Cognitive Ability Testing Professors and Supervisors

Marco Piovesanمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Marco Piovesan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on social preferences, self-control problems, unethical behavior, peer effects, and behavioral contract theory. He has published in top journals including American Economic Review, Journal of Experimental Psychology-General, and European Economic Review. Dr. Piovesan holds a PhD in Economics and Management from the University of Padova. Prior to his current position, he was a CLER Fellow at Harvard Business School (2010-2012) and an Assistant Research Professor at the Department of Economics of the University of Copenhagen. His research spans multiple areas of behavioral and experimental economics. He investigates how social contexts influence economic decisions, examining phenomena like cooperation in social networks, gender differences in competitiveness, risk preferences in children, and dishonest behavior. His work often employs experimental methods to test theoretical predictions in controlled settings. Many of his studies have been featured in major media outlets including The New Yorker, The Financial Times, and Businessweek. Dr. Piovesan teaches courses on Behavioral and Experimental Economics, specifically "Science of Behavior Change (SBC)" and "Behavioral Economics in Action (BEA)." His recent publications show a continued focus on understanding decision-making processes through experimental approaches, with particular attention to social influences and cognitive factors. His notable awards include: Harvard Business School Top 10 Working Papers (January 2012) Best Paper Award - The Social Dimension of Organizations: UniCredit (March 2012) Dr. Piovesan has received recognition for his research through various fellowships and scholarships, including a Post-doctoral research fellowship at Harvard Business School (2010-2012) and an Education Abroad Program (EAP) scholarship at University of California (2005-2006). His work has been widely disseminated, with articles written for the general public appearing in VoxEU, Mental Notes, and Ticonzero-Knowledge. His research has gained significant attention, being featured in numerous international magazines and discussed across various blogs and social media platforms. He maintains an active research agenda with several works currently under revision for publication.

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Natalie N. Politikosمشاهده پروفایل

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University of HartfordUnited States

Dr. Natalie N. Politikos is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Hartford's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds dual leadership roles as Director of the M.S. School Psychology Program and Vice Chair of the Faculty Senate. A Nationally Certified School Psychologist, she earned her PhD from the University of Northern Colorado and BS from the University of La Verne. Note that Dr. Politikos will be on sabbatical during Spring 2026. Research Focus Her scholarship examines: Cognitive development and assessment in children Executive function maturation Cross-cultural school psychology practices Professional standards and credentialing Publication Trends Recent works (2012-2020) concentrate on psychological assessment tool validation, graduate education reform, professional credentialing systems, and academic career navigation. Her output includes book chapters, conference proceedings, and measurement yearbook contributions. Academic Leadership As program director, she oversees school psychology training and student advising. Faculty Senate involvement includes institutional governance and policy development.

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Patrick Boltonمشاهده پروفایل

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King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Professor Patrick Bolton is a highly cited researcher (22,207 citations) specializing in behavioral phenotypes of genetic disorders. His work primarily focuses on autism spectrum disorder, tuberous sclerosis complex, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. His research expertise spans across several key areas: Autism and neurodevelopmental disorders (98% research focus) Tuberous sclerosis complex (44% research focus) ADHD and related behavioral conditions (35% research focus) Genetic factors in behavioral phenotypes (26% research focus) Professor Bolton has an extensive publication record with 192 research outputs, including numerous articles on the intersection of genetic disorders and behavioral outcomes. His recent work has examined parent-child similarities in autism and ADHD traits, mid-childhood autism recurrence, and the relationship between epilepsy severity and ADHD symptoms in tuberous sclerosis complex. His research has significant implications for understanding the developmental trajectories of children with genetic disorders and has contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Professor Bolton has led and collaborated on 56 research projects, including significant work with The BASIS/STAARS Team and the Tuberous Sclerosis 2000 Study Group. His projects often involve longitudinal approaches to understanding developmental outcomes in children with genetic disorders.

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Jonathan Shafferمشاهده پروفایل

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West Texas A&M UniversityUnited States

