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Dr. Marina Weckend is an Adjunct Professor at Edith Cowan University's School of Nursing and Midwifery, combining roles as an independent midwifery researcher and lecturer. Her work focuses on physiological childbirth processes, woman-centered care, and improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations. She holds a PhD from ECU (2023) and is affiliated with global midwifery organizations including the German Society for Midwifery Science.
Marina's research emphasizes understanding natural pauses (physiological plateaus) during childbirth, with studies conducted in Australia and internationally. She has secured grants totaling over $60,000 for projects exploring plateaus' health impacts, midwifery education equity, and patient-centered service design. Awards include the 2023 ECU Research Medal and HDR Publication Award.
Her teaching spans bachelor's through doctoral programs, prioritizing midwifery student mentorship. Professional networks include collaborations with researchers in Australia, Germany, and beyond. Key affiliations include the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care Research Alliance and leadership in the Childbirth Research collective.
