جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jess Whitleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inclusive Education
• Special Education
• School Attendance and Absenteeism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jess Whitley is a Full Professor and Vice-Dean for Research and Professional Development at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Education, where she holds a University Research Chair on Inclusion, Mental Health and School Attendance in partnership with Crossroads Children's Mental Health Centre. Her work focuses on improving educational experiences for students with special needs through research, teaching, and policy engagement. Dr. Whitley earned her educational qualifications from prestigious Canadian institutions: Ph.D. in Educational Psychology – Special Education, University of Alberta (2006) M.A. in Educational Psychology – Inclusive Education, McGill University (2003) B.A. in Education (Primary/Junior), University of Ottawa (2001) H.B.A. in Psychology, University of Ottawa (2000) Her research centers on school attendance and absenteeism, inclusive education policy, mental health literacy in schools, and teacher preparation for inclusive classrooms. She employs diverse methodologies including longitudinal surveys, focus groups, and community-based participatory research to examine psychosocial functioning and mental health of students with special needs. Her work has gained significant media attention through outlets like The Globe and Mail, CBC, and The Conversation. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on pandemic impacts on vulnerable students, school attendance challenges, and inclusive education policy implementation. Her research spans educational psychology, mental health promotion, and special education policy with particular emphasis on collaborative approaches between schools, families, and community organizations. Her notable recognitions include: Prix commémoratif Carol Crealock (2022) Prix du nouveau chercheur from the University of Ottawa (2011) Dr. Whitley actively supervises numerous graduate students and leads major research initiatives including the Canadian School Attendance Partnership, developmental evaluation of Nova Scotia's Inclusive Education Policy, and the Ontario School Inclusion Survey. She has secured significant funding from SSHRC and other agencies to support her collaborative research with community organizations and school boards across Canada. Her laboratory work centers on the Canadian School Attendance Partnership and the CCMHC-uOttawa Partnership, focusing on data-driven approaches to understanding school attendance problems and developing evidence-based interventions for students with mental health challenges and special educational needs.

• Cluster Randomized Trials
• Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
• Obesity Prevention
• +۶ مورد دیگر

James Martin is an Associate Professor in Applied Health Sciences with extensive research activity spanning multiple disciplines including maternal health, obesity prevention, and health economics. His work primarily focuses on cluster randomized trials, cost-effectiveness analysis, and implementation science across global health contexts. His research interests form a distinctive fingerprint centered around Cluster Randomized Trials (100%), Randomized Controlled Trials in Medicine and Dentistry (69%), Cost-effectiveness analysis (35%), and Obesity Prevention (27%). Dr. Martin has made significant contributions to understanding Body Mass Index applications (26%) and Childhood Obesity interventions (26%) in diverse healthcare settings. Recent publication trends reveal a strategic shift toward integrating technological innovations with traditional health research, particularly evident in his 2025 work on Generative AI applications in health research education and data analysis. His research output shows consistent productivity with 49 total publications, including significant contributions to high-impact journals such as The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Women's Health and Nature Medicine. Dr. Martin has received notable recognition with publications picked up by 9 news outlets, referenced in 2 policy sources, and shared across multiple social media platforms including 36 X users and 1 Facebook page. His work has attracted substantial academic attention with 157 readers on Mendeley. As a collaborative researcher, he serves as Co-Investigator on multiple major projects including the E-MOTIVE study funded by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the APT-Sepsis Programme funded by the Medical Research Council, and several other initiatives addressing critical global health challenges in maternal care and childhood obesity prevention.

• Vaccination Uptake
• Health Policy
• Health Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Julie Leask is a social scientist and faculty member at the School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney . She co-leads the Social and Behavioural Insights research group and serves as a Visiting Professorial Fellow at the National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance. Her work focuses on vaccination programs, policy, and risk communication , with a particular emphasis on addressing vaccine hesitancy, strengthening community dialogue, and improving health equity. Education: Master of Public Health (USYD, 1998), PhD in Public Health (USYD, 2002) Key Affiliations: Member of the University of Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases, Affiliate of the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Co-founder of COSSI (Collaboration on Social Science in Immunisation) Her research integrates psychology, sociology, public health ethics, and implementation science to address critical issues such as low vaccination rates, risk communication during health emergencies, and cultural competence in immunization . She has led initiatives like the Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI) package and contributed to global frameworks for vaccine safety communication. Recent articles highlight her work on vaccine hesitancy trends, policy effectiveness, and community-engaged approaches , including studies on Aboriginal health communication and conflict-related vaccination barriers . Her scientific awards include the Australian Financial Review 100 Women of Influence (2019) , Supervisor of the Year (2021) , and Officer of the Order of Australia (2024) . She supervises PhD candidates such as Maria Christou-Ergos and Belinda Bruce , with interests in infectious disease prevention, health disparities, and vaccine communication . Her current projects include international collaborations via the WHO and research on social determinants of vaccine hesitancy .