Jonathan Shaffer serves as the Pickens Professor of Management and Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives at the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business, West Texas A&M University, where he has held progressively responsible academic and administrative positions since 2010. His career progression includes roles as Assistant & Pickens Professor (2010-2015), Associate & Pickens Professor (2015-2018), Associate Dean of HR & Strategic Initiatives (2018-2020), and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Business Programs (2020-2021). Prior to joining West Texas A&M, he held academic positions at Oklahoma State University and the University of Iowa. Dr. Shaffer's educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Iowa (2010), an M.B.A. in Management from Oklahoma State University (2004), and a B.A. in Spanish from Oklahoma State University (2002). His doctoral training was supported by five consecutive University of Iowa Presidential Fellowships (2006-2010) and Ponder Summer Research Grants (2006-2009). His research program investigates leadership dynamics, human resource management practices, employee selection methodologies, and the work-family interface, with particular emphasis on how conscientiousness and general mental ability influence job performance, health outcomes, and career trajectories. Methodologically, he specializes in meta-analytic techniques and longitudinal designs to examine complex relationships between individual differences and organizational phenomena. His work has significantly advanced understanding of abusive supervision, counterproductive work behaviors, and the contextual validity of personality assessments. Dr. Shaffer's scholarly contributions have been recognized through multiple awards including the College of Business Research Excellence Award (2016) and publication in premier outlets such as Journal of Applied Psychology , Personnel Psychology , and Organizational Research Methods . His current research pipeline includes investigations into conscientiousness-health relationships and cannabis use career impacts. College of Business Research Excellence Award (2016) Teaching Excellence Award, College of Business (2013) Texas A&M University System Teaching Excellence Awards (2011, 2012) Horizon Award, College of Business (2012) University of Iowa Presidential Fellowship (2006-2010) Ponder Summer Research Grant (2006-2009) As an educator, Dr. Shaffer teaches foundational and advanced courses in leadership, organizational behavior, and human resource management at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His administrative leadership spans strategic planning, graduate program development, and accreditation efforts. While no formal research lab is designated, his collaborative work involves extensive co-authorship networks examining organizational behavior phenomena through rigorous quantitative methodologies.

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Bartłomiej Michalakمشاهده پروفایل

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Joseph Pilsudski University of Physical Education in WarsawPoland

Bartłomiej Michalak serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Sport Theory at Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, Faculty of Sport Sciences. He actively collaborates with Jakub Grzegorz Adamczyk's Lab and maintains interdisciplinary connections with Warsaw University of Technology, particularly in emerging research areas. His research spans critical domains in contemporary sports science: physiological adaptations in masters athletics, position-specific performance analysis in youth soccer, comparative functional assessment across sports disciplines (soccer vs. karate), and pioneering work in esports training methodology. Recent investigations focus on thermal regulation in aging athletes, bone density maintenance through lifelong exercise, and optimizing recovery techniques like myofascial release. Analysis of his publication trends reveals strategic expansion from traditional sports physiology (2017 combat sports study) toward interdisciplinary integration, culminating in significant contributions to esports research methodology. His current work demonstrates strong emphasis on practical applications for athlete development across age groups and competitive contexts. Dr. Michalak's advising approach emphasizes hands-on research participation, with students frequently co-authoring conference papers and journal articles. His active grant involvement is evidenced by multi-institutional collaborations and consistent publication output, particularly in masters athletics and emerging esports research domains. Associated with Jakub Grzegorz Adamczyk's research group, he contributes to a dynamic team environment focused on physiological assessment and performance optimization. Current projects indicate strong emphasis on translating research findings into practical training protocols for both traditional and electronic sports contexts.

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Matthijs Oosterveenمشاهده پروفایل

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University of LisbonPortugal

Matthijs Oosterveen is an Assistant Professor at the Lisbon School of Economics and Management (ISEG), Universidade de Lisboa since 2022, teaching Microeconomics II for Economics and Management undergraduate programs as course coordinator. Education: Doctorate in Economics (2019), Erasmus University Rotterdam Master in Policy Economics (2013), Erasmus University Rotterdam Bachelor in Economics and Business Economics (2012), Erasmus University Rotterdam His research centers on Economics of Education, Labor Economics, and Gender Economics using advanced econometric methods to investigate peer effects, school attendance policies, gender disparities in test performance, and non-cognitive skills' impact on economic growth. Publications in top journals address policy-relevant educational questions with rigorous causal inference frameworks. Recent work shows consistent focus on instrumental variable methods for treatment effect estimation, with recurring themes of gender differences and educational intervention evaluation across diverse contexts from classroom dynamics to pandemic-related school closures. He has supervised Master's research including NUNO LEON HO CORREIA DA SILVA's thesis on COVID-19 school closure impacts at ISEG.

