جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Public Health
• Health Disparities
• Health Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Larrell Wilkinson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Education. He holds concurrent appointments as a Scientist or Associate Scientist across multiple UAB units including the School of Medicine’s Minority Health & Research Center, the School of Public Health’s Center for Study of Community Health, and the Nutrition Obesity Research Center (NORC). His work bridges public health, education, and social policy to address health disparities and promote health equity. Dr. Wilkinson earned his PhD in Health Services from the University of South Carolina (2011). His research focuses on health communication strategies, protective factors against adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and mitigating social determinants of health. He has conducted extensive studies on vaccine hesitancy in the Deep South, mental health impacts of discrimination among African Americans, and family engagement in urban school systems. His recent publications (2020–2025) emphasize resilience frameworks for children exposed to ACEs, pandemic-related mental health challenges, and systemic barriers to healthcare access. Though no formal awards are listed, his interdisciplinary work reflects sustained commitment to community-driven health solutions. He collaborates across UAB’s schools of education, medicine, and public health, reflecting his belief in multi-institutional approaches to public health challenges.

• Midwifery
• Global Health
• Health Equity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristina Goh is a Lecturer in Midwifery and Midwifery Education Fellow at Middlesex University, with a clinical role as a midwife at University College London Hospital (UCLH). She is affiliated with the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education's Adult, Child & Midwifery department. Her research focuses on improving healthcare access for global majority women, intercultural communication in maternity care, and decolonizing midwifery education. Education: BSc Midwifery (Hons), University of Greenwich (2021) MSc Global Health and Development, University College London (2022) PGCert in Medical and Healthcare Education, Anglia Ruskin University (2025) Systematic Holistic Examination of the Newborn, Middlesex University (2024) Research Interests: Health equity for Black and minoritized ethnic women Cultural competency in midwifery practice Decolonizing medical curricula Intercultural communication in healthcare Teaching: Module leader for Examination of the Newborn Part 2 (20-month BSc Midwifery) and Complexities in Labour and Birth (3-year BSc Midwifery). Supervision responsibilities include supporting students through her roles in academic and clinical settings. Awards: Merit Award for Outstanding Achievement (University of Greenwich, 2021) Macdonald Buchanan Scholarship (UCLH Foundation Trust, 2024) External Activities: Student Advisory Board Member at Elsevier (2021–2021) RCM Branch Secretary at UCLH (2023–present) Student Lead for London Network of Nurses and Midwives' Homelessness Group (2021–present) Grants: Received funding from the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Charity (2023) to support research improving continuity of care access for Black and minoritized ethnic women in London.

• Health Psychology
• Fertility Treatment and Workplace Support
• Chronic Illness Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Nicola Payne is an Associate Professor in Psychology at Middlesex University's Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Psychology. She holds dual professional registrations as a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registered Practitioner Health Psychologist and a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Her research focuses on health psychology topics such as fertility treatment experiences, chronic illness management (e.g., sickle cell disease), workplace well-being, and behavior change interventions. Dr Payne leads postgraduate research in the Department of Psychology, oversees the MSc Clinical Health Psychology and Wellbeing program, and teaches modules on health psychology applications and research methodologies. Education: BSc (Hons) Psychology (Hertfordshire), MSc Health Psychology (City University), PhD (Hertfordshire), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (Middlesex University). Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, including studies on healthcare chaplains' workplace integration, skin cancer patients' psychotherapy experiences, and socioeconomic predictors of cooperative social behavior. Research interests include exploring temporalities of fertility treatment, health-related quality of life in pediatric populations, and the impact of workplace environments on employee health behaviors. She has published widely on topics such as firefighter well-being, midwifery stress, and the role of gamified applications in promoting healthy lifestyles. Current projects investigate long-term counseling outcomes for women in low-income communities and the psychological impact of fertility treatment cessation during the pandemic. Teaching responsibilities include mentoring over a dozen PhD students across diverse topics such as work-life balance in different family structures, workplace bullying dynamics, and cognitive behavioral therapy practitioner competence development. She has received grants for studies on diabetes-stress-depression relationships and has contributed to policy discussions on public sector austerity and work-life balance in the UK. Notable contributions include evaluating long-term counseling services for marginalized women and assessing the impact of the pandemic on Reiki practitioners. Her work emphasizes translating research into practical interventions for clinical and occupational health settings.

