Daniel Dyball is a Researcher at King's College London, affiliated with the Department of Psychological Medicine within the School of Academic Psychiatry. He joined King's in 2015 and is part of the King’s Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR), a leading UK civilian center for military health research. His work focuses on mental health challenges faced by military personnel, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and the psychological impacts of combat injuries. His research investigates how physical combat injuries correlate with substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and mental health deterioration among Armed Forces personnel. Recent studies have highlighted the complex interplay between injury severity, military service discharge, and long-term psychological well-being. His contributions include analyzing data from the ADVANCE study and other large-scale military health datasets. Dr. Dyball’s work emphasizes improving mental healthcare access and reducing stigma within military communities. He collaborates closely with the KCMHR to produce actionable insights for policymakers and healthcare providers.
Dr. Hassan Jafari is a statistician at King's College London's Department of Biostatistics and Health Informatics, affiliated with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. He holds a PhD in physiotherapy from Iran University of Medical Sciences and is completing a PhD in Health Psychology from KU Leuven. His expertise includes statistical design and analysis of clinical trials, particularly in mental health and neuroscience domains. Research interests focus on psychophysiology of pain and cardiovascular systems, psychometrics, and clinical trial methodologies. He has contributed to studies on compassion-focused therapy for psychosis, complex PTSD-psychosis symptom interactions, and digital interventions like AVATAR therapy for auditory hallucinations. His work spans systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials in areas like musculoskeletal disorders, dementia agitation, and beta-blocker efficacy. Key projects include the AVATAR2 trial for voice-hearing treatment and the BOPPP trial for oesophageal varices prevention. He collaborates internationally on topics ranging from psilocybin therapy for depression to pelvic floor rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis patients.
Raphael Underwood is an active academic researcher focused on PTSD, psychosis, and mental health interventions. His work bridges clinical psychology, neuroscience, and healthcare policy. He collaborates internationally on studies involving complex PTSD, trauma-focused therapies, and cognitive vulnerability in youth. Research Interests: He specializes in understanding the interplay between trauma, psychosis, and cognitive processes. Key areas include: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) mechanisms Clinical applications of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Neural networks underlying emotion and threat appraisal Psychosis symptomology and comorbidity School-based mental health interventions Key Contributions: Recent work highlights: Temporal network analysis linking complex PTSD to psychosis (2025) Impact of PTSD on daily psychosis symptoms (2024) Development of classroom-based early intervention programs (2021) Collaborations: Engages with global teams on clinical trials (e.g., STAR trial), qualitative healthcare studies, and interdisciplinary neuroscience projects.
Kristen Muché is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) at Antioch University Los Angeles. With 11 years of trauma work experience, she serves as a Clinical Supervisor and Adjunct Lecturer , specializing in complex trauma (C-PTSD), sexual trauma, vicarious trauma, generational trauma, and organized crime interventions. Broad expertise in trauma psychotherapy and mental health advocacy Trained in relational, eclectic approaches and expressive arts therapies Her practice spans diverse environments, including: Community non-profits Outpatient clinics Jails and residential facilities Police departments and hospitals As an educator, she trains students in social work, counseling, psychology, and criminal justice programs, emphasizing multicultural practices and trauma-informed care. She holds an MA in Clinical Psychology and contributes to public mental health awareness through workshops and training programs. Personal interests include: Expressive arts and tattooing Exploring nature and sci-fi/fantasy Veganism and unconventional creativity
John E. Kolassa is a Professor of Statistics at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. He is affiliated with the Department of Statistics, where he conducts research and teaching in asymptotics and biostatistics. