches to pediatric orthopaedic trauma. His work on the Danish translation of the VISA-G assessment tool highlights his dedication to improving clinical evaluation methods in his specialty. His publications have received citations in scholarly literature and some media attention, indicating recognition within the orthopaedic community. Kristinsson frequently collaborates with colleagues including H.P. Jensen, R. Elsoe, and others across multiple institutions, demonstrating active participation in the broader research network.

• Urology
• Prostate Cancer
• Robot-Assisted Surgery
• +7 more

Mike Allan Mortensen is a clinical researcher in the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Research Unit of Urology in Odense. His work focuses on urological oncology, particularly prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment, and surgical innovation. He contributes to clinical research involving robotic surgery, PET/CT imaging, and biomarker validation. His research interests lie at the intersection of urology, oncology, and surgical technology. He investigates prostate cancer detection using urine and plasma biomarkers, AI-driven analysis of PET/CT scans for lymph node metastasis, and performance assessment in robot-assisted radical prostatectomy . His studies often involve prospective clinical designs and collaborations across Danish medical centers. The recent publications indicate a strong trend toward integrating artificial intelligence in diagnostic imaging, enhancing surgical evaluation methods, and improving risk stratification in prostate cancer. His work bridges clinical practice with technological innovation in urological oncology. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: No formal students or advisees listed. No grants explicitly mentioned, though involvement in prospective studies suggests potential grant-supported research. Labs and Teams: Dr. Mortensen is part of the Research Unit of Urology at Odense University Hospital and collaborates within the clinical research network at the University of Southern Denmark. His work involves multidisciplinary teams in urology, radiology, and medical technology, particularly in AI applications and surgical simulation research.

Cornelia van DiepenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Person-Centered Care
• Healthcare Policy
• Nursing
• +3 more

Cornelia van Diepen serves as an Assistant Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, specializing in Socio-Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on person-centered care, healthcare workforce well-being, and psychosocial interventions in clinical settings. Person-Centered Care : Investigating its impact on staff stress and job satisfaction. Occupational Health : Developing tools like the Capacity to Work Index for mental health assessment. Qualitative Methodology : Studying pandemic effects on nursing home staff and BRCA-related care frameworks. Recent publications highlight collaborations across Europe, emphasizing stress reduction in hospital environments (2025) and validating healthcare metrics (2024). No awards, students, or lab details are explicitly mentioned in the provided profile.

Mikkel Bek ClausenView profile

Associate Professor

• Musculoskeletal Health
• Shoulder Pain
• Physical Therapy
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Mikkel Bek Clausen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Denmark. His work focuses on musculoskeletal health, implementation science, and exercise-based interventions for shoulder pain and related disorders. He collaborates with clinicians, researchers, and healthcare practitioners to advance patient-centered care. Key Research Areas: Shoulder pain management, subacromial pain syndrome, self-management strategies, behavioral change, digital health tools. Methodological Expertise: Systematic reviews, qualitative studies, clinical trials, reliability assessments. Email: mikkelbc@hst.aau.dk

• Empathy
• Prosocial Behavior
• Child Development
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Simone Roerig-Zijlstra serves as an External PhD Candidate within the Clinical Developmental Psychology department at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences. Her academic work focuses on bridging theoretical frameworks with practical child-centered research methodologies. Her research interests center on childhood empathy development and prosocial behaviors , with particular emphasis on contextual factors influencing these abilities. She pioneered theatre-based elicitation techniques for studying children's mental state attribution, combining mixed-methods approaches to capture both quantitative measurements and qualitative lived experiences. Her work critically examines how individual empathic abilities interact with social processes in everyday environments, challenging purely individualistic models of child development. Analysis of her publication trends reveals consistent focus on developmental psychology through innovative methodological lenses. Her research demonstrates increasing sophistication in contextual analysis, evolving from foundational studies on mental state recognition (2017) toward integrated frameworks examining how empathy abilities 'go social' in naturalistic settings (2023). Key thematic threads include the role of familiarity in social cognition, adaptation of research tools for child participants, and methodological bridging between quantitative and qualitative paradigms. Rogerig-Zijlstra actively disseminates her work through academic presentations, including lectures on contextualizing children's empathy and designing mixed-methods bridges. Her research has garnered attention across academic platforms with multiple Mendeley reader clusters and social media engagement, though formal awards are not documented in available sources. Her collaborative network includes prominent researchers like L. Krabbendam and S.J.T.M. Evers, with projects frequently examining empathy through interdisciplinary lenses combining psychology, neuroscience, and educational practice. Current work appears focused on translating developmental findings into practical applications for childhood well-being.