Peter H. Brubakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Exercise Physiology
• Cardiology
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter H. Brubaker is a tenured Professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Science at Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With a 30+ year fellowship in both the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Association of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, he has directed cardiac rehabilitation programs (1991-2016) and currently serves as Wake Forest's Faculty Athletic Representative to NCAA/ACC. His research spans chronic disease prevention, heart failure, and cancer-related cardiovascular dysfunction. Academic Roles: Professor, Director of Healthy Exercise/Lifestyle Programs Research Themes: Heart failure rehabilitation, exercise physiology, caloric restriction effects, chemotherapy cardiotoxicity His 150+ publications focus on clinical trials like BEACON (bone health in aging), SECRET II (obesity-HFpEF interactions), and MESA ancillary studies. Recent work includes 2024 publications on trial methodologies and 2023 meta-analyses of exercise adherence. Scientific Recognition: ACSM Fellow, AACR Fellow Editorial Roles: Clinical Section Editor, ACSM Guidelines 7th ed. Brubaker's NIH and industry-funded projects include cardiovascular injury assessments post-chemotherapy and resistance training interventions for HFpEF. He lectures nationally/internationally on clinical exercise applications.

• Nutrition
• Public Health
• Culinary Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Sharon Croxford is an academic at Australian Catholic University (ACU), affiliated with the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on nutrition education, public health, and culinary science, with a particular emphasis on dietary behavior, migration-related health, and employability in higher education. She has contributed to defining culinary medicine/nutrition frameworks and exploring student career readiness in nutrition programs. Her work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of food science, including the molecular basis of food properties and cultural influences on dietary practices. She has published on topics such as the impact of obesity, dietary guidelines in culinary education, and food insecurity linked to poverty and migration. Collaborations with industry and academic partners have informed curriculum development and online course design. Professor Croxford’s publications span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and textbooks. Notable works include Understanding the Science of Food: From Molecules to Mouthfeel (2017) and Poverty, Disadvantage and Food Insecurity (2015). Her interdisciplinary approach addresses both clinical and sociocultural dimensions of food and nutrition.

• Pharmacogenetics
• Predictive Modeling
• Clinical Outcomes Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Noor Al-Hammadi, Ph.D., MBChB, M.P.H., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health & Clinical Outcomes Research at Saint Louis University's School of Medicine. She holds a Ph.D. in Health Outcomes Research and an M.P.H., both from Saint Louis University. Her research focuses on Warfarin Pharmacogenetics and Predictive Modeling, with a strong emphasis on improving clinical outcomes through data-driven approaches. Dr. Al-Hammadi has received notable awards, including the Ph.D. award with distinction (2022) and a Fulbright Scholarship for her M.P.H. (2007-2009). Her work spans interdisciplinary areas, including healthcare economics, maternal morbidity, and personalized medicine. She teaches courses such as HDS 5330 (Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning) and HDS 5310 (Analytics and Statistical Programming). Dr. Al-Hammadi is affiliated with professional organizations like the American Public Health Association and the Iraqi Medical Association. Her recent research highlights include studies on substance use disorder impacts, Alzheimer's early detection, and warfarin dosing optimization. Dr. Al-Hammadi’s contributions extend to improving healthcare equity and patient outcomes through rigorous research and interprofessional education. Her honors include multiple achievement awards for service in biostatistics at Washington University (2014, 2019). She actively publishes in high-impact areas, blending clinical, genetic, and environmental data to address complex health challenges.