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, and he maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and contributions to statistical methodology. Ph.D., University of Chicago Dr. Kolassa's research is centered on asymptotic theory, nonparametric statistics, and biostatistical methods. His work includes the development and analysis of saddlepoint approximations, Edgeworth expansions, and inference techniques for complex data. He has a strong focus on theoretical statistics, with applications in medical and biological contexts. His expertise spans categorical data analysis, life data analysis, and regression models, as reflected in his teaching of graduate courses such as 960:555 (Nonparametric Statistics) and 960:583 (Methods of Inference). The 15 most recent publications, spanning from 2021 to 2013, demonstrate a consistent focus on statistical theory and methodology. Key themes include the refinement of approximation techniques (e.g., Edgeworth and saddlepoint), inference in complex models (e.g., posterior densities, penalized likelihood), and nonparametric methods. His work often addresses foundational issues in statistical inference, such as the validity of expansions, the reliability of p-values, and the handling of zero-event studies in meta-analysis. The research bridges theoretical development with practical application in biostatistics and health sciences. Fellow of the American Statistical Association (ASA) Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS) Elected member of the International Statistical Institute (ISI) Editor, Stat Dr. Kolassa is an active advisor and researcher, contributing to the academic community through his editorial role for the journal Stat . He has received significant recognition through his fellowships in the ASA and IMS, highlighting his impact on the field. His work has been supported through academic appointments and professional activities, though specific grant details are not provided in the source material. He is also involved in the development of statistical software, having created R packages for nonparametric methods and infinite estimates. Dr. Kolassa leads a research team focused on theoretical and applied statistics, with a particular emphasis on developing and validating statistical methodologies. He has mentored students and collaborated on interdisciplinary research, particularly in biostatistics and health outcomes. His laboratory or research group is centered on computational and theoretical statistics, utilizing tools like R for simulation and analysis.
Suzanne van der Veldt serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering within the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES), specializing in the behavioural neuroscience cluster. Her research focuses on how the brain distinguishes between safe and threatening contexts, particularly examining failures in this process that lead to anxiety disorders, PTSD, and other fear-related conditions. PhD in Neuroscience from McGill University (2016-2021) as a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar Postdoctoral fellowship at Université de Montréal and CHU Sainte-Justine (2021-2025) supported by CIHR and FRQS fellowships MSc in European Master in Neuroscience (Neurasmus program) (2013-2015) Her research integrates traditional laboratory approaches with innovative studies of free-roaming mice in semi-naturalistic environments to bridge the gap between controlled experiments and real-world complexity. She specializes in the septohippocampal system, employing cutting-edge techniques including multi-region neural recordings, cell-type specific manipulations, and miniaturized calcium imaging in freely behaving animals. Her work examines how neural circuits assign emotional value to places and experiences, with particular attention to sex differences in emotional processing and vulnerability to anxiety disorders. Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent focus on hippocampal-septal circuitry, with significant contributions to understanding spatial memory coding, neural oscillations (particularly theta and gamma rhythms), and the neural basis of fear conditioning. Her research increasingly incorporates sex as a biological variable and examines circuit dysfunctions in psychiatric conditions. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (prestigious Canadian doctoral award) CIHR Fellowship (Canadian Institutes of Health Research) FRQS Fellowship (Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé) Dr. van der Veldt leads the Van der Veldt Lab for Behavioural Neuroscience, which investigates emotional processing through innovative approaches combining circuit neuroscience with ethologically relevant behavioral paradigms. Her lab receives funding through tenure-track mechanisms at the University of Groningen and previously secured competitive fellowships during her postdoctoral training. The lab actively collaborates with international neuroscience groups, particularly with researchers at McGill University and Université de Montréal.
Stephanie Armes is an Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy and Director of MFT Internships at Seattle Pacific University (SPU) since 2019. She is affiliated with the School of Psychology, Family & Community. BA, Seattle Pacific University (2007) MS, University of Kentucky (2014) PhD, University of Georgia (2019) Her research focuses on primary (PTSD) and secondary traumatic stress (STS) , examining how trauma impacts therapists, couples, and communities. She has conducted international studies in Cambodia, analyzing trauma responses post-Khmer Rouge and therapists' experiences with complex trauma. Her work aims to improve therapist resiliency and inform global mental health practices. Her recent publications span topics including therapist impairment , Cambodian trauma contexts , veteran homelessness , and cultural sensitivity in mental health assessments . These works emphasize cross-cultural and trauma-informed approaches. Stephanie collaborates with international teams, including Project Family Georgia, LLC, and contributes to initiatives like the Living Well Initiative at SPU. She has clinical experience in university clinics in Lexington, KY, and Athens, GA.
