جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Nasim Sabounchiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Systems Science Methodologies
• Public Health Policy
• Healthcare Systems Engineering
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Dr. Nasim Sabounchi is an Associate Professor at the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy , affiliated with the Center for Systems and Community Design (CSCD) . She specializes in applying systems science methodologies and data analytics to study complex health and social systems, with a focus on public health policy and healthcare access. Her work addresses issues like opioid overdose prevention, antibiotic resistance, and healthcare equity for disadvantaged populations. Education : PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) MS and BS in Industrial Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran Research Interests : Dr. Sabounchi bridges engineering systems approaches with behavioral and social sciences to model health outcomes. She develops system dynamics models to analyze challenges such as Medicaid access, prescription misuse, and epidemics like Lyme Disease and HPV. Her projects emphasize group model building with stakeholders, including policymakers and community members, to ensure practical policy solutions. Scientific Awards : Recipient of the Systems Science Scholarship from the Academy of Health - Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Advising & Grants : Dr. Sabounchi leads projects funded by initiatives like the HEALing Communities Study , focusing on opioid overdose reduction. While no advisees are listed, her work involves collaborations with multidisciplinary teams. Grants include studies on congestion pricing policies, antibiotic prescribing patterns, and HIV care cascades. Labs & Teams : Affiliated with the Center for Systems and Community Design (CSCD) , she collaborates with global researchers to advance systems science applications in healthcare equity.

Robert Balshawمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomarker discovery
• Biostatistics
• Causal inference
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Robert Balshaw is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. He is also a Senior Biostatistician in the Data Science Platform of the George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation. His expertise lies in biostatistics, clinical trial design, and causal inference, with a focus on biomarker discovery and longitudinal data analysis. Education: PhD in Statistics, Simon Fraser University (1997) MSc in Statistics, University of Manitoba (1987) BSc (Hons) in Statistics, University of Manitoba (1986) Research Interests: Innovative clinical trial design Causal inference in observational studies Methods for biomarker discovery and validation Bayesian statistical approaches Longitudinal and life history data modeling Advising & Grants: Balshaw has served as a consulting biostatistician for over 35 years, leading dozens of clinical trials and consulting on hundreds of research projects across academia, government, and industry. His work emphasizes cost-effective surveillance strategies and translational research in healthcare innovation. Labs/Teams: He is affiliated with the George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation, contributing to projects like the SpecTRA translational study and the CAN-CHA protocol.

Don Helmeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Communication
• Substance Use Prevention
• Opioid Misuse Intervention
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Don Helme is Professor and Associate Dean for Research in the Department of Communication at the University of Kentucky's College of Communication and Information. His research focuses on health communication and substance use interventions. Helme has secured over $101 million in grant funding, including NIH-supported projects addressing the opioid crisis. His HEALing Communities Study implements evidence-based interventions to reduce opioid-related mortality. Current research examines text-message interventions for prescription opioid safety and stigma reduction strategies. His scientific awards include the Faculty Research Award (2020) and Graduate Mentor Award (2012). Helme also holds an adjunct position at Wake Forest School of Medicine and directs evaluation studies for national health campaigns.

James Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Alcohol Problems
• Stigma
• Framing
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Dr James Morris is a Visiting Scholar in the School of Applied Sciences at London South Bank University (LSBU), where he joined in 2020 as a Research Fellow for the Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research. He holds a PhD from LSBU (awarded 2020) and maintains dual roles as Alcohol Programme Manager at the Department of Health and Social Care since 2020 and former Director of The Alcohol Academy (2009-2020). His educational background centers on a PhD in addictive behaviors research completed at LSBU between 2016 and 2020. Dr Morris's research program critically examines alcohol problems through the lenses of stigma, framing, and problem recognition among harmful drinkers—a largely non-help seeking population. He investigates how low problem recognition and social stigma create barriers to intervention, with particular focus on identity management and defensive processing mechanisms. As Chair of the New Directions in the Study of Alcohol Group, he fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and hosts the 'alcohol problem' podcast to bridge academic research and public understanding. His work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Analysis of his 28 publications (2020-2025) reveals a cohesive research trajectory examining sociocultural dimensions of alcohol use through mixed methodologies. His work spans qualitative focus groups, meta-syntheses, digital interventions, and policy analysis, consistently addressing how language, framing, and stigma shape public perception and policy development. Key thematic clusters include the psychology of denial among heavy drinkers, critical evaluation of alcohol terminology, and innovative approaches to changing public discourse on alcohol harm. No scientific awards are documented in the available information. While no formal advisees are listed, Dr Morris demonstrates significant leadership through external appointments: directing The Alcohol Academy (2009-2020) and currently managing national alcohol programs at the Department of Health and Social Care. His policy-focused work represents substantial grant-equivalent impact through government-commissioned initiatives and public health strategy development. His primary research base is LSBU's Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research, complemented by leadership of the New Directions in the Study of Alcohol Group—a collaborative network advancing critical perspectives on alcohol problems. The 'alcohol problem' podcast extends this work into public engagement, creating a dynamic platform for translating research into accessible discourse while challenging stigmatizing narratives in both academic and policy spheres.