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Yuyang Tangمشاهده پروفایل

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University of North Carolina at Chapel HillUnited States

Yuyang Tang, PhD serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Their research program focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of HIV persistent infection in the central nervous system and identifying risk factors contributing to HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND). Dr. Tang received their PhD from Peking Union Medical College and completed postdoctoral training at both the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Emory University. This strong foundation in virology and infectious disease research has positioned them to investigate novel strategies targeting HIV reservoirs in the CNS. Dr. Tang's research interests span multiple critical areas of HIV pathogenesis, with particular emphasis on developing approaches to screen compound libraries for ligands that specifically recognize latently infected immune cells. Their work bridges molecular virology with clinical applications aimed at eradicating persistent HIV reservoirs. The research program employs advanced molecular techniques to identify signaling pathways that contribute to HAND pathogenesis and reservoir establishment in the CNS. Analysis of Dr. Tang's recent publications reveals a diverse yet focused research trajectory, with significant contributions to HIV neurovirology alongside collaborative work in stroke treatment, cancer therapeutics, depression subtyping, and aging research. This interdisciplinary approach demonstrates their ability to apply virological expertise to broader medical challenges while maintaining their core HIV research focus. Dr. Tang maintains an active research laboratory investigating HIV persistence mechanisms, with potential implications for therapeutic interventions targeting viral reservoirs. Their work represents a critical component of the broader HIV cure research initiative at UNC Chapel Hill, contributing to the institution's strong reputation in infectious disease research.

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Lisa Hansonمشاهده پروفایل

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La Trobe UniversityAustralia

Lisa Hanson is an Associate Professor and Head of Department of Rural Allied Health at the La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University. Her academic career at La Trobe University spans over 15 years, progressing from Lecturer (2009-2019) to Senior Lecturer (2019-2023) and currently Associate Professor (2023-present). She has held significant leadership roles including Head of Department of Rural Allied Health (2024-present), Head of Department of Rural Health Sciences (2022-2023), and Director of Learning and Teaching (2021). Dr. Hanson earned her Ph.D. from La Trobe University, MBA from Charles Sturt University, Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honors) from Charles Sturt University, and a Graduate Certificate in Higher Learning from La Trobe University. Her educational background combines clinical expertise with business and educational leadership training, positioning her well for her current academic and administrative roles. Lisa Hanson's research focuses on the role of exercise and physical activity for people living with cardiovascular disease in rural and regional communities, with particular attention to sustainable health services and models of care. Her work addresses critical gaps in rural healthcare delivery, examining how best to provide effective services to geographically isolated populations. She is also deeply involved in research on rural health workforce issues, including transition to practice programs for allied health professionals, workplace stressors, and desirable attributes in early-career physiotherapists. Her research aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well Being), 4 (Quality Education), and 5 (Gender Equality). An analysis of Dr. Hanson's extensive publication record reveals a strong focus on rural health challenges, particularly in cardiovascular rehabilitation, workforce development, and service delivery models. Her early work established her expertise in exercise testing for cardiac rehabilitation patients, with multiple highly-cited papers on the 10m incremental shuttle walk test. More recently, her research has expanded into mental health services, emergency care models, and interprofessional practice in rural settings, demonstrating her ability to address evolving healthcare challenges in regional communities. Her 2008 paper on workplace stressors for physiotherapists in regional hospitals has been cited 51 times Her 2016 paper on the 10m incremental shuttle walk test reliability has been cited 24 times Multiple publications have received attention from news outlets and social media Her research has been picked up by news outlets and widely shared on social media platforms Dr. Hanson is actively involved in teaching, particularly focused on preparing physiotherapy students for practice in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy and chronic disease management. She is open to supervising Masters Research or PhD students, collaborating on industry projects, and providing mentoring. Her leadership roles demonstrate her commitment to advancing rural health education and practice. She collaborates extensively with colleagues including Rachael McAleer, Elena Wilson, Brett Gordon, Amanda Kenny, and Susan Furness across multiple research domains including rural health workforce development, cardiac rehabilitation, and emergency care models.

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Silvia Capellinoمشاهده پروفایل

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Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environment and Human FactorsGermany

Prof. Dr. Silvia Capellino serves as Group Leader of the Neuroimmunology research group at the Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environment and Human Factors (IfADo) in Dortmund, Germany. She holds the academic rank of Associate Professor conferred by the University of Duisburg-Essen in 2020 and has been a member of the faculty council at the medical faculty of the University of Duisburg-Essen since 2017. Dr. Capellino earned her Diploma in Biology from the University of Genoa, Italy in 2003, followed by a Ph.D. in Clinical and Experimental Immunology jointly from the University of Genoa and University of Regensburg in 2007. She completed her Habilitation at the University of Regensburg in 2012. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at the University of Regensburg (2007-2012), The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2012-2013), and the University of Giessen and Kerckhoff Clinic (2015-2016). Dr. Capellino's research focuses on the intricate connections between the nervous and immune systems, particularly examining how neurotransmitters like dopamine and catecholamines modulate immune responses in autoimmune conditions. Her work has significant implications for understanding sex differences in immunity and developing novel therapeutic approaches for rheumatoid arthritis. As leader of the Junior Research Group "Neuroimmunology" at IfADo since 2016, she has established herself as a prominent researcher in the field of neuroimmunology. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on dopamine's role in immune regulation, particularly in rheumatoid arthritis, with emphasis on sex differences, B cell and monocyte activation, and potential therapeutic applications. Her work spans basic science investigations of immune cell signaling to clinical applications, reflecting a translational research approach that bridges laboratory findings with potential patient benefits. Dr. Capellino has received significant research support including a prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie scholarship (2016-2019) which enabled her to establish her independent research group. Her leadership extends beyond her laboratory as she serves on the faculty council at the medical faculty of the University of Duisburg-Essen, contributing to academic governance and policy. At the Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environment and Human Factors, Dr. Capellino leads the Neuroimmunology research group within the Immunology department. Her laboratory investigates the neuroendocrine-immune axis with particular focus on catecholamine signaling in inflammatory conditions. The team employs a multidisciplinary approach combining immunological techniques, molecular biology, and clinical research to unravel the complex interactions between the nervous and immune systems.

