Maarten Milders is an Associate Professor in Clinical Neuropsychology at the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He holds a secondary appointment in the Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Aging (IBBA). His research focuses on cognitive decline in aging populations, dementia interventions, and the application of meta-analytic methods in healthcare. Key research interests include sensory stimulation effects in nursing homes, caregiver support programs for dementia patients, and the neuroprotective role of physical activity. He has contributed to 16 peer-reviewed publications and led the MOMANT study protocol addressing caregiver support interventions. Dr. Milders teaches courses on Neuropsychology of Aging and Practical Research Skills. His work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being (SDG3) and quality education (SDG4). Collaborations span international institutions with recent work in the Netherlands and other European countries. He currently supervises one PhD thesis and has contributed to datasets published on sensory stimulation effects in dementia care.
Björn Eskofier is a Professor at the School of Advanced Optical Technologies (SAOT) of Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU Erlangen). His research focuses on Machine Learning, Biomedical Engineering, Digital Health, and Sensor Technology with applications in stress detection, gait analysis, and radar-based biomedical monitoring. His 2025 publications demonstrate expertise in machine learning for physiological signal analysis , wearable sensor systems , and radar-based health monitoring across fields like stress response, sleep staging, and palliative care. Current work emphasizes multimodal data fusion and open-source biomedical frameworks . Key collaborations include University Hospital Erlangen , IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society , and European Health Psychology Society . His team develops EmpkinS emotion-based biofeedback systems and gaitmap open-source gait analysis ecosystem.
Associate Professor Lucy Boon Gek Tan is an Australian registered Clinical Psychologist affiliated with James Cook University (Singapore campus). She holds an Associate Professor rank and specializes in Clinical Psychology with a focus on adolescent mental health and mindfulness-based interventions. Her current roles include teaching post-graduate clinical psychology courses, clinical supervision, and research collaboration. Lucy has held previous positions such as Research Fellow at The University of Hong Kong (2012–2014), Lecturer at Queensland University of Technology (2011–2012), and Senior Clinical Psychologist at Royal Children's Hospital (1999–2009). She has extensive experience in clinical practice, spanning 36 years, and is actively involved in bridging research and clinical practice through initiatives like simulating client training for clinical psychologists and implementing skill-based interventions in community services. Her research interests include evaluating program effectiveness, third-wave therapies (e.g., Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), transdiagnostic processes (rumination, clinical perfectionism), and mindfulness-based interventions. Notable collaborations include the Social Cognition Laboratory and partnerships with organizations like the Psychology Board of Australia and the Office of Health Ombudsman. Lucy has received several awards, including the Australian Prime Minister Endeavour Overseas Award (2012) and the Best Research Paper from the Centre of Mindfulness Practice and Research (2011). She emphasizes practical applications of her research, such as commercializing interventions and promoting well-being initiatives for adolescents in Singapore. Her work also involves grant activities, including a 2022–2025 project on community child mental health services and a 2024–2025 adolescent sleep procrastination program. Lucy is currently accepting PhD students and is engaged in clinical consultations, emphasizing her role as a clinician-researcher.
Fabrizia Giannotta is a Guest Researcher at Stockholm University's Department of Public Health Sciences. She holds an Associate Professor title in Psychology and Senior Lecturer role in Public Health. Her work focuses on youth mental health, substance use prevention, and well-being programs. Current projects include FORTE-funded studies on generational mental health decline (2020-2023), fidelity-adaptation in parenting interventions (2020-2024), and alcohol/drug misuse prevention for children aged 6-12 (2022-2024). Her research explores risk factors for adolescent mental health, evaluating prevention programs' efficacy. Notable publications include studies on gambling-linked mental health issues (2022), pandemic mental health shifts (2021), and longitudinal analyses of psychosomatic symptoms (2024). Giannotta's work emphasizes evidence-based interventions and collaborative researcher-practitioner approaches to enhance public health outcomes.
Dr Andrew Tan is a Research Fellow at the Health Economics Group within Monash University's School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Otago and a Master's in International Economics and Finance from the University of Queensland. His expertise spans economic evaluations of healthcare interventions, with a focus on childhood obesity, eating disorders, and modeling techniques. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Dr Tan leads or collaborates on projects such as the Independent Evaluation of the Supporting Recovery Pilot (SRP) and evaluations of pediatric sleep medicine interventions. He has published extensively on topics including cost-effectiveness analysis, systemic health reviews, and global health trends. Education: PhD in Economics (University of Otago), Master's in International Economics (University of Queensland) Research Focus: Economic evaluation methodologies, modeling health outcomes, priority-setting in public health Key Projects: Clinical utility of Level 3 pediatric sleep studies, Head to Health Network evaluation His work bridges economic theory and practical healthcare decision-making, emphasizing evidence-based policy design.