Nora Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Maternal and Child Health
• Reproductive and Perinatal Health
• Health Disparities
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Nora Lee, PhD, is an Assistant Research Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Drexel University's Dornsife School of Public Health. She holds secondary appointments in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Drexel College of Medicine and serves as a Research Fellow at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute. Dr. Lee earned her PhD in Epidemiology from Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health and a BS in Physiology from the University of California at Davis. Her research focuses on Maternal and Child Health, Reproductive and Perinatal Health, Health Disparities, and Tobacco Control. She employs epidemiologic methods to investigate critical public health issues including prenatal exposures, autism risk factors, tobacco policy impacts, and socioeconomic determinants of health. Dr. Lee's publications consistently explore perinatal outcomes, tobacco control interventions, and health disparities. Recent work emphasizes maternal smoking effects, autism epidemiology, diabetes environmental factors, and community-based health evaluations. She frequently utilizes large national datasets and interdisciplinary methodologies. She actively contributes to multiple research initiatives: co-investigator for the Early Autism Risk Longitudinal Investigation (EARLI); principal investigator for Louisiana youth tobacco access reduction; and evaluator of Philadelphia's public housing smoking ban. Dr. Lee mentors undergraduate and graduate students and serves on the Philadelphia Maternal Mortality Review Team. She was a contributing author to the 2006 Surgeon General’s Report on tobacco exposure.

• Dementia Prevention
• Minority Ethnic Health
• Mental Health (Depression)
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Amirah Akhtar is a NIHR ARC (Y&H) funded Research Fellow at the University of Bradford's Centre for Applied Dementia Studies (CfADS). Her research focuses on dementia prevention in minority ethnic groups, particularly examining modifiable risk factors like depression. With a PhD in Psychology, she employs qualitative methods such as in-depth interviews and thematic analysis. She has contributed to studies like the NIDUS project, delivering interventions for dementia patients and carers, and worked on the Born in Bradford cohort. Her work emphasizes cultural contexts in mental health, including maternal experiences and postnatal depression in South Asian communities. Her academic journey includes roles at Bradford Institute of Health Research (BIHR) and Bradford Teaching Hospitals Trust (BTHFT), where she engaged in patient/public involvement to promote dementia-friendly healthcare spaces. Amirah’s research spans dementia risk factors, non-pharmacological interventions, and reducing social isolation in marginalized populations. She has led scoping reviews exploring interventions for depression and dementia prevention across OECD countries. Her methodologies blend quantitative and qualitative approaches, addressing health equity through culturally sensitive practices. Amirah’s grants include NIHR funding for her postdoctoral work. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on projects like the NIDUS-Professional training program for homecare workers. Her work bridges academic research and practical healthcare solutions, aiming to improve dementia care and mental health outcomes in diverse populations.

• Bayesian Statistics
• Biomedical Applications
• Healthcare Analytics
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Dr. Andrea Cremaschi is an Assistant Professor at IE University, specializing in Bayesian statistics with applications in biomedical research, public health, and data science. His academic journey includes roles at institutions such as the Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS) and the National University of Singapore (NUS), where he contributed to interdisciplinary projects in biostatistics and clinical research. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Kent and degrees in Mathematical Engineering from Politecnico di Milano. His research focuses on developing novel Bayesian statistical methodologies for healthcare challenges, including drug sensitivity analysis in oncology, maternal and child health outcomes, and cost-effectiveness studies. He also explores applications in digital humanities and climate action, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health), 4 (Quality Education), and 13 (Climate Action). Key contributions include studies on postpartum diabetes screening, pediatric growth modeling, and ex vivo drug response analysis in leukemia. His work bridges computational statistics with real-world health challenges, emphasizing algorithmic innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics (University of Kent), M.Sc./B.Sc. in Mathematical Engineering (Politecnico di Milano) Professional Affiliations: IE University, Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), National University of Singapore