• Biomechanics
• Sports Medicine
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anthony Kulas is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology at the College of Health and Human Performance , East Carolina University . His research focuses on biomechanics , particularly ACL injury prevention and rehabilitation , lower extremity joint dynamics , and musculoskeletal adaptations . Academic Role: Associate Professor & Chair in Kinesiology Institution: East Carolina University Contact: kulasa@ecu.edu | 249 Ward Sports Medicine Research Themes: ACL injury mechanisms and post-reconstruction recovery Hamstring-quadriceps muscle interactions Trunk position effects on knee joint forces Sex-specific biomechanical differences Abdominal activation strategies for movement control Dynamic joint stability during athletic tasks Article Trends (2004–2024): Focus on ACL injury risk factors , muscle-ligament interactions , and neuromuscular adaptations Analysis of landing mechanics , gait symmetry , and joint energetics Integration of clinical imaging (e.g., stress sonography) and intervention studies (e.g., Nordic hamstring training)

John Bartholomewمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Exercise Psychology
• Physical Activity and Public Health
• Sport Psychology

John Bartholomew is a Professor and Head of the Department of Kinesiology at Pennsylvania State University's College of Health and Human Development. He holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Science (1996) from Arizona State University and an A.B. in Psychology (Cum Laude, 1989) from Harvard University. His research focuses on exercise psychology, physical activity interventions, and sport psychology, with a particular emphasis on motivation states, pandemic-related behavioral shifts, and implementation strategies for school-based physical activity programs. Education: Ph.D. in Exercise Science (Arizona State University, 1996) A.B. in Psychology (Harvard University, 1989) His recent publications span topics like identity distress during the pandemic, physical activity in climate migrants, and classroom-based physical activity interventions. While no explicit scientific awards are listed, his work has driven international initiatives like the Creating Active Schools Framework and ACTNOW trials. He has no listed advisees in the provided text but has collaborated on multi-stakeholder projects involving teachers, policymakers, and global partners.

Agatha Jassemمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Clinical Microbiology
• Virology
• Molecular Diagnostics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Agatha Jassem is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of British Columbia and serves as the co-program head of the Virology Lab at the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Public Health Laboratory. She holds leadership roles as President of both the Canadian Association for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases and the British Columbia Association of Clinical Scientists. Her educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Biology from York University (2006), a PhD from UBC's Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine (2012), and an accredited Clinical Microbiology Fellowship at the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (2014). She is certified in clinical microbiology by both the American Board of Medical Microbiology and the Canadian College of Microbiologists (2016). Dr. Jassem's research focuses on developing and implementing molecular and serological diagnostic tests for respiratory pathogens and sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections. She oversees provincial diagnostic and surveillance services for these pathogens and serves as the BC Lab Lead for the Canadian Sentinel Practitioner Surveillance Network, which monitors SARS-CoV-2 and influenza vaccine effectiveness. Her work includes characterizing immune responses post-infection and vaccination, validating novel multiplex serology methods, and studying viral genomics to understand SARS-CoV-2 evolution under vaccine pressure. Her recent publications demonstrate expertise across multiple areas of virology, including SARS-CoV-2 antigenic relationships, respiratory syncytial virus immunity, avian influenza surveillance, and innovative diagnostic approaches like phage immunoprecipitation sequencing. Her work often addresses public health challenges, particularly in serving hard-to-reach populations through initiatives like dried blood spot sampling for HCV and HIV diagnosis. Dr. Jassem has received recognition through her board certifications and leadership positions in professional organizations. Her scientific contributions span both fundamental virology research and practical public health applications, with a particular focus on emerging infectious disease threats and diagnostic innovation. She is actively involved in teaching and science communication, participating in numerous outreach initiatives. Her work bridges clinical microbiology, public health laboratory services, and academic research, making significant contributions to Canada's response to infectious disease threats.