Martha Greenberg is a Professor in the College of Health Professions at Pace University, specializing in BS Nurse Education. She holds a PhD in Nursing Research and Theory Development from New York University and has over three decades of academic and clinical service in nursing education. Education: PhD, Nursing Research and Theory Development, New York University, 1995 MS, Teaching, Hunter College, 1975 BS, Syracuse University, 1972 Diploma, Nursing, Burbank Hospital School of Nursing, 1970 Her research centers on holistic nursing, psychoneuroimmunology, stress management, and complementary therapies such as aromatherapy and humorous imagery. She investigates innovative strategies for anxiety, pain, and sleep disturbance reduction, as well as inclusive practices in nursing research, particularly around sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data collection. Her work bridges theory and clinical application in integrative healing and nursing education. Her recent publications (2017–2024) demonstrate a consistent focus on holistic interventions—especially lavender and humor—for mental health and well-being, alongside systemic issues in nursing such as faculty shortages and SOGI inclusion. These works span journals like Journal of Holistic Nursing , Nursing Research , and Beginnings , reflecting interdisciplinary engagement in nursing science, education, and policy. Scientific Awards and Honors: Medallion for Nursing Leadership, United States Army (2004) Book of the Year Award, AJN (2005) 35 Year Pace Service Award (2013) United States Air Force Educator of the Year (1993) Multiple Faculty Recognition Awards at Pace University (1991–1992) Preceptor Award, New York University (1997) Charter Member, Sigma Theta Tau International (1989) Dr. Greenberg has been actively involved in academic service, professional organizations, and curriculum development. She has taught a wide array of courses in nursing practice, leadership, ethics, and complementary therapies. Her contributions to nursing education extend beyond the classroom through publications, editorial work, and leadership in professional nursing associations. She has not received external grant mentions in the text but shows extensive scholarly output and institutional recognition. She is affiliated with multiple professional organizations including Sigma Theta Tau, Eastern Nursing Research Society, and the American Nurses Association, and serves on committees for alumni associations and nursing honor societies, reflecting a strong commitment to the nursing profession and academic community.
Fadia T. Shaya is a Distinguished University Professor and tenured faculty member in the Department of Practice, Sciences, and Health Outcomes Research at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She also holds an affiliate professorship in the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Shaya directs the Informatics Core at the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research and serves as Executive Director of the Behavioral Health Research and Resource Team (BHRT). She is actively engaged in federal and state advisory roles, including membership on the Maryland Higher Education Commission Faculty Advisory Council and the Board of AcademyHealth. Dr. Shaya’s research focuses on translating data into actionable health insights by integrating social determinants of health with advanced methodologies in human data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Her work spans pharmacoeconomics, pharmacoepidemiology, public health, and clinical informatics to inform clinical practice and health policy. She has developed decision models for drug formulary management and has led initiatives addressing health disparities, medication adherence, and chronic disease management. Her recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and cardiovascular disease, with a recurring focus on health equity, economic modeling, and patient-centered outcomes. The articles demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration and the application of real-world evidence to optimize treatment strategies and reduce healthcare costs. Member, Faculty Advisory Council, Maryland Higher Education Commission Board Member, AcademyHealth Regional Director, Harvard Business School Healthcare Alumni Association Member, FDA Advisory Council for Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Chair, Education, Performance and Evaluation Committee, Delmarva Foundation Member, AHRQ HSVR Study Section and Special Emphasis Panels Dr. Shaya mentors pharmacy, medical, graduate, and post-doctoral students, with her mentees achieving a 100% career placement rate across government, academia, and industry. She has led curriculum development at the School of Pharmacy and teaches in PharmD, PhD, and MS programs. Her research is supported by federal, state, foundation, and commercial grants, and she has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals such as The Lancet , Health Affairs , and Circulation . She has delivered over 250 national and international presentations and serves on the editorial boards of leading journals including Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy and Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research . Dr. Shaya leads the Maryland Cardiovascular Health (MVP) Program and co-led a major NHLBI-funded academic-community research partnership in West Baltimore. Her work emphasizes public-private partnerships and community engagement to reduce the burden of chronic diseases.