• Early Literacy
• Language Development
• Preschool Curriculum and Instruction
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Beth Phillips, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Learning Systems at Florida State University's College of Education and Associate Director of the Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR). Her research focuses on early literacy, language development, and preschool curriculum design, with a particular emphasis on supporting at-risk children and training educators. Dr. Phillips earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University and has held postdoctoral research fellowships from the APA/IES. She teaches graduate courses on educational research methodologies and supervises an active lab focusing on teacher-student interactions, parent-child language dynamics, and small-group instruction. Her current projects include leadership roles in grants such as Project VOICES (Spencer Foundation), ATLAS (language interventions), and the Reading for Understanding Network. She has authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics like phonological awareness, RTI frameworks, and home literacy environments. Dr. Phillips also collaborates with state agencies to develop preschool standards and professional development programs, including Florida's Voluntary Pre-K (VPK) initiatives. Key awards include the Florida State University Dissertation Research Award (2001). Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices, with a commitment to bridging classroom instruction and family involvement to enhance children's learning outcomes.

Changqiong Wangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Public Health Nutrition
• Salt Reduction Strategies
• Randomized Controlled Trials
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Dr. Changqiong Wang is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Public Health and Policy within the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London. She specializes in public health nutrition, particularly salt reduction strategies, and has a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Reading (2018). Her work focuses on implementing and evaluating salt reduction programs to combat non-communicable diseases. She collaborates with Professors He and MacGregor on initiatives like the AppSalt project, leveraging mobile health (mHealth) and randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Education: PhD in Mathematics, University of Reading (2018) Undergraduate studies not specified Research Interests: Dr. Wang’s research emphasizes salt reduction interventions, statistical methods in medical research, and the design/conduct of RCTs. She explores the impact of salt intake on cardiovascular health and the efficacy of public health policies. Recent projects include evaluating long-term effects of salt reduction in schoolchildren and families, modeling population salt intake trends in England, and developing protocols for workplace cancer prevention in China. Programs & Projects: Lead researcher in the App-based Education Programme (AppSalt) targeting schoolchildren and families Contributor to the UK salt reduction monitoring initiative Co-developer of the WECAN workplace cancer prevention trial Expert in applying Monte Carlo methods to health data analysis Team Affiliations: She is part of the Research & Action on Salt and Obesity Unit, collaborating with international teams on global health initiatives. Her work bridges mathematical modeling, public health policy, and community engagement through citizen science approaches.

• Spatial Statistics
• Spatio-Temporal Analysis
• Image Analysis
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Henrike Häbel is a Researcher at Karolinska Institutet, affiliated with the Department of Learning, Informatics, Management and Ethics, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, and Department of Medicine, Huddinge. She holds roles in the Medical Statistics Unit and Tanja Tomson's Prevention group. With a doctoral degree in Mathematical Statistics from Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg (2017), she completed a postdoc at the Natural Resources Institute Finland before joining Karolinska Institutet. Her work focuses on statistical consultation, data management, survival analysis, and regression modeling in epidemiological studies. She actively contributes to teaching across multiple academic institutions and participates in the Centre for Bioinformatics and Biostatistics. Key research interests include spatial and spatio-temporal statistics, spatial point processes, and image analysis. Her work spans diverse medical domains such as oncology, cardiovascular disease, and public health. She received the Cramér Prize for Best Thesis in 2018. Current projects include obesity prevention programs (MINISTOP 3.0), rural emergency team dynamics, and long-term outcomes of severe COVID-19. She collaborates across departments and institutions, contributing to multidisciplinary teams like the Eye movements and vision group under Tony Pansell.

• Hierarchical Linear Modeling
• Research Methodology
• Structural Equation Modeling
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Dr. Ryan Glaman is Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership and Technology at Tarleton State University, specializing in advanced statistical methods including hierarchical linear modeling and structural equation modeling. His research evaluates data analysis approaches for complex educational research designs. He teaches doctoral courses in research methodology, multivariate statistics, and quantitative analysis. His work has been published in Journal of Experimental Education and Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences. Tarleton Outstanding Junior Faculty Award (2021) UNT Outstanding Graduate Student Award (2017) As IRB Chair, he oversees research compliance and promotes ethical scholarship across disciplines.