Eduardo Luís Cardosoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Innovation
• Individual Learning
• Organizational Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eduardo Luís Cardoso serves as Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Biotechnology and Researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF), Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP Porto). He additionally holds leadership positions as Executive Director of the EBRI Center for Knowledge Valorization and Transfer and Coordinator of Services to Companies at the Faculty of Biotechnology. His educational background includes a PhD in Innovation from the School of Engineering of Minho University (awarded January 1, 2005), a Master's in Industrial Management from the Faculty of Engineering of Porto University (1992), and a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from the same institution (1986). PhD in Innovation, School of Engineering of Minho University Master in Industrial Management, Faculty of Engineering of Porto University (1992) Bachelor in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering of Porto University (1986) Dr. Cardoso's research spans Innovation, Individual and Organizational Learning, Knowledge Management, and Entrepreneurship. His work bridges academic theory with practical applications across multiple sectors. His fingerprint analysis reveals significant contributions to Entrepreneurship (100%), Electronic Learning (54%), Knowledge Transfer (51%), Technology (51%), and Technology Transfer (47%). His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on technology transfer in agri-food systems, knowledge sharing in bioproducts communities, e-learning assessment methodologies, and sustainable agricultural solutions. His research often integrates educational technology with business innovation, creating practical frameworks for knowledge valorization. Technology transfer frameworks for agri-food sector innovation Knowledge sharing mechanisms in bioproduct communities E-learning assessment tools for educational technology Sustainable agricultural solutions through soil microbial diversity Phytomanagement strategies for contaminated land rehabilitation Dr. Cardoso has coordinated numerous R&D+I projects funded by programs including RTD FP, PRIMA, and ERASMUS+. His portfolio includes T-GREEN (Transforming Graduate Education), SFT-EDIH (Smart Sustainable Farms), DIP4Agri, YouARIn, and 3Boost projects, demonstrating his commitment to sustainable innovation and knowledge transfer. He serves on boards at the Faculty, CBQF Research Center, and AESBUC University-Industry Association. Previously, he consulted for Portugal's Education Ministry Evaluation Office and coordinated a Competence Center for ICT in Education for 10 years as part of the National Network supporting ICT in Schools. He was also part of a spinoff team established in 2009 that now operates internationally in Laboratory Technologies.

Amjad B. Ahmadمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable and Organic Agriculture
• Soil Fertility and Health
• Plant Nutrition
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Amjad B. Ahmad is an Assistant Professor and Assistant Extension Agent affiliated with the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. He leads initiatives in the Sustainable and Organic Agriculture Program (SOAP), focusing on practical solutions for local farmers. PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Management (University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa) MS in Field Crops - Legume Production (Mosul University) BS in Agronomy (Mosul University) His research spans Sustainable and Organic Agriculture , with emphasis on soil fertility , plant nutrition , and crop diversity . Recent publications highlight organic pest control, mental health challenges in agriculture, and revitalizing Hawaiʻi’s banana industry. 2023 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Extension Dr. Ahmad collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including the Waimanalo Learning Center, and contributes to the Hanai'Ai Quarterly Newsletter. His work bridges scientific research and community engagement.