David Hupin is an MD-PhD and Sports Doctor affiliated with Université Jean Monnet in Saint-Étienne, France, where he contributes to the ActiFS research team. His work bridges clinical medicine and research, focusing on sports medicine, exercise physiology, and the role of physical activity in health promotion and disease prevention. Graduate studies in medicine and Master 1 in Nantes Postgraduate studies, Master 2, and university thesis completed in Saint-Étienne Medical thesis (2013), University thesis (2016) Dr. Hupin's research centers on fatigue, autonomic nervous system function, aging, and cardiovascular health . He investigates how physical activity influences mortality risk, postoperative outcomes, and neurological well-being, particularly in older adults. His work often involves meta-analyses and systematic reviews, leveraging large datasets to derive clinical insights. The 15 most recent publications analyzed reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining physiology, neurology, cardiology, and public health. Key themes include the use of wearable technology for behavior change, autonomic biomarkers in aging, and the impact of sleep disorders on exercise capacity. His articles appear in high-impact journals such as European Heart Journal , Sports Medicine , and Frontiers series. Notable scientific contributions include: Research on physical activity and mortality reduction Studies on heart rate variability in aging populations Investigations into autonomic dysfunction as a biomarker for stroke prevention Exploration of post-viral fatigue and hypersomnia Dr. Hupin actively collaborates with leading researchers such as François Roche, Jean-Claude Barthelemy, and Vincent Pichot. While no formal students are listed, his collaborative work suggests mentorship and team-based research leadership. He is involved in projects related to fatigue and performance, likely within the ActiFS research infrastructure at Université Jean Monnet.
Prof. Dr. Eline Slagboom serves as Full Professor of Molecular Epidemiology at the Department of Medical Statistics and Bioinformatics, Leiden University Medical Center , and holds a Max Planck Fellow position at the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing . Her research group specializes in understanding molecular mechanisms of human aging through clinical studies, biobanks, and omics technologies. PhD in Biology (Genomic Instability and Ageing, Leiden University) MSc in Biology, Biochemistry (Leiden University) Research focuses on metabolic factors and biomarkers for healthy aging, with particular emphasis on genomic and epigenomic profiling , cell biological studies (skin fibroblasts, stem cells), and longitudinal cohort analysis across aging spectrums. Key projects include the Leiden Longevity Study (3,500 participants since 2002) and collaborations with BBMRI-NL, Dutch Hunger Winter Cohort, and GARP study. Recent publications and methodologies center on metabolomic aging clocks , Mendelian randomization approaches , and signaling pathway analysis (mTOR, MAPK/ERK) in longevity contexts. The group also develops computational tools like MiMIR for metabolomic data analysis. Max Planck Fellow (methodological innovation in aging research) Editorial board member of Aging Cell Leadership in BBMRI-NL and Dutch Consortium for Healthy Ageing Co-chair of Welcome Trust aging conferences Collaborations span LUMC Sequencing Analysis Support Core , Leiden Longevity Study , and international biobank networks. Research outputs include standards for human sample usage in aging studies and lifestyle intervention frameworks.
Anna Grimby Ekman is a Professor in Health Science Statistics at the School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on chronic pain epidemiology, biostatistical methods, and predictive modeling in healthcare. She leads the GothPain research group and the Biostatistics research group, advancing interdisciplinary approaches to chronic pain management and statistical analysis. Education: She holds a PhD in Pain Epidemiology from the Sahlgrenska Academy (2010) and a licentiate thesis in statistical methodology (1997). Teaching includes biostatistics, epidemiology, and pain epidemiology courses at the University of Gothenburg since 1996. She actively supervises master's theses in Mathematical Statistics and medical degree projects. Research interests span chronic pain mechanisms, statistical techniques (e.g., causal inference, Bayesian methods), and translational studies linking biostatistics to clinical outcomes. Her work emphasizes predictive modeling for treatment efficacy and pain rehabilitation strategies. Advising involves leading postgraduate education and supervising projects in pain and biostatistics. Key collaborations include the GothPain network and national/international studies on musculoskeletal disorders, breast reconstruction outcomes, and stress-related health issues. Labs/Teams: Leads the GothPain Chronic Pain Research Group and the Biostatistics Group, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration in healthcare analytics and pain science.
Dr. Cheryl Eschbach is the Director of Michigan State University Extension's Health & Nutrition Institute and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Michigan State University. She has held leadership roles since 2018, overseeing community-based health programs, budgets, and partnerships. Her academic career began at MSU Extension in 2008 as an Educator and Specialist. Education: Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Sciences (Oregon State University), M.S. in Family Sciences and Gerontology (Oregon State University), B.A. in Psychology and Sociology/Anthropology (Oakland University). Research focuses on Health Extension, aging, participatory research, and integrating primary care with community programs. She has authored/co-authored over a dozen peer-reviewed articles and a 2024 book exploring future directions in Cooperative Extension health programs. Grants/Leadership: Principal Investigator on a $600K ACL grant (2023–2027) for chronic disease management, a USDA NIFA grant (2024–2027) on sleep and chronic pain, and oversees MSU Extension’s farm stress outreach (Michigan AgrAbility) and SNAP-Ed grants. She also co-leads the Michigan Substance Use, Prevention, Education, and Recovery (MiSUPER) initiative. Labs/Teams: Directs the Health & Nutrition Institute, collaborates with academic health centers, and leads community engagement projects addressing rural health challenges.
