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Maria José Angélico GonçalvesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Information Systems
• Knowledge Management
• Higher Education
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Maria José Angélico Gonçalves serves as Senior Lecturer and President of the Scientific Board at the School of Accounting and Business, Polytechnic Institute of Porto, Portugal, while also contributing as an integrated researcher at CEOS.PP (Centre for Organizational and Social Studies). Education: Ph.D. in Software Engineering from University of Vigo (dissertation on reusable components and human-machine interfaces with distinction Sobresaliente cum laude) MSc in Computer Engineering from Faculty of Engineering of University of Porto (FEUP) Research Profile: Information Systems architecture and implementation Knowledge Management frameworks in organizational contexts Higher Education digital transformation eLearning platform design and pedagogy Her scholarly output spans books, edited volumes, journal articles (including Scientific Citation Index publications), and conference proceedings, with emphasis on international collaborative projects and scientific event organization. She maintains active membership in multiple international academic associations and committees. Professional Engagement: Integrated researcher at CEOS.PP focusing on organizational studies Extensive participation in EU-funded and global research initiatives

Kimberly ShotickView profile

Assistant Professor

• Library Science
• Information Science
• Accessibility in Libraries
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Kimberly Shotick serves as Assistant Professor and Student Success Librarian at Dominican University, specializing in accessibility, inclusion, and universal design for learning within academic libraries. She actively contributes to the Journal of Library Outreach and Engagement as an editor and participates in professional organizations including ALA and ACRL. Her educational credentials include: 2014, M.A., Communication, Media, and Theatre, Northeastern Illinois University 2011, M.S., Library and Information Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Shotick's research examines systemic barriers in library services through frameworks like universal design for learning and EDI policy analysis. Her work addresses practical implementation of accessibility standards, neurodiversity considerations in library design, and strategies for equitable information literacy instruction. She bridges theoretical concepts with actionable solutions for library practitioners. Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals a cohesive focus on dismantling oppressive structures in academic libraries. Recurring themes include policy reform through EDI lenses, UDL applications in digital instruction, and marketing techniques that prioritize inclusive user engagement. Her scholarship consistently connects accessibility initiatives with broader social justice objectives in information science. Professional activities encompass national conference presentations on topics ranging from neurodiversity to policy evaluation, demonstrating leadership in advancing library practices through evidence-based approaches and community-centered frameworks.

Ruth Madden ForemanView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Anxiety
• Dermatology
• Health Literacy
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Dr. Ruth Madden Foreman is a Clinical Associate Professor at Duquesne University School of Nursing, where she integrates academic instruction with active clinical practice in primary and urgent care settings. As a dedicated nurse practitioner with credentials including DNP, RN, FNP-BC, CRNP, and CNE, she serves patients of all ages while advancing nursing education through evidence-based teaching approaches that reflect current clinical realities. Dr. Foreman's educational foundation includes comprehensive training from Columbia University: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Her research program spans multiple critical areas in contemporary nursing practice, with particular focus on anxiety management in clinical settings, dermatological conditions across diverse skin types, health literacy initiatives, pharmacogenomics applications in primary care, and congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV). She approaches these topics with a commitment to improving patient outcomes through practical implementation of evidence-based practices. Recent publications demonstrate an evolving emphasis on health disparities, virtual health education, and specialized care for vulnerable populations including children with disabilities and oncology patients. Her collaborative research approach is evident in frequent co-authorship across multiple clinical specialties, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement that bridges academic knowledge with community health needs. Dr. Foreman contributes to scholarly discourse as a reviewer for prestigious journals including BMJ and The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, demonstrating peer recognition of her expertise in clinical evaluation and evidence-based practice. Her academic and clinical work demonstrates active engagement with student development, particularly evident in her research on clinical practice anxiety among BSN students. The quality improvement project on virtual health literacy education indicates involvement in practice-based initiatives that translate academic knowledge into community health solutions. While no specific laboratory is mentioned, Dr. Foreman's extensive co-authorship network suggests participation in interdisciplinary research teams focused on primary care innovation, health literacy, and specialized clinical practice areas including dermatology and pediatrics.