David M. Seckoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Science Journalism
• Digital Innovation in Journalism
• Public Engagement with Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David M. Secko is a Professor in the Department of Journalism at Concordia University, serving as MA Program Director for Digital Innovation in Journalism Studies. He leads the Concordia Science Journalism Project (CSJP) and the experiential summer school Projected Futures, focusing on the future of science journalism and democratic science-society engagement through experimental storytelling and public deliberation. His educational background includes: Postdoctoral Fellow, W. Maurice Young Centre for Applied Ethics, University of British Columbia PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, University of British Columbia MJ in Science Journalism, University of British Columbia BSc (Hons.) in Life Science, Queen’s University Dr. Secko's research pioneers experimental science journalism models that bridge journalism, science ethics, and public engagement. His work examines democratic governance of biotechnology through journalist-public-expert interactions, with emphasis on digital innovation in science storytelling, crisis communication (e.g., Ebola coverage), and deliberative democracy frameworks for emerging technologies. He investigates how journalism can hold science accountable while fostering inclusive societal debates. His 15 most recent publications reveal evolving trends: increasing focus on science journalism futures (2019-2022), crisis reporting ethics (Ebola), and public deliberation on biotechnology governance (2014-2017). Key thematic shifts include moving from molecular biology roots to science communication frameworks, with growing emphasis on digital innovation, educational models for science journalists, and cross-sectoral collaboration in health/environmental crises. Dr. Secko has received significant recognition for his contributions: University Research Award Dean’s Award for Excellence As an advisor, he mentors MA/PhD students through Concordia's MA program in Digital Innovation and Individualized PhD program, supervising research on science journalism futures and public engagement. His SSHRC-funded Communicating Synthetic Biology Project (2017-2021) supports trainee development in experimental science communication. He actively recruits research assistants at all academic levels, emphasizing hands-on experience in his Projected Futures summer school. The Concordia Science Journalism Project (CSJP), founded by Dr. Secko in 2008, operates as an integrated research-teaching platform including Projected Futures summer school and the Science Journalism Educator network. This ecosystem develops evidence-based tools for science journalists while testing innovative storytelling methods to strengthen public engagement with critical scientific debates.

Subhashni Rajمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Natural Hazard Resilience
• Food Systems Planning
• Sustainable Energy Research Planning

Dr. Subhashni Raj is an Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaii's Department of Urban and Regional Planning and UHERO. Her research examines critical intersections of sustainability and community resilience through three primary lenses: Natural Hazard Resilience, Food Systems Planning, and Sustainable Energy Research Planning. She holds a Ph.D. and Master's in Urban and Regional Planning from SUNY Buffalo and a B.S. in Microbiology, Chemistry and Zoology from Bangalore University. Dr. Raj's research portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on systemic approaches to urban challenges. She employs advanced methodologies like network analysis to examine food systems and land teleconnections, with significant work on climate vulnerability adaptation in both global north and south contexts. Her publications frequently address equity dimensions in municipal planning and resource management. Recent scholarship (2022-2025) shows intensifying focus on climate-food systems interactions through FEWsheds research and climate vulnerability assessments. Network analysis methodologies feature prominently across her work, applied to contexts ranging from global wheat supply chains to Honolulu's food security challenges. Her community-centered approach consistently highlights local solutions to food deserts and agricultural planning.

• Biological psychology
• Maternal health
• Neural regulation of energy balance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anaya Mitra is Associate Professor of Psychology specializing in biological psychology at St Catherine University's School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences. Her research examines neural mechanisms governing energy intake/expenditure and sociocultural factors influencing nutrition and physical activity. Mitra's doctoral work established rodent models for maternal obesity impacts on fetal development, while her public health background informs community-focused approaches to health disparities. Current investigations focus on malnutrition, obesity, and infertility through combined neuroscience and public health lenses. As evaluator for St Catherine's CATIE Center, she applies research methodology to educational program assessment. Mitra's interdisciplinary approach connects biological mechanisms with population health outcomes.

Kathryn Libalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Refugee Resettlement
• Human Rights Policy
• Forced Migration Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kathryn Libal is a Professor and Director of the Human Rights Institute at the University of Connecticut’s School of Social Work. Her work focuses on human rights frameworks in refugee resettlement, asylum processes, and the localization of rights such as housing, healthcare, and food security. She holds leadership roles in interdisciplinary research and policy advocacy. Her research interests include the intersection of voluntarism and migration policy, governance structures affecting displaced populations, and the application of human rights principles to urban social welfare systems. Recent work examines pandemic responses for marginalized groups and solidarity-based approaches to crises. Key publications include edited volumes on noncitizen rights, human rights-based social work practice, and critiques of U.S. exceptionalism in human rights implementation. Her articles address refugee resettlement mechanisms, war-related public health crises, and post-recession welfare exclusions. Libal’s grants and advising are central to her interdisciplinary collaborations, though specific details are not provided. She leads the Human Rights Institute, fostering research partnerships on global justice issues.