• Child Development
• Adolescent Development
• Child & Adolescent Psychopathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patricia Schacht is a Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at North Central College specializing in Child and Adolescent Development. Her research examines how parenting styles, family dynamics, and contextual factors shape children's social-emotional growth, with direct community applications through educational advocacy and executive functioning support. Education: B.A. in Psychology, University of Notre Dame (2001) M.A. in Developmental Psychology, University of Cardiff, Wales (2005) Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, University of Notre Dame (2007) Dr. Schacht's work bridges developmental theory with real-world impact, focusing on stress-coping mechanisms in youth, psychopathology pathways in adolescence, and the mediating role of parent-child relationships. Her longitudinal studies on marital conflict reveal how family systems influence child adjustment, leading to evidence-based interventions like community prevention programs. She actively translates research into practice through district-level reports and advocacy initiatives addressing educational accommodations. Her publication history shows consistent emphasis on family-centered interventions, evolving from foundational work on paternal influences (2009) to recent community impact studies (2018). Key thematic threads include longitudinal analysis of conflict resolution, cross-cultural mental health assessment, and program efficacy evaluation across developmental stages. Scientific Awards: Distinguished Teaching and Mentoring Award (2024) Dr. Schacht serves as a federal grant reviewer for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services while maintaining community roles as an educational advocate and executive functioning tutor. She mentors the NCC women's soccer team and contributes to national education through College Board AP Psychology grading, demonstrating commitment to both scholarly rigor and student development. Her community partnerships with Naperville School Districts and Community Youth Team drive applied initiatives like 'State of the Kids' and 'StressMatters,' translating psychological research into actionable resources for schools and families.

• Refugee Mental Health
• Psychotraumatology
• Migration Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuriy Nesterko serves as a Research Associate on third-party funded projects within the Department of Clinical-Psychological Intervention at Freie Universität Berlin's Department of Education and Psychology. His work focuses on refugee mental health, trauma, and migration-related psychological challenges with significant contributions to digital mental health interventions for displaced populations. His research spans refugee mental health , particularly among Arabic-speaking populations and LGBTQ+ refugees, examining trauma exposure, sexual violence, and culturally adapted interventions. Nesterko investigates intergenerational trauma in Holocaust survivor descendants and racism in therapeutic contexts , addressing critical gaps in culturally sensitive care. His methodological expertise includes digital mental health interventions , psychometric validation of trauma measures across cultures, and epidemiological studies of refugee populations. Nesterko's publication analysis reveals strong emphasis on cross-cultural adaptation of mental health services , with significant focus on Arabic-speaking regions and German refugee populations. His work demonstrates consistent integration of digital interventions with traditional therapeutic approaches, particularly for PTSD and depression in displaced communities. Recent publications show growing attention to vulnerable subgroups including male sexual violence survivors, LGBTQ+ refugees, and second-generation trauma effects. Nesterko collaborates extensively with Prof. Christine Knaevelsrud's team and H. Glaesmer on multiple projects including I-REACH (Internet-based Refugee Mental Health Care) and STRENGTHS (Scaling up psychological interventions with Syrian refugees). His work appears in leading journals such as Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences , Journal of Affective Disorders , and European Journal of Psychotraumatology . His research portfolio includes substantial work on mental health assessment in migration contexts, culturally adapted diagnostics , and barriers to care for refugees. Current projects focus on digital phenotyping, wearables, and machine learning applications in refugee mental health through the PREACT-digital initiative.