Laird Bridgman, Psy.D., serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School's Anaheim campus within The College of Professional Psychology. With over 30 years of clinical practice and 25 years of graduate teaching experience across Southern California programs, he specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for mood disorders, addiction recovery (particularly compulsive sexual behaviors), depression, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions. Education: B.S. in Psychology, University of Georgia (1984) M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Biola University (1986) Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, Biola University (1991) Dr. Bridgman's research integrates clinical practice with theoretical exploration, focusing on CBT applications, spirituality in psychological treatment, and specialized interventions for sexual addiction and military family dynamics. His work bridges evidence-based therapy with theological perspectives, particularly in recovery contexts. He completed a 12-month fellowship at The Beck Institute under Dr. Aaron T. Beck, solidifying his expertise in cognitive therapy frameworks. Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a strategic shift toward military family reintegration challenges and healthcare system dynamics, while maintaining continuity in addiction treatment research. His scholarly trajectory demonstrates consistent exploration of underrepresented topics including compulsive sexual behaviors and the intersection of faith with clinical practice. Scientific Awards: Fellow in the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies Certified Employee Assistance Professional As an educator, Dr. Bridgman has shaped psychology curricula through graduate course instruction for 25+ years while maintaining active clinical practice. His professional journey includes 9 years at Integrated Behavioral Health where he held leadership roles including Director of Provider Services and Director of Employee Assistance Programming, serving Fortune 100/500 organizations. This industry experience informs his applied teaching approach and EAP-focused presentations. Dr. Bridgman extends his expertise through community engagement via the YouTube channel Psychology4Everyday , hosting discussions on sexuality, trust dynamics, and psychotherapy approaches. His public outreach includes presentations for organizations like Vanguard University and Biola University, demonstrating commitment to knowledge dissemination beyond academic settings.
Assoc. Prof. Presiyan Burgov is an Associate Professor at the University of Veliko Tarnovo , affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy . His academic work focuses on cognitive psychology, psychopathology, and clinical psychology. University e-mail: p.burgov@ts.uni-vt.bg Personal e-mail: p_burgov@abv.bg Research Interests: Cognitive psychology and psychopathology Psychoanalysis and psychodiagnostics Psychological counseling and applied psychology Recent Publications demonstrate expertise in: Borderline personality structures Narcissistic pathology Post-traumatic stress disorders Cognitive dissonance models Psychosomatic conditions Notable Projects: Project for creating a university unit for psychological support of students with special educational needs (2023-2024) Project-oriented training of psychology students (2012-2013)
Christine Elizabeth Marx, M.D., is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Professor in Neurosurgery at Duke University. She serves as Vice Chair for Faculty in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and is a Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. Her primary clinical and research affiliations are with the VA Medical Center in Durham, NC. Education: M.D., Duke University (1992) M.A., University of Virginia (1988) Her research focuses on neuropsychiatric disorders, with emphasis on PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and neurosteroid mechanisms. She investigates epigenetic aging, inflammation pathways, and neuroimaging biomarkers in military veterans. Key themes include stress response modulation, neuroendocrine interactions, and translational interventions for trauma-related conditions. Recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate strong trends in PTSD-TBI comorbidity, neurosteroid biomarkers (e.g., allopregnanolone), and epigenetic studies in veteran cohorts. Over 80% of articles integrate neuroimaging, molecular biology, or clinical trial methodologies to explore mechanisms of stress-related disorders. Grants and Projects: Duke University Psychiatry Physician-Scientist Residency Training Program (2024-2029) Novel Intervention for Chronic Complex TBI in Veterans (2022-2026) Allopregnanolone in post-stroke depression (2024-2026) A Neurosteroid Intervention for Menopausal Depression (2023-2025) Clinical Medication Development for Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorders (2018-2023) She collaborates extensively with the VA Mid-Atlantic MIRECC Workgroup, leading multi-site studies on military trauma, neurosteroid therapeutics, and brain aging.