Neelum T. Aggarwalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurology
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Cognitive Decline
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Neelum T. Aggarwal, MD is a Professor in the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush Medical College, Rush University , and a practicing neurologist at the Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center . Her research focuses on the intersection of neurology, dietary interventions, and vascular contributions to cognitive decline and dementia. Primary Affiliation: Rush University School: Rush Medical College Department: Neurological Sciences Role: Professor and Clinician Her work spans Alzheimer's disease prevention , including the development of the MIND diet , investigation of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA) in clinical trials, and community engagement to improve diversity and inclusion in dementia research. Key areas include neuroimaging biomarkers, socioeconomic determinants of brain health, and lifestyle interventions for neurodegenerative diseases. Recent publications highlight collaborations on neuroimaging in AD trials , dietary impacts on white matter hyperintensities , and sex/gender disparities in dementia. She actively engages in public health outreach , including programs for homeless populations and the Chicago South Asian community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Selected Research Trends: Her studies emphasize multimodal neuroimaging (PET, MRI) , longitudinal tracking of cognitive decline , and intersectional factors like race, concussion history, and cardiovascular risk in neurodegenerative outcomes.

Grant Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Development Economics
• Economic Demography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Grant Miller is the Henry J. Kaiser, Jr. Professor of Health Policy at Stanford School of Medicine, Senior Fellow at Freeman Spogli Institute (FSI) and Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR). He holds courtesy appointments in Economics and directs the Stanford Human Trafficking Data Lab. His work focuses on health economics, development economics, and economic demography, with emphasis on improving health strategies in developing countries. Education: Ph.D. in Health Policy (Economics Track), Harvard University, 2005 M.A. in Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School, 2000 B.A. in Psychology, Yale University, 1995 Research Interests: Miller’s research addresses three core themes: (1) drivers of population health improvement, (2) behavioral underpinnings of health determinants, and (3) policy-design for effective health interventions. Recent work explores clean brick kiln technologies in Bangladesh, China’s One Child Policy impacts, and labor trafficking in global supply chains. Awards: 2020 Essen Health Conference Best Paper Prize 2013 American Economic Review Excellence in Refereeing 2006 ASAHE Best Student Paper Grants & Funding: Over $20M in grants from NIH, Gates Foundation, and US State Department, including projects on labor trafficking prevention in Brazil and Bangladesh, clean energy transitions in brick manufacturing, and anemia reduction programs in China/India. Affiliations: National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), Stanford King Center on Global Development.

Brian Woodمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hunter-Gatherer Studies
• Human Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Demography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Wood is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Harvard University (2010), an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (2004), and a B.A. in Anthropology from UC Davis (1999). His research focuses on hunter-gatherer behavioral ecology, evolutionary demography, and human-chimpanzee comparisons. He leads the Hadza Hunter-Gatherer Research project in Tanzania and collaborates with the Ngogo Chimpanzee Project in Uganda. Director of The Hadza Fund, a nonprofit providing healthcare and emergency services to the Hadza community. Recipient of grants from NSF, National Geographic, and the Max Planck Institute. Developed the Xtracks software for analyzing movement and spatial data. Advises PhD students in UCLA's biological anthropology program, offering fieldwork opportunities in Tanzania. Research interests include foraging strategies, food sharing, spatial behavior, and human-wildlife cooperation. Notable work includes discovering menopause in wild chimpanzees (Science 2023) and documenting culturally specific human-honeyguide communication (Science 2023). His work bridges anthropology, ecology, and conservation through quantitative and qualitative methods.