جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Karen McConnellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Inclusion in physical activity for people with disability
• Cerebral palsy interventions
• Evidence synthesis methodologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karen McConnell is a Lecturer in Children's Nursing and a paediatric physiotherapist at Queen’s University Belfast’s School of Nursing and Midwifery, part of the Faculty of Medicine, Health & Life Sciences. Her research focuses on physical activity inclusion for individuals with disabilities, cerebral palsy interventions, and evidence synthesis. She supervises PhD students in neurodisability, rehabilitation, and patient involvement in education. Key awards include the APCP Best Poster Prize (2023) and an Evidence Synthesis Ireland Fellowship (2021). Dr. McConnell leads the Mae Murray Foundation as a Non-Executive Director and chairs the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists (APCP) in Northern Ireland. She teaches undergraduate Evidence-Based Nursing and postgraduate Musculoskeletal Care courses. Education: PhD in Nursing (Queen’s University Belfast, 2012) Research Projects: Includes a 2019 study on vestibular nerve stimulation in cerebral palsy and co-designing inclusive physical education tools. Awards: 6 prestigious prizes in research and leadership.

Tammy Bernaskyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Critical Disability Studies
• Gender-Based Violence
• Intersectional Approaches
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tammy Bernasky is an Assistant Professor in the Department of L'nu, Political and Social Studies at Cape Breton University (CBU), located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaw People. Her research focuses on understanding systemic oppression and fostering empowerment, particularly addressing gender-based violence within the disability community through an intersectional lens. Dr. Bernasky holds a PhD in Critical Disability Studies from York University. Her work integrates academic rigor with community-focused methodologies, emphasizing marginalized voices in social justice frameworks. No specific grants, awards, or formal advisees are listed in the provided materials. Her office is located in CC237 at CBU.

Shanter H. Alexanderمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Disability Inclusion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shanter H. Alexander is an Assistant Professor in the School Psychology program at Howard University, an historically Black university in Washington, DC. She holds a PhD in School Psychology from Andrews University (2020), an Ed.S. in Educational Psychology (2012), and an MA in School Psychology (2009), all from Andrews University. Her research focuses on the intersectionality of race and neurodevelopmental disability, particularly within the Black/African American autism community. She is nationally certified as a school psychologist and autism specialist. Professional Affiliations: She serves as Co-Chair of NASP's Professional Position Statements Committee, an Executive Board member of the Trainers of School Psychology (TSP), and a faculty member of the Children’s National Hospital Leadership in Neurodevelopmental Disorders Program. She is also an invited member of the Washington DC Autism Collaborative. Her consultancy work through Neuro-Inclusion Specialists focuses on creating inclusive environments for individuals with disabilities in faith-based organizations, communities, and corporations. She collaborates with schools to design multitiered academic and behavioral support systems and psycho-educational assessment services.

• Franchising
• Retail Management
• Marketing Strategy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rozenn PERRIGOT is a Full Professor of Marketing at the IAE Rennes School of Management (Université de Rennes 1), leading research and administrative roles in franchising and retail management. She directs the Center for Franchise, Retail and Service Chains and chairs the 'Organizations, Networks, Digital' research pole at CREM UMR CNRS 6211. Her administrative roles include Vice Dean for Research and Vice President of the Scientific Council for IGR-IAE Rennes. Research Focus: Specializing in franchising systems, retail strategies, and service chains, with a focus on organizational behavior, conflict management, and sustainability. Her work bridges managerial approaches (entrepreneurship, strategy) with legal and economic frameworks. Key areas include micro-franchising in Africa, franchisee well-being, and green practices in fast-food sectors. Teaching & Education: Founded the Master's programs in Marketing – Franchising, Retail & Service Chains. Teaches franchising, marketing (international, strategic, service), research methods, and organizational behavior. Supervised 4 PhDs on topics such as franchise-driven employment for disabled persons, micro-franchise empowerment of African women entrepreneurs, and retail network dynamics. Publications: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles since 2000, focusing on franchise governance, conflict resolution, digital transformation, and sustainability. Recent work addresses franchising's role in sub-Saharan energy sectors and franchisee trust dynamics. Her research frequently explores plural-form networks, legal frameworks, and cross-cultural management. Labs & Teams: Leads the Franchise Research Center at CREM and collaborates internationally with institutions like the International Society of Franchising. Active in developing frameworks for social franchising and measuring franchise chain efficiency through DEA methodologies.