Jonathan Robert Young serves as Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine, with dual appointments at the Durham VA Health Care System's Treatment Refractory Disorders Clinic and Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. His clinical work includes electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) services and specialized care for Veterans with complex psychiatric comorbidities. His educational background includes: M.D. from Stony Brook University (2016) Psychiatry Residency at Duke University School of Medicine (2016-2020) Dr. Young's research centers on translational neuromodulation applications , particularly repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for substance use disorders and PTSD. Current projects develop personalized smoking cessation protocols for Veterans using functional-connectivity MRI-guided rTMS combined with cognitive behavioral therapy and nicotine replacement. His methodology integrates neuroimaging biomarkers with behavioral interventions to address treatment-resistant conditions. Publication trends reveal three dominant themes: (1) Veterans' mental health interventions targeting PTSD-substance use comorbidity, (2) neuromodulation mechanism studies exploring functional connectivity changes, and (3) neuroethical frameworks for emerging brain stimulation technologies. Over 80% of recent work involves VA-affiliated Veteran populations with emphasis on real-world implementation. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. His academic service includes mentoring Bass Connections in Brain & Society student teams through courses like NEUROSCI 496 and BRAINSOC 795T, though specific grant funding details remain unreported. Collaborative work spans Duke's Division of Behavioral Medicine & Neurosciences, VA research units, and Duke Institute for Brain Sciences teams focused on clinical translation of neuromodulation technologies.
Jasminka Štefulj is a Professor and Head of the Laboratory for Neurochemistry and Molecular Neurobiology at the Ruđer Bošković Institute (Zagreb, Croatia). With a PhD in Biology from the University of Zagreb, she leads research on serotonin (epi)genetics and its role in complex diseases, particularly maternal-fetal interactions, obesity, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Education: BSc (1997), MSc (2000), PhD (2005) from University of Zagreb; Postdoc at Medical University of Graz (2006-2008) Key Projects: Croatian Science Foundation grants on maternal metabolic-serotonin interactions (2018-2022), Catholic University collaborations (2016-2018), international mobility grants (Austria, Germany, Japan) Research Themes : Focus on Serotonin signaling in placental development and neonatal outcomes Epigenetic mechanisms linking maternal metabolic states to fetal gene regulation Genetic models of serotonin homeostasis in obesity and psychiatric conditions Neurochemical pathways in Alzheimer's disease and lipid metabolism Scientific Contributions include 15+ recent publications on DNA methylation, placental gene expression, and metabolic-serotonin interactions. Awards : Visiting Scientists Program (Austria), Austrian Government Fellowship, Rector's Award (Zagreb). She mentors graduate students and leads international collaborations while teaching at the University of Zagreb School of Medicine and Catholic University of Croatia.
Jennie Moberg is a Senior Lecturer at Stockholm University's Department of Social Work, where she conducts research on psychosocial issues in psychiatric contexts with a focus on recovery from mental health problems, participation, power dynamics, and user influence. Her work primarily examines how individuals with mental health experiences can gain meaningful influence over care, treatment, and research processes, particularly focusing on adolescent populations in psychiatric settings. Dr. Moberg's educational background includes a PhD in Social Work from Stockholm University, with her doctoral dissertation titled "Recovery-oriented work with adolescents facing complex needs: Exploring participation through the triad of adolescents, parents, and staff in psychiatric inpatient care" (2025). Her research methodology often incorporates qualitative approaches, including autoethnography and narrative analysis, to explore complex mental health experiences. Her research interests center on recovery-oriented practices in mental health care, particularly examining the dynamics between adolescents, parents, and staff in psychiatric inpatient settings. She has conducted extensive work on Patient-Initiated Brief Admission (PIBA) for adolescents, exploring how this intervention can promote youth participation and autonomy in mental health care. Her work frequently addresses epistemic justice, examining how the knowledge and experiences of individuals with mental health challenges are valued (or devalued) within clinical settings. She also investigates the cognitive and social impacts of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), drawing on both professional expertise and personal experience. Dr. Moberg is affiliated with The Research Group in Psychosocial Work at Stockholm University, which focuses on the interactions between individuals needing care and professional caregivers, including power relations within these relationships. Her research has been published in leading journals including British Journal of Social Work , Frontiers in Psychiatry , and Child and Adolescent Mental Health . Analysis of her publication record from 2013-2025 reveals a consistent trajectory focusing on adolescent mental health, recovery processes, and participatory approaches in psychiatric care. Her work demonstrates increasing sophistication in theoretical frameworks, incorporating epistemic justice theory and ecological systems theory to analyze complex care dynamics. A notable trend is her development from examining individual ECT experiences to broader systemic analyses of recovery-oriented practices in adolescent mental health care. Dr. Moberg actively contributes to public discourse on mental health through media appearances, including interviews and participation in the NSPH podcast "Kafferast i kunskapsfabriken." She has received research and development grants from RSMH, indicating recognition of her scholarly contributions.