• Substance Use Disorders
• Opioid Use Disorder
• Methamphetamine Use Disorder
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Larissa J Mooney is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. Her research and clinical work focuses on substance use disorders, with particular expertise in opioid use disorder, methamphetamine use disorder, and cannabis use disorder. She has received multiple NIH grants as a Co-Principal Investigator for studies related to addiction treatment and behavioral interventions. Dr. Mooney's research interests center on developing and evaluating interventions for substance use disorders, with a strong emphasis on medication-assisted treatment, telemedicine applications in rural settings, and understanding the impact of social determinants of health on treatment outcomes. Her work explores how exercise interventions might affect neural function in methamphetamine users, how decision aids can improve medication treatment for opioid use disorder, and how functional outcomes change with reductions in cannabis use. She has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between co-occurring mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and how these comorbidities affect treatment outcomes. Analysis of Dr. Mooney's recent publications reveals a strong focus on rural healthcare disparities in substance use treatment, telemedicine applications during and after the pandemic, and the impact of social determinants of health on treatment outcomes. Her work increasingly examines how to expand access to medication for opioid use disorder in primary care settings, particularly in underserved rural communities. There's also a clear emphasis on understanding demographic disparities in treatment outcomes and developing tailored interventions for special populations including youth and those with co-occurring disorders. Dr. Mooney has served as Co-Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded research projects including: Greater Southern California Node of the Clinical Trials Network (NIH UG1DA049435) Exercise in Methamphetamine Use Disorder: Dopamine Receptor Upregulation and Neural Function (NIH R01DA045162) Patient Decision Aid for Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (NIH R33DA045844 and R21DA045844) Assessing Functional Outcomes Associated with Reductions in Cannabis Use (NIH R33DA042280 and R21DA042280) Her work has been widely disseminated through numerous publications in high-impact journals, and she collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions including USC, UC Davis, and other UC campuses. Dr. Mooney is particularly active in translating research findings into clinical practice, with a focus on improving access to evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders in community settings.

• Practice Theory
• Organizational Studies
• Healthcare Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Davide Nicolini is a Professor of Organization Studies and Director of the IKON Organisation and Work Group at Warwick Business School, University of Warwick. He concurrently serves as a Visiting Professor at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo. His prior affiliations include faculty positions at the University of Trento (Italy) and a senior social scientist role at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations in London, where he developed extensive experience in action-learning program design and action-research interventions. Professor Nicolini's research centers on practice-based approaches to understanding organizational phenomena through the lens of everyday work practices. He investigates how knowing, learning, and change emerge in complex environments—particularly healthcare systems—with significant contributions to innovation processes, safety management, and ethical decision-making frameworks. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical application, employing ethnographic methods to uncover the micro-foundations of organizational life while advancing action-based methodologies for systemic change. His recent scholarly output reveals strong thematic continuity across publications spanning ethics, attention dynamics, and evidence mobilization. Articles like 'What is the right thing to do?' and 'Towards a practice-theoretical view of attention' demonstrate his focus on situated ethical sensemaking and cognitive processes in organizational contexts. The recurring healthcare setting in his work highlights practical relevance, while methodological innovations in video-based research and diffraction approaches showcase theoretical advancement. As Director of the IKON Organisation and Work Group, Professor Nicolini leads a research collective dedicated to exploring practice theory applications in organizational transformation. The group actively engages in collaborative projects that translate theoretical insights into practical interventions, particularly for improving complex systems like healthcare organizations through action-research methodologies.

• Public Health Research
• Cardiometabolic Disease Prevention
• Nutritional Epidemiology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tina Cao is a Lecturer in Dietetics and Human Nutrition within the School of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics at La Trobe University. She holds an Honorary position at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute and collaborates with researchers from Monash University and Northern Health. Her academic journey includes previous Research Fellow positions at Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute and the University of Melbourne. Dr. Cao's educational background spans medical training (MBBS from Jiangsu University, China), public health (MMedSc from Karolinska Institute, Sweden), and epidemiology (PhD from University of Adelaide, Australia). Her diverse academic preparation has positioned her at the intersection of clinical medicine, public health, and nutritional science. Her research interests focus on cardiometabolic disease prevention through nutrition and lifestyle interventions at the population level. Dr. Cao investigates the complex relationships between dietary patterns, physical activity, sedentary behavior, and cardiometabolic outcomes, with particular attention to disadvantaged and culturally diverse populations in Australia. Her work bridges nutritional epidemiology with implementation science, developing evidence-based interventions that address health inequities. Dr. Cao frequently utilizes large-scale datasets like the China Health and Nutrition Survey and the AusDiab study in her research. Dr. Cao's publication record demonstrates consistent productivity with nearly 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and a national report, accumulating over 830 citations since 2019. Her recent work shows increasing focus on health literacy integration into chronic care models, particularly for culturally and linguistically diverse populations with type 2 diabetes. She has made significant contributions to understanding unmet needs in diabetes self-management and the role of digital health solutions during the pandemic. Her scientific recognition includes: Membership in the Australian Diabetes Society (since 2024) Membership on the La Trobe Academic Board (since 2024) Membership in The Nutrition Society of Australia (since 2016) As an educator, Dr. Cao supervises honors and master's students and teaches research-focused subjects including HEA 201 (Integrating Evidence into Practice), DTN 304 (Nutritional Epidemiology and Research Skills), and DTN 306/312 (Nutrition Research projects). She actively collaborates with Professor Brian Oldenburg at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute and Associate Professor Rebecca Jessup at Northern Health, focusing on culturally diverse populations' health needs. Dr. Cao is committed to translating research findings into practical applications that address health inequities, particularly in the Australian context where cultural diversity presents unique challenges for chronic disease management. Dr. Cao maintains an active research agenda with multiple ongoing projects examining cardiometabolic health in diverse populations, digital health interventions, and implementation strategies for chronic disease management. Her work bridges academic research with practical healthcare solutions, demonstrating her commitment to improving population health outcomes through evidence-based practice.