Ja Young Kimمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Urban Planning
• Transportation Justice
• Age-Friendly Communities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ja Young Kim is a Lecturer in the Department of Public Administration at the University of North Texas, College of Public Affairs and Community Service. Her teaching and research focus on urban design, transportation planning, GIS, and health equity in aging populations. Ph.D. in Metropolitan Planning, Policy, and Design – University of Utah Master of City Planning – University of California, Berkeley Bachelor of Architecture – Hanyang University, Seoul Her research emphasizes transportation justice for marginalized groups (older adults, people with disabilities), age-friendly communities , and the intersection of urban design with public health . Key themes include accessibility, healthy aging, and equitable transit systems. Recent publications highlight trends in age-friendly urban interventions , public transit accessibility , and walkability for aging populations , with methodological focus on GIS and statistical analysis.

Dalia Chowdhuryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mental and Physical Disability
• Gender Studies
• Trauma and Addiction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dalia Chowdhury is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation and Health Services at the University of North Texas. Her work focuses on intersections of disability, gender, trauma, and healthcare systems. She holds certifications in counseling (Ph.D., CRC, CADC, LPC) and addresses critical issues such as disability-related violence, addiction, suicide prevention, and trauma-informed care. Her research also explores barriers faced by women with disabilities in professional sectors and healthcare access disparities. Research interests include: Mental and physical disability advocacy Gender equity in healthcare and education Trauma-informed clinical practice Psychometric tool development Disability pedagogy Suicide risk management in rehabilitation settings Her work analyzes systemic challenges in areas like opioid crisis intervention, pregnancy barriers for disabled women, and childhood disability-related abuse. Over 15 years, her articles have highlighted ethical challenges in telehealth, rural healthcare workforce development, and intersectional discrimination faced by disabled professionals. She has developed clinical assessment tools like the CAVAWD Scale to improve clinician responses to violence against women with disabilities. Her contributions bridge clinical practice and policy through explorations of vocational rehabilitation counselors' competencies in handling complex cases like non-suicidal self-injury and client suicide. Ongoing efforts focus on advancing diversity in rehabilitation education and addressing gaps in trauma training for healthcare providers.

• Psychosocial Medicine
• Oncology
• Psychiatry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Holger Schulz is a Research Fellow and Project Coordinator at the Center for Psychosocial Medicine, Department of Medical Psychology at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). His work focuses on psychosocial aspects of oncology, mental health in palliative care, healthcare systems research, and digital health interventions. He actively contributes to clinical research and policy analysis, with expertise in mental disorders, healthcare disparities, and patient-centered care. Key research areas include psychosocial oncology, palliative care practices, mental health service utilization, and healthcare provider perspectives on end-of-life care. His work integrates epidemiological methods with clinical practice, emphasizing translational research to improve patient outcomes. He has led studies on smoking cessation in cancer patients, barriers to healthcare access for autistic adults, and the implementation of e-learning tools to enhance digital health literacy. Prof. Schulz collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on randomized controlled trials (e.g., BENITA trial for ovarian cancer patients) and contributes to national health policy initiatives (e.g., Versorgungsforschung im letzten Lebensjahr). His publications span journals in oncology, psychiatry, and health services research, reflecting his commitment to advancing evidence-based mental and physical healthcare integration.