Dr. Pratima Saravanan is an Assistant Professor in the School of Industrial Engineering and Management at Oklahoma State University, where she has been employed since July 2023. Previously, she held concurrent appointments as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Center for Health Data Science and Analytics at Houston Methodist Hospital (2021-2023) and as a Lecturer at Texas A&M University's Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering (2022-2023). Her educational background includes: PhD in Industrial Engineering with a focus on Human Factors from The Pennsylvania State University (2021) MS in Industrial Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University (2020) MS in Bioengineering from The Pennsylvania State University (2018) BE in Biomedical Engineering from PSG College of Technology, India (2015) Dr. Saravanan's research spans cognitive sciences, human factors in healthcare, and clinical decision-making. She specializes in understanding human performance in complex systems, particularly in healthcare settings and emergency response scenarios. Her work integrates methodologies from human factors engineering, cognitive psychology, and data science to improve system design and human performance. She leads the Cognitive Performance Lab at Oklahoma State University, which focuses on studying human cognitive performance in various contexts including healthcare and emergency response. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on cognitive workload assessment, stress monitoring in healthcare professionals, decision-making processes, and prosthetic rehabilitation. Her work increasingly incorporates advanced analytical methods including machine learning, topic modeling, and physiological measurements to understand human performance in complex environments. She has published extensively on ICU nurse stress during the pandemic, firefighter decision-making, and prosthetic prescription methodologies. Dr. Saravanan teaches courses including Work Design, Ergonomics, and Human Performance; Economic Decision Analysis; and Doctoral Research and Dissertation. She is currently involved in funded research projects including 'A Multi-level Investigation of Factors Influencing Community Health Program Efficacy' through the InSPIRE Program in the College of Education and Human Sciences, and 'Occupational Stress and Cognitive Workload among Urban and Wildland Fire Fighters: A Comparison Study' with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Molly A Hall is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Genetics at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. She leads the Hall Lab which focuses on human genetics, exposome research, and gene-environment interactions. Her work spans complex diseases including PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, Alzheimer's disease, and the effects of childhood maltreatment and trauma. Her research expertise includes: Exposome and environmental exposure analysis Multi-omic data integration Gene-environment interactions in complex diseases Metabolomics approaches Statistical methods for genetic and environmental data Dr. Hall has developed analytical tools like CLARITE (CLeaning to Analysis: Reproducibility-based Interface for Traits and Exposures) for environment-wide association studies. Her recent publications demonstrate active research in sex-specific associations, polygenic risk modeling, and multi-omic integration approaches. In November 2024, her lab presented three posters at the American Society of Human Genetics Annual Meeting covering nonadditive genetic risk variants, exposure-exposure interaction analysis, and genome-exposome tools for autism and ADHD. Dr. Hall has mentored several PhD students including Kristin Passero, Jiayan Zhou, Morris Aguilar, and Tomas González Zarzar, who have gone on to positions at Virginia Commonwealth University, Stanford University, and established their own labs.