Michaela Noreikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Obesity Research
• Geriatric Nutrition
• Dietetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michaela Noreik serves as Professor in the Department of Nutritional Science at Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Mönchengladbach, where she teaches Interdisciplinary Casework, Planetary Health Diet, and Special Seminar in Nutrition Research. She directs the Laboratory for Nutritional Status and maintains active consultation hours for student engagement. Her educational foundation includes a Dr. rer. medic. in nutritional therapy evaluation from Universität zu Köln (2009-2012) and dual degrees in Oecotrophology (Fachhochschule Münster) and Nutrition and Dietetics (Fachhochschule Nimwegen, NL) completed between 2004-2008. Noreik's research centers on obesity interventions, geriatric nutrition, and sustainable dietary systems. She leads projects including OWL (Online Weight Loss programmes), CReDDI (dietary intervention metabolism studies), and SwapSHOP (digital grocery interventions). Her work bridges clinical practice with academic rigor, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to nutritional assessment and therapy standardization. Recent publications (2013-2021) reveal strong focus on digital health interventions for weight management, dietary approaches to type 2 diabetes, and nutritional implications in neurodegenerative conditions. Her methodology frequently employs randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews, with growing emphasis on planetary health frameworks and sustainable food systems. Her scientific recognition includes: 2019 Award of Excellence for Consistent Outstanding Performance (Oxford University) Noreik has secured significant third-party funding for clinical studies in obesity and oncology during her Oxford tenure. Current student projects involve developing nutrition assessment databases and implementing mobee®360 digital platforms. She actively supervises interdisciplinary casework modules with healthcare disciplines. She established the Laboratory for Nutritional Status at Niederrhein University and previously built nutrition teams at St. Marien-Hospital Köln. Her international collaborations include Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen and Umeå University for planetary health initiatives, reflecting her commitment to transnational research networks.

• Counseling Psychology
• Psychotherapy
• Strengths-Based Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elsie Jones-Smith is a Professor in the Department of Counseling Psychology within the School of Professional Psychology at California Institute of Integral Studies. She has established herself as a leading authority in integrative counseling approaches and strengths-based methodologies through her influential textbook publications used in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Her research interests focus on integrative counseling frameworks that bridge traditional and contemporary therapeutic approaches, with particular emphasis on strengths-based perspectives across educational and clinical settings. Jones-Smith's work examines how positive psychology principles can transform therapeutic practice and educational systems by shifting focus from deficits to inherent strengths, incorporating cultural considerations and neuroscience foundations. Her publications demonstrate consistent exploration of how strengths-based approaches can be implemented across diverse contexts including schools, mental health treatment, family therapy, and correctional settings. The trajectory of her work shows increasing sophistication in connecting theoretical frameworks with practical applications across multiple domains. As a dedicated educator, Jones-Smith has developed comprehensive teaching resources that help students understand and apply various theoretical perspectives flexibly in real-world practice.