• Inclusive Education
• Special Educational Needs
• Educational Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Avramidis Elias is a Professor at the University of Thessaly, specializing in Research Methodology and Qualitative Research Methods. His academic focus centers on inclusive education, addressing barriers to its implementation across primary, secondary, and tertiary settings. His research explores effective policies and pedagogies for students with learning difficulties, including emotional and behavioral challenges, and evaluates social impacts of inclusive programs. He also investigates support systems for disabled university students within lifelong learning frameworks and methodological advancements in educational research. His recent work emphasizes collective responsibility in education, teacher attitudes, and cross-national comparisons of inclusive practices. Notable contributions include studies on peer tutoring, teacher resilience during the pandemic, and interventions to enhance student social participation. Despite extensive research output, his profile does not mention formal awards or grants, though his work is widely published in reputable journals. Avramidis collaborates globally, evidenced by co-authored papers with researchers from Canada, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. He teaches courses such as Statistics and Curriculum Applications in Special Education, reflecting his commitment to both research and pedagogy. His office is located at the Papastratos Complex (Building Rosa Imbrioti, 2nd floor, Room 7), and he holds regular office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Larissa Whitneyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Physician Assistant Education
• Mental Health in Healthcare Education
• Trauma Care
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Larissa Whitney, DBA, MHS, PA-C, is an Assistant Dean and Program Director of the Physician Assistant Program at Penn State College of Medicine, as well as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine. She has served in PA education for eight years, holding roles such as didactic faculty member, clinical coordinator, and program director across Pennsylvania institutions. Her clinical work involves precepting students in outpatient clinics. Education includes a DBA in Health Administration and Leadership from California Intercontinental University (2021), an MHS from Nova Southeastern University (2010), and a BS in Physician Assistant Studies from Pennsylvania College of Technology (2010). Research focuses on PA education, student mental health, interdisciplinary education, and trauma care. Notable publications include studies on Amish population injuries at trauma centers and disability curriculum integration in PA training. She has presented at conferences like the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation and the Academic Surgical Congress. Professional recognitions include the Distinguished Honors Graduate (2021), Healthcare Hero (2018), and Patient Safety Fair 1st Place award (2021). She actively contributes to healthcare policy as a delegate for the American Academy of Physician Assistants and reviews presentations for the Physician Assistant Education Association.

• Computational Thinking
• Systems Thinking
• STEM Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ali Hamidi is a researcher affiliated with Linnaeus University's Department of Informatics under the Faculty of Technology. His work focuses on computational thinking (CT) education, systems thinking integration, and STEM pedagogical innovation. He leads the Computational Thinking and Coding Skills in Schools (CoCoS) research group and contributes to the Linnaeus University Systems Community (LNU-STC). Current projects include the EU-funded IGNITE initiative to reform Albanian/Kosovo education systems and the TACTIDE project empowering teachers with digital tools. Hamidi's research emphasizes bridging CT with systems thinking frameworks, robotic learning for children, and maker technologies for inclusive education. He co-edited proceedings for Linnaeus Student Conferences on IT (2019-2021) and holds a Licentiate in Education Sciences (2023). His 2025 Human Systems Management paper advances CT education through systems theory, while 2024 work critiques CT pedagogical foundations. Publications span robotics in early programming education (2022), digital competence for preschool teachers (2022), and textile-based STEM engagement (2019). Collaborations with Milrad, Zerega, and Mirijamdotter highlight interdisciplinary approaches. Current research groups address CT integration across formal/informal learning contexts.

Matthew Reasonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Participatory Research in the Arts
• Theatre for Children
• Liveness in Performance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matthew Reason is a Professor of Theatre and founding Director of the Institute for Social Justice at York St John University. He leads the AHRC-funded 'I’m Me' project, exploring identity and representation in learning disability arts. His research focuses on participatory methodologies, audience experience, and the intersection of performance with social justice issues. His work spans theatre for children, liveness in performance, and creative approaches to documenting live art. He has published widely on topics including audience research, dance spectatorship, and the ethics of inclusive research practices. Key projects include studies on prison and military audiences, and the role of drawing as a research tool. Matthew actively engages with communities through collaborative projects, emphasizing co-productive research that fosters societal change. His leadership at the Institute for Social Justice drives interdisciplinary initiatives to advance equity across multiple sectors.

• Mental Health
• Aging and Serious Mental Illness
• Health Services Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marcia Hunt is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine. She holds a PhD in clinical community psychology from Bowling Green State University (2005) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Yale’s Consultation Center. Her career spans over 15 years in the Veteran’s Health Administration (VHA), where she contributed to national program evaluations and quality improvement initiatives for mental health services. Currently, she serves as a Senior Health Services Researcher at Rush University System for Health, focusing on aging and serious mental illness. Dr. Hunt’s research emphasizes recovery-oriented care for individuals with serious mental illnesses, exploring how valued social roles influence life functioning. She has led projects on behavioral health policy, smoking cessation in veterans with PTSD, and geriatric mental health competencies. Her work integrates qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to address systemic gaps in healthcare delivery. Key professional roles include leadership positions in the American Psychological Association (APA) and prior service as Associate Director of the VA Northeast Program Evaluation Center. Her honors include a 2013 Professional Service Award from the Association of VA Psychology Leaders and a 2008 Merit Award for developing the Behavioral Health Recovery Clinic at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System. Dr. Hunt collaborates with institutions like Rush University and Yale on initiatives such as CBTp (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis) expansion, highlighted in a 2021 SAMHSA document. She actively publishes in journals like Psychological Services and Journal of the American Geriatrics Society , focusing on mental health policy, aging populations, and veterans’ care.