Dr. Kristina Lenker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the Penn State Neuroscience Institute and the Division of Sleep. Her research focuses on sleep health in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and ASD, emphasizing bidirectional sleep-function relationships and adapting evidence-based interventions. She holds a PhD in Pediatric School Psychology from Lehigh University (2018). Teaching: Mentors master's, doctoral, and residency trainees in behavioral sleep medicine (BSM), sleep physiology, and pediatric sleep disorders. Clinical Work: Specializes in insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, nightmares, and hypersomnia, using therapies like CBT-I, chronotherapy, and light therapy. Trains psychology interns and medical residents. Her research employs methods like actigraphy and neurocognitive testing. Recent work examines sleep-autism phenotype relationships, light exposure impacts in ASD, and disparities in insomnia trajectories. She collaborates on resilience-building programs for healthcare professionals. Key contributions include studies on nightmare variability in insomnia and racial disparities in sleep health. Her work aligns with UN SDGs related to health equity and quality education.
Patrik Verstreken is a Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, KU Leuven , leading the Laboratory of Neuronal Communication and the Research Group Molecular Neurobiology at the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Brain & Disease Research . His work bridges molecular mechanisms and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and tauopathies. Primary affiliation: KU Leuven and VIB since 2007 Leadership roles: Head of Laboratory of Neuronal Communication and Research Group Molecular Neurobiology Research focuses on synaptic transmission and protein quality control in neurodegeneration. Using Drosophila , mouse models , and human neurons , his lab investigates: Synaptic autophagy in Parkinson’s disease Tau pathology and synaptic vesicle clustering Cell-type-specific defects in neurodegeneration Metabolic dysregulation in epilepsy and neurodegenerative diseases Recent articles reveal novel mechanisms for: Rab39-controlled Atg9 trafficking in synaptic autophagy (2025) Metabolic rate as a common pathomechanism in epilepsy and neurodegeneration (2025) SGIP1 variants causing recessive parkinsonism (2024) Tau and α-synuclein synaptic toxicity pathways (2024)
J. R. Pereira is a researcher affiliated with the School of Physical Activity Sciences at Lusophone University of Humanities and Technologies. Their work focuses on sports science, physical activity, and health, with a strong emphasis on athletic performance monitoring, sedentary behavior in children, and exercise physiology. Licenciatura in Sports Sciences Mestrado in Physical Education Teaching Mestrado in Sports Training for Children and Youth PhD in Physical Activity and Health Research interests span training load analysis, neuromuscular fatigue, and well-being in elite athletes, particularly volleyball players. They also investigate longitudinal trends in sedentary behavior, motor competence, and cardiovascular health in toddlers and adolescents. Selected publications include studies in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation , Journal of Human Kinetics , and Journal of Sports Sciences . Recent work addresses velocity-based training, wearable recovery garments, and wellness questionnaires in sports contexts. Pereira has contributed to projects like the GET-UP! study, which explores physical activity, sedentary behavior, and health outcomes in young children. They have presented findings at conferences such as the European College of Sport Science Annual Meeting.
Professor Gary Wittert serves as the Mortlock Professor of Medicine at the University of Adelaide within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences and Adelaide Medical School. He holds dual appointments as Senior Consultant Endocrinologist at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Director of the Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men's Health. His academic journey began at Johannesburg's University of Witwatersrand, followed by postgraduate training at Christchurch Hospital and Otago University in New Zealand, with additional training at Harvard Medical School and Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Wittert's research spans five interconnected domains: (1) Peripheral mechanisms of appetite regulation including gastrointestinal hormones and gastric vagal signaling; (2) Weight loss interventions for obesity with endpoints in diabetes and cardiac function; (3) Testosterone physiology and metabolism relationships; (4) Obstructive sleep apnea epidemiology; and (5) Longitudinal cohort studies including the Florey Adelaide Male Ageing Study (FAMAS) tracking 2,500 men aged 35-80 years. His work has established MAILES (Men And Information, Lifestyle, Environments and Systems) as one of Australia's largest male health cohorts. His publication record includes over 350 peer-reviewed papers focusing on obesity, testosterone, and metabolic health. Recent research trends demonstrate increasing emphasis on circadian biology, time-restricted eating, and the intersection of sleep disorders with metabolic diseases. The T4DM trial represents a landmark multicenter study examining testosterone's role in diabetes prevention. Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Senior Principal Research Fellow at South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute Founding Editor-in-Chief of Obesity Research and Clinical Practice Former President of Australasian Society for Study of Obesity Previous Vice President of Asia Oceania Association for Study of Obesity Professor Wittert actively supervises Masters and PhD candidates while leading multiple NHMRC-funded projects including the T4DM diabetes prevention study. He chairs the Weight Management Council of Australia and co-founded both the Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men's Health and the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Nutritional Physiology. His research teams include the Healthy Ageing Research Cluster at the University of Adelaide and large-scale multidisciplinary collaborations examining testosterone physiology and obesity interventions.