Thomas Johansen LosnegardView profile

Professor

• Exercise physiology
• Biomechanics
• Motor learning
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Thomas Johansen Losnegard is a Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences within the Institute of Physical Performance. He serves as Professor in skiing with primary responsibility for cross-country skiing research and teaching, while also holding the position of Head of Department of Endurance at the Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen) and leading the "Sports Technology group". Dr. Losnegard earned his PhD from the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in 2013 with research focused on determinations of performance in elite cross country skiing. His academic journey has established him as a leading expert in winter sports performance physiology and biomechanics. Professor Losnegard's research spans exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and performance analyses, with particular emphasis on cross-country skiing applications. His work examines pacing strategies, physiological demands of competition, and the development of objective measurement tools for athletic performance. He has made significant contributions to understanding sex differences in skiing performance, test-retest reliability of performance variables, and the influence of race duration on physiological parameters. His research bridges theoretical sports science with practical coaching applications through his work with Olympiatoppen. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with multiple 2024-2025 articles focusing on pacing demands, performance measurement, and training characteristics in elite endurance sports. These works reflect his ongoing commitment to advancing knowledge in winter sports performance. Innovative Education award from the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (2018) Education Award for outstanding efforts for educational quality at the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences (2018) Professor Losnegard has supervised more than 20 master's students throughout his career and holds main responsibility for cross-country skiing courses in the bachelor program. He serves as course leader for "Training Theory" (IDR109) and has developed educational content that integrates cutting-edge research with practical application. His collaboration with Olympiatoppen has resulted in significant contributions to training methodology, including work on the Olympiatoppen Intensity Scale. As head of the "Sports Technology group," he leads research efforts focused on developing and implementing objective measurement tools for athletic performance. His work with the Olympiatoppen Intensity Scale demonstrates his commitment to translating research into practical coaching tools that benefit Norwegian elite athletes across endurance sports.

Elizabeth TeelView profile

Assistant Professor

• Concussion
• Neurophysiology
• Rehabilitation
• +3 more

Elizabeth Teel is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology at Concordia University. Her research focuses on concussion neurophysiology and rehabilitation, utilizing neuroimaging and clinical assessments to improve brain function recovery. Education: BA (Highest Honors) in Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill PhD in Human Movement Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MSc in Kinesiology, Penn State University Research Highlights: Dr. Teel directs the Concussion Neurophysiology and Rehabilitation Research Lab (CeRebRaL Lab), aiming to reduce repeat injury risk and enhance return-to-activity protocols. Her work spans concussion recovery, neuroimaging, and clinical assessment technologies. Teaching: EXCI 310 Research Methods EXCI 421 Honors Seminar: Current Topics in Health and Exercise Science EXCI612/HEXS 810 Laboratory Techniques EXCI 624/HEXS801 Special Topics Seminar Labs & Teams: Director of the CeRebRaL Lab Collaboration with CARE Consortium Investigators Research partnerships with McGill University and NCAA-DoD institutions

Jason K GrimesView profile

Associate Professor

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Scapular Kinematics
• Shoulder Function
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Jason K Grimes, PT, PhD, OCS, ATC serves as an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy and Director of the Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program at Sacred Heart University's College of Health Professions. With a career spanning since 2008, he has progressed through academic ranks from Clinical Assistant Professor (2010) to Clinical Associate Professor (2017), and attained promotion with tenure to Associate Professor in 2023. His clinical expertise focuses on musculoskeletal examination and intervention in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, with special emphasis on orthopedic physical therapy and shoulder dysfunction. BS in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University MPT in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University DPT from Nova Southeastern University (2013-2017) PhD in Physical Therapy, Nova Southeastern University (2011-2017) Dr. Grimes' research explores scapular kinematics, manual therapy applications, and shoulder function optimization. His work spans clinical practice guidelines for rotator cuff injuries, hip biomechanics assessment tools like the SOAR test, and cardiovascular responses to manual therapy techniques. Key thematic areas include: Orthopedic physical therapy interventions Shoulder pathology and rehabilitation Manual therapy physiological effects Musculoskeletal assessment validation Sports injury prevention strategies Scientific recognition includes: American Physical Therapy Association's Mary McMillan Award (2003) SHU Teaching Excellence Award (2016/2017) SHU Tenure and Promotion (2023) Active in clinical practice since 2007 board-certified specialist status, he combines academic leadership with practical implementation of advanced techniques including manual therapy and functional capacity evaluations.