Pablo Callejaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Natural Language Processing
• Medical Informatics
• Legal Informatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pablo Calleja is a Research Fellow at the Faculty of Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), where he has been a member of the Ontology Engineering Group (OEG) since March 2014. His research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), medical terminology mapping, and legal domain applications. He holds a degree in Computer Engineering from San Pablo CEU University (2013) and has prior industry experience as a software developer at IECISA (2008–2011) and a collaboration grant at the Open Access Classroom, San Pablo CEU University (2011–2013). Key contributions include projects like Drugs4covid for pandemic drug discovery, TermitUp for terminological enrichment, and esT5s , a Spanish text summarization model. His work spans legal knowledge graphs, multilingual compliance systems, and NER techniques for academic content analysis. He has also explored accessibility multimedia services and semantic graph applications in tourism ( DBtravel ). Professional roles include collaboration grants at UPM and active participation in interdisciplinary projects such as SNOMED-CT annotation for medical technical sheets. Research trends emphasize cross-domain adaptation (e.g., K-Flares), data augmentation (Widaug), and multilingual NLP solutions. Advising and grants: His current position is supported by a collaboration grant at OEG. Earlier grants include work at San Pablo CEU University. No formal advisees are listed, but he contributes to collaborative research teams. Labs and teams: Core member of the Ontology Engineering Group (OEG), focusing on knowledge representation, NLP, and applied informatics in healthcare and law domains.

Margarita Aragonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
• Disability Studies
• Criminal Justice
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Margarita Aragon is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the Department of Psychosocial Studies, Birkbeck, University of London. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Goldsmiths, University of London (2013), and previously worked in community-based racial justice organizations in the U.S. and youth work organizations in the U.K. Her research focuses on the intersection of racism, gender, disability, and colonialism, with a historical emphasis on the Americas and the UK. Research interests include the sociological theorization of racism’s entanglement with gender and disability, histories of carceral systems, and the legacies of colonialism and transatlantic slavery. Her current project examines disability and racism in early 20th-century institutional incarceration contexts. She has published widely in journals like History of the Human Sciences and Men and Masculinities , and her book A Savage Song (2021) explores racist violence in U.S.-Mexico borderlands. Aragon serves on the editorial board of Immigrants and Minorities and has reviewed for Sociology of Race and Ethnicity . She teaches courses on sociological theory, observation methodologies, and gender studies. She welcomes PhD students researching intersectional inequalities, criminal justice, or histories of resistance.

Emily Lowthianمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Education Policy
• Child and Adolescent Wellbeing
• Public Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emily Lowthian is a Lecturer in Education and Childhood Studies at Swansea University’s School of Social Sciences, Department of Education and Childhood Studies. She specializes in research addressing educational outcomes, child welfare, and public health policy with a focus on vulnerable populations. Her work integrates large-scale data linkage methodologies to analyze sociodemographic trends, special educational needs identification, and health behaviors among children and adolescents. Key research areas include the impacts of special needs identification on academic progression, vaccination uptake patterns during the pandemic, and the interplay between maternal mental health and child development. She contributes to policy discussions through the UK Young Academy, a network of early-career researchers addressing societal challenges. Dr. Lowthian’s interdisciplinary approach spans epidemiology, education policy, and social inequality studies, with publications in high-impact journals such as the International Journal of Population Data Science. Her recent projects include longitudinal analyses of Wales’ administrative health and education data, exploring ethnicity dynamics, child wellbeing trajectories, and the effects of EU tobacco regulations on youth behavior. Collaborations with national health organizations and policymakers ensure her research informs practical interventions in child welfare and public health systems.