• Systematic Reviews
• Evidence-Based Medicine
• Health Policy
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Pasqualina Santaguida is a Part-Time Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact at McMaster University , focusing on evidence-based medicine and clinical research methodology. Key roles in systematic reviews and clinical guideline development Research emphasizes outcome measures in primary healthcare and diagnostic accuracy Her research interests span systematic reviews, evidence appraisal, and health policy translation. Recent work explores artificial intelligence in disease prediction , neck pain interventions , and biomarker reliability in heart failure. Notable article trends include applications of GRADE methodology , Delphi consensus in clinical decision-making, and BNP/NT-proBNP diagnostics. She contributes to clinical practice guidelines and harms reporting standards in trials. In teaching , she instructs graduate courses on Evaluating Sources of Evidence and Health Solutions Design , emphasizing methodological rigor and patient-centered outcomes.

• Palliative Care
• Health Services Research
• End-of-Life Care
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Hsien Seow is a Professor of Oncology at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences, holding the prestigious Canada Research Chair in Palliative Care and Health System Innovation. He serves as Director of the ICES-McMaster site, leading population-based health services research in Ontario. Previously, he held the CIHR New Investigator award and the Cancer Care Ontario Chair in Health Services Research, establishing himself as a leading researcher in palliative care systems. Dr. Seow earned his PhD from Johns Hopkins University and his BSc from Yale University, building a strong foundation for his career in health services research. His educational background bridges clinical medicine with rigorous population health methodology. His research program focuses on palliative care quality measurement, health services utilization at end-of-life, and innovative models for delivering palliative care, particularly in community settings. He has conducted extensive population-based research examining patterns of care for cancer patients, with special attention to multiple myeloma and gynecologic malignancies. His work investigates socioeconomic disparities in palliative care access, the impact of early palliative care on health service utilization, and the development of prognostic tools incorporating patient-reported outcomes. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on improving palliative care delivery through evidence-based quality indicators, addressing equity issues in end-of-life care, and developing innovative educational approaches like the CAPACITI program for primary care providers. His research spans multiple disciplines including oncology, health services research, medical education, and health policy. Canada Research Chair in Palliative Care and Health System Innovation CIHR New Investigator award recipient Cancer Care Ontario Chair in Health Services Research Royal Society of Canada Fellow (implied by institutional announcement) Dr. Seow leads the CAPACITI education program, a significant initiative to build palliative care capacity among primary care providers. His research program receives substantial funding from major Canadian health research agencies, supporting numerous trainees and collaborators. The ICES-McMaster site under his direction serves as a hub for population-based health services research with a focus on palliative and end-of-life care. His laboratory and research team operate within the ICES-McMaster infrastructure, leveraging Ontario's comprehensive health administrative databases to conduct rigorous population-based studies. The team includes epidemiologists, biostatisticians, clinicians, and trainees working collaboratively to advance palliative care research and policy.

• Clinical Research
• Orthopaedics
• Surgery
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Dr. Sheila Ann Sprague is a Part-Time Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences . As a clinical researcher, she specializes in large randomized controlled trials , observational studies , and evidence-based surgical practices . Her work includes developing the EDUCATE program to support women experiencing intimate partner violence in fracture clinics and co-principal investigator roles in orthopaedic fracture outcome trials. Education: Doctorate in Medical Science from University of Amsterdam, MSc in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University Dr. Sprague's research spans orthopaedic trauma , health and gender-based violence , surgical site infection prevention , and patient-centered outcomes . Recent studies focus on biomarkers in fracture healing , antimicrobial resistance , and social determinants of surgical recovery . Her publications include 15+ high-impact articles (2025–2024) in journals like Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery , PLoS Medicine , and The Lancet , covering topics from hip arthroplasty to opioid reduction strategies . She actively engages in pragmatic trial design and global trauma care initiatives.

• Nephrology
• Vasculitis
• Clinical Trials
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Michael Walsh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at McMaster University. His research focuses on nephrology, vasculitis, and clinical trials, particularly in hemodialysis and cardiovascular outcomes. Academic Affiliation: Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, McMaster University Research Areas: ANCA-Associated Vasculitis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Clinical Trials, Patient-Reported Outcomes, Cardiovascular Complications Research Interests include the management of hemodialysis patients, treatment protocols for vasculitis, and cardiovascular risk assessment in chronic disease. His work often involves pragmatic trial designs and meta-epidemiologic analyses. Notable Articles (2025–2022) examine glucocorticoid minimization, plasma exchange efficacy, dialysate temperature personalization, and vasculitis relapse prevention. These studies span nephrology, rheumatology, and cardiology journals. Collaborations include international clinical trials like PEXIVAS, ADVOCATE, and MyTEMP, with a focus on patient preferences, healthcare utilization, and biomarker analysis.