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Alejandro Prieto Ayusoمشاهده پروفایل

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The Hague University of Applied SciencesNetherlands

Talent Identification in Physical Education
Motor Competence
Social Skills in Sports
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Alejandro Prieto Ayuso is a Lecturer in the Department of Physical Education, Arts Education and Music at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. His academic work focuses on talent identification and development within Physical Education contexts, with particular emphasis on motor competence, social skills in sports, health habits, and the relative age effect (RAE). He is actively involved in research and teaching within the Faculty of Education, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate programs. Alejandro completed his PhD in Physical Education, specializing in Sport Talent, at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (2014-2017). Prior to this, he earned additional qualifications in Physical Education from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2013-2014) and completed his undergraduate studies in Physical Education at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (2009-2013). Prieto Ayuso's research primarily centers on talent identification and development in Physical Education settings. His work explores how schools can effectively identify and nurture athletic talent among students, while also examining the impact of relative age on sports performance and development. He investigates motor competence assessment methods, social skills development through sports participation, and health habit formation in educational contexts. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for Physical Education teachers, providing evidence-based approaches to talent development that can be implemented in regular classroom settings. His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on talent identification tools, assessment methodologies, and the application of educational models to sports pedagogy. Recent work shows increasing attention to sustainable development goals within Physical Education, gifted students in physical contexts, and innovative teaching methodologies like flipped classroom approaches. His research spans both theoretical frameworks and practical interventions, with strong emphasis on validation studies and assessment tools that can be directly applied in educational settings. Alejandro Prieto Ayuso has received recognition for his scholarly contributions: Premio al mejor póster en la rama de artes y humanidades (VI Jornadas Doctorales UCLM, 2016) Contratos predoctorales para la formación de personal investigador en el marco del Plan Propio de I+D+i cofinanciados por el Fondo Social Europeo (2014) As a researcher and educator, Prieto Ayuso has secured predoctoral research contracts and actively contributes to academic discourse through his extensive publication record. His work often involves collaborative research with colleagues across various institutions, demonstrating strong networking within the academic community. He has contributed to innovative teaching proposals that integrate technology and new pedagogical approaches into Physical Education curriculum. Prieto Ayuso is involved in research groups focused on Physical Education and Sports Pedagogy, contributing to projects that develop and validate assessment tools for talent identification and sustainable development in educational contexts. His work with the PEToolFinder project demonstrates his commitment to providing practical resources for Physical Education teachers to enhance their assessment practices.

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Gunhild Tidemann Okholmمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Gunhild Tidemann Okholm serves as a Postdoc and Guest Researcher in the Department of Public Health, Section of Environmental Health at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Her work bridges public health, psychology, and epidemiology with a focus on cognitive research. Okholm holds a background combining public health with psychology and epidemiology. Her primary research explores the bidirectional relationship between psychological characteristics and health, with special emphasis on intelligence as a predictor of somatic and psychiatric diseases. She has extensive experience with large register-based studies and advanced epidemiological methods including sibling comparison designs. Her current research vision focuses on identifying psychosocial, pharmacological and disease-related predictors of cognitive decline and development. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on cognitive function across the lifespan, examining factors like diabetes, depression, substance use, and environmental exposures. Her work frequently employs large Danish cohort studies and register data, with particular attention to longitudinal changes in cognitive abilities from early adulthood to late midlife. Okholm actively contributes to academic supervision and teaching within the Faculty of Health Sciences. She has co-supervised 7 BSc and MSc students since 2019 and teaches medical psychology across multiple programs including Medicine, Public Health Sciences, Odontology, and the Master's program in Health Science. She is currently the Co-PI of the DiaKO-19 study (n=2661), which investigates the influence of type 2 diabetes and depression on cognitive decline. This study re-assessed cognitive abilities of men who completed the Børge Priens Prøve intelligence test at conscription (mean age 19) and again at follow-up (mean age 67).

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