Kristine De MartelaerView profile

Professor

• Sports Science
• Exercise Physiology
• Youth Sports Development
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Kristine De Martelaer is a Professor in the Department of Movement and Sport Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Her research spans multiple domains including sports science, physical education, aquatic literacy, and child development. With an h-index of 20 and 321 research outputs, she has established herself as a leading researcher in movement sciences. Her primary research interests focus on motor competence in children , physical literacy development , aquatic safety and literacy , and teacher burnout prevention . Dr. De Martelaer's work examines the relationship between perceived and actual water competence in children, develops assessment tools for aquatic skills, and investigates how physical activity patterns affect burnout risk among educators. Her research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in educational settings. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong trends in European comparative studies on physical literacy implementation, development of assessment tools for water competence, and the relationship between physical activity domains and teacher wellbeing. Her work increasingly focuses on practical interventions in educational settings, including obstacle courses for motor development and aquatic literacy frameworks for children. Dr. De Martelaer has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, with thesis topics ranging from motor competence assessment to aquatic risk management tools. She has secured significant research funding through projects like ALFAC (Aquatic Literacy For All Children), CPR unLMTD, and COMP@S, demonstrating her ability to lead large-scale collaborative research initiatives across European institutions. Her research is conducted through the Movement and Nutrition for Health and Performance research group, where she collaborates with experts in sports science, pedagogy, and public health. Current projects emphasize practical applications of research findings in educational settings, particularly focusing on translating evidence into effective teaching practices for both physical education and water safety education.

Andrea Kristina WunschView profile

Researcher

• Environmental economics
• Environmental assessment
• Climate change adaptation
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Dr. Andrea Kristina Wunsch serves as a Researcher in the Global Commons and Climate Policy research group at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW) since August 2021. She also maintains an association with Christian-Albrechts University of Kiel (CAU) through her doctoral work and ongoing research collaborations. Her academic background includes: Bachelor's degree in Economics from University of Bonn Master's degree in Economics from Ruhr University Bochum Doctorate from the Institute for Environmental, Resource and Regional Economics at Kiel University (CAU) through the 'Quantitative Economics' doctoral program Dr. Wunsch specializes in applying stated preference methods to understand public perception and acceptance of climate change policies. Her research employs sophisticated choice experiment methodologies to measure willingness to pay for environmental goods and assess adaptation strategies. She has developed expertise in identifying attribute non-attendance in survey responses and improving the reliability of stated preference data through innovative approaches like the 'think-aloud' methodology. Her work bridges theoretical economic models with practical environmental policy applications, particularly in coastal and marine contexts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on methodological rigor in environmental valuation, with increasing sophistication in experimental design. Her research trajectory shows progression from foundational test-retest analyses to more complex investigations of decision rules in climate adaptation contexts, with particular emphasis on the Baltic Sea region. The thematic evolution demonstrates growing attention to ocean-based climate solutions and carbon dioxide removal strategies. Dr. Wunsch actively contributes to multiple research projects including: 'GoCoase – Coastal Protection Strategies for Adaptation to Climate Change: Institutional Governance and Societal Response' (doctoral work) 'SeaStore – Restoration of Seagrass Meadows as a Contribution to Increasing Marine Biodiversity' (previous project) 'SeaO2-CDR – Strategies for the Evaluation and Assessment of Ocean-Based Carbon Dioxide Removal' (current project) Her collaborative approach is evident through partnerships with researchers at CAU Kiel University, Berlin School of Economics and Law, and international colleagues. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source material, her involvement in multiple substantial research projects indicates successful grant acquisition and management capabilities.

• Medical Education
• Neonatology
• Clinical Research
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Zubair Amin is an Associate Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine , National University of Singapore, specializing in Paediatrics and Neonatology. With dual appointments as Senior Consultant at the National University Health System and Senior Consultant in Neonatology at National University Hospital since 2012, he combines clinical expertise with academic leadership. Master of Health Professions Education (University of Illinois at Chicago, 1998) Diplomate, American Board of Paediatrics (1997) Research Contributions span two distinct phases: (1) Medical Education Innovation (1998-2012) where he led curriculum reforms including the geriatric module and technology-enabled assessment , and (2) Clinical Neonatology Research (2018-present) focusing on antenatal steroid therapy , NICU infection control , and quality of care metrics like PRECIOUS. Key Research Areas include Optimizing antenatal steroid dosing for preterm infants Development of parent-reported quality of care instruments Waterless ICU infection prevention strategies Global neonatal health outcomes through AsianNeo collaboration Teaching Philosophy emphasizes learner-centered pedagogy , tiered faculty development , and curriculum modernization . He has conducted over 50 educational workshops across 15 countries, advocating structured medical education frameworks that balance didactic instruction with experiential learning. Current Research Grants include $850,000 NMRC Population Health Research Grant for ECC prevention (Site PI, NUH) $250,000 MOE Tier 1/NUHS Seed Fund for low-dose antenatal steroids (Co-I) $250,000 MOE Tier 1/NUHS Seed Grant for pump-free ECMO system development (PI) Clinical Innovations feature First documented waterless NICU implementation (J Hosp Infect 2025) Global consensus on technology in assessment (Med Teach 2024) Low-dose steroid regimens reducing neurodegenerative risks (BMC Med 2024)