• Chronic Pain
• Pediatric Pain
• Pain Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bruce Dick is a Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. He maintains dual clinical roles at the Pediatric Chronic Pain Clinic (Stollery Children's Hospital) and the Multidisciplinary Pain Centre (University of Alberta Hospital), integrating research with direct patient care. Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (Dalhousie University, Pediatric Pain Research Laboratory) Clinical training at Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases (Bath, UK) and IWK Health Centre (Halifax, NS) AHFMR Postdoctoral Fellowship (University of Calgary/Alberta Children's Hospital) Dr. Dick's research examines chronic pain's impact across the lifespan with particular focus on cognitive function , disability , sleep disturbances , and social stigmatization . His work bridges pediatric pain management with innovative distance treatment programs and population-level interventions. Key themes include psychosocial pain modulation in adolescents, virtual care adaptation during crises, and cancer pain self-management systems. Analysis of his 2020-2022 publications reveals dominant trends in pandemic-responsive pain care delivery, caregiver-focused interventions, and adolescent social dynamics. His work spans pediatric psychology , digital health implementation , and pain epidemiology with strong emphasis on real-world clinical translation. Scientific Awards: AHFMR Postdoctoral Fellow As a registered clinical psychologist, Dr. Dick directs multiple research streams including the Chronic Pain Network initiatives and Teens Taking Charge cancer pain program. His grant portfolio supports telehealth innovation and longitudinal studies of pain's social impact, while mentoring focuses on training the next generation of pain researchers through clinical rotations and co-authorship opportunities. Dr. Dick leads collaborative teams across the Stollery Children's Hospital Pediatric Chronic Pain Clinic and University of Alberta Multidisciplinary Pain Centre , with active partnerships in the Canadian Pain Society and international pain research consortia. Current projects emphasize scalable digital interventions and neurocognitive pain mechanisms using MEG technology.

• Implementation science
• HIV
• Hypertension
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matthew Hickey is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of HIV, ID, & Global Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He serves as a primary care physician and research lead for the POP-UP clinic, a low-barrier HIV care program for people experiencing homelessness in San Francisco. Dr. Hickey also holds editorial positions as Implementation Science Section Editor for Current HIV/AIDS Reports and Associate Editor for Implementation Science Communications. Dr. Hickey's educational background includes: Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Clinical Research, Implementation Science from UCSF (2024) Fellowship in HIV Medicine from UCSF (2022) Chief Residency in Internal Medicine from UCSF (2019) Residency in Internal Medicine, San Francisco General Primary Care Track from UCSF (2018) MD from UCSF (2015) BS in Biochemistry from Texas A&M University (2009) Dr. Hickey's research focuses on implementation strategies to improve delivery of hypertension and cardiovascular disease prevention in rural East Africa, and on developing low-barrier models of HIV care for people experiencing homelessness in urban U.S. settings. His work spans implementation science, HIV care, hypertension management, and community health worker programs. He examines differentiated service delivery models for patients with barriers to usual care engagement, particularly those experiencing homelessness or living in resource-limited settings. His research integrates clinical care with innovative implementation approaches to address health disparities in both domestic and global contexts. Dr. Hickey's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on implementation science approaches to address HIV care and comorbid conditions. His work spans both domestic settings (particularly San Francisco) and international contexts (Kenya and Uganda). A significant theme across his publications is the development and evaluation of innovative care models for vulnerable populations, including people experiencing homelessness and those in resource-limited settings. His research frequently examines the integration of services (particularly HIV and hypertension care), the use of community health workers, and novel approaches to medication delivery including long-acting injectables and polypills. Dr. Hickey has received numerous awards and honors: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (2014) UCSF Deans Prize for Outstanding Medical Student Research & Scholarship (2015) NIH LRP Award from the National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Disease (2020) CROI Young Investigator Award (2020) Early Career Award for Excellence in Clinical Research from UCSF-Gladstone Center for AIDS Research (2021) Clinical Fellowship Program award from the AIDS Research Institute (2021) CROI Young Investigator Award (2022) Dr. Hickey is actively involved in research funding and mentorship. He serves as Principal Investigator on multiple grants including an NIH K23 award focused on hypertension treatment in Kenya, a Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative grant developing mobile outreach for people experiencing homelessness who have fallen out of HIV care, and NIH-funded research on weight gain and metabolic effects following antiretroviral therapy changes in Western Kenya. He is available to mentor UCSF students, residents, and fellows on research projects and is affiliated with the UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences. His work with the POP-UP clinic represents a significant contribution to low-barrier HIV care models for vulnerable populations. Dr. Hickey's research is closely tied to the POP-UP clinic program in San Francisco and various research initiatives in Kenya and Uganda. His work with community health workers in East Africa represents a significant team-based approach to addressing hypertension and HIV care in resource-limited settings. These international collaborations involve multiple institutions in Kenya and Uganda, creating a robust research network focused on implementation science in global health contexts.