جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Health
• Mixed Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ryan Kelly is an Associate Professor in the School of Computing Technologies at RMIT University, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), digital health, and mixed reality. His research focuses on technology-enabled social connection and wellbeing, including designing communication tools for close relationships, digital health initiatives like the Music-Attuned Care via eHealth (MATCH) project, and VR applications for mental health. He collaborates with industry partners such as Google, Netflix, and the Worldwide Fund for Nature, and has developed technologies for older adults, including simplified video calling systems for aged care during the pandemic. His work has been featured globally in media, including Al-Jazeera's documentary All Hail the Algorithm . He actively contributes to the HCI community as a reviewer and committee member for conferences like ACM CHI and CSCW, holding roles such as Editor for CSCW 2025 and Awards Co-Chair for CSCW 2023. Ryan supervises PhD candidates exploring human-centered AI for social connection and online safety for older adults. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health), 9 (Industry Innovation), and 11 (Sustainable Cities). Key projects include the VR mindfulness application used by over 200,000 Australians and the Painpad device for pain logging in UK hospitals. He advocates for participatory design frameworks, emphasizing ethical AI and technology’s role in fostering meaningful human experiences.

• Public Health
• eHealth
• mHealth
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Silje C. Wangberg is a Professor of Public Health and serves as Vice Dean for Research Education and Practice for Nursing BSc and further education programs at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Campus Narvik. She is a psychologist with a holistic perspective on health and disease, focusing on supporting individuals in taking the best possible care of themselves to live a good life with optimal physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. Her primary research interests include: eHealth and mHealth applications Health behavior and behavior change Health promotion and prevention Physical activity and smoking cessation Diabetes and heart disease management Social inequality in health Mindfulness, yoga, and meditation Dr. Wangberg's extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on digital health interventions, particularly examining how internet and mobile technologies can support health behavior change across various populations. Her recent work shows increasing emphasis on specialized populations including individuals with intellectual disabilities and exploration of emerging technologies like augmented reality in healthcare education. She maintains a strong interest in addressing health inequalities through technological solutions while recognizing the continued importance of human factors in health management. She is an active member of the HEL research group focused on Public Health and Rehabilitation, and participates in the One Health project at Campus Narvik.

• Mental Health
• Refugee Youth
• Digital Health Interventions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Moses Okumu is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work and affiliated with the Center for African Studies at the University of Illinois. His research focuses on the intersection of mental health, digital health interventions, and humanitarian challenges affecting refugee youth in Uganda, particularly in urban slums like Kampala. Key research areas: mental health promotion, climate change impacts on refugee populations, eHealth literacy, and sexual/reproductive health. Collaborates on topics like social-ecological vulnerability, virtual reality therapeutic tools, and resource scarcity in humanitarian settings. His work includes qualitative studies, randomized controlled trials, and thematic analyses addressing health disparities in displaced communities. Media contributions highlight condom use trends among refugee teens and digital mental health solutions.

John J. Curtinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital therapeutics
• Machine learning applications in mental health
• Addiction research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John J. Curtin is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he directs the Addiction Research Center. His work bridges clinical psychology, computer science, and engineering to develop innovative digital solutions for mental health and addiction treatment. Dr. Curtin's research focuses on digital therapeutics and personal sensing technologies for substance use disorders and mental illness. His laboratory develops software applications that provide evidence-based interventions, treatment management tools, and enhanced communication with care providers. He specializes in algorithm development for moment-to-moment psychiatric risk prediction and just-in-time personalized interventions that adapt to both patient characteristics and their current context. His research program is highly interdisciplinary, collaborating with the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies, computer science, geography, and electrical and computer engineering departments. Dr. Curtin's work combines machine learning approaches with novel data streams from geolocation, cellular communications, social media activity, and wearable biosensors to create more effective and personalized treatment approaches. Dr. Curtin has secured continuous funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIAAA, NIDA, NCI and NIMH) since 1998. His current research examines machine learning-assisted precision medicine for smoking cessation, contextualized daily prediction of lapse risk in opioid use disorder, and dynamic real-time prediction of alcohol use lapse using mobile health technologies. His laboratory has produced numerous publications advancing the field of digital mental health interventions, with a particular focus on using technology to deliver precisely tailored treatments at the right moment for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Tine Kristin Jensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Psychology
• Child Trauma
• Developmental Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tine Kristin Jensen is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Oslo's Department of Psychology, with a part-time affiliation at the Norwegian Centre for Violence and Traumatic Stress Studies. She specializes in child trauma, PTSD treatment, and developmental psychology, focusing on interventions for youth exposed to violence, disasters, and terrorism. Dr. Jensen co-leads major trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) implementation projects across Europe and conducts research on unaccompanied refugee minors and digital mental health interventions for war-affected children. Education: Cand. psychol. (University of Oslo, 1986) Approved specialist in clinical psychology (Norwegian Psychological Association, 1996) Dr. Psychol. (PhD, University of Oslo, 2005; thesis: Suspicions of Child Sexual Abuse) Her research interests span trauma treatment efficacy, post-traumatic stress symptom dynamics, and cultural influences on psychological recovery. She has pioneered studies on parental experiences of terrorism (e.g., Utøya attack survivors) and developed digital tools like apps to complement TF-CBT for adolescents. Dr. Jensen also addresses systemic challenges in child mental health services, including therapist burnout and resource allocation. Recent work explores social media literacy's role in youth mental health and evaluates stepped-care models for trauma survivors. She collaborates internationally with institutions like Drexel University and Denver University, contributing to global PTSD treatment guidelines. Key projects include: Implementation of TF-CBT in Norwegian child mental health clinics Treatment outcomes for unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors Longitudinal studies on terror survivors' mental health Development of trauma-focused interventions for online abuse victims Dr. Jensen actively contributes to Nordic psychology policy as a journal editor and sits on scientific committees for organizations like ECOTS. Her work bridges clinical practice, research, and public health policy to improve care for traumatized children and families.

Dian Tjondronegoroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Dian Tjondronegoro is a leading academic at Griffith University's Department of Management within the Griffith Business School. He holds roles such as Acting Head of Department and Deputy Head (Research), and is affiliated with the Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing, Griffith Asia Institute, and the Griffith Inclusive Future Beacon. His research focuses on AI ethics, eHealth systems, and digital governance, with over $9M in grants from bodies like the ARC and NHMRC. He has published 145+ peer-reviewed papers and leads initiatives like the 'Governing in the Digital Age' program. A Fellow of the Australian Computer Society and Senior Member of IEEE/ACM, he has won the Gold Disrupters Award (2019) and multiple teaching accolades. Education: PhD in Information Systems (Deakin University, 2005), BIS (QUT, 2001). Research Interests: AI, machine learning, healthcare innovation, responsible AI, workplace design, and digital economy strategies. His articles emphasize AI applications in healthcare monitoring, workplace productivity, and ethical surveillance. Recent work explores post-COVID workplace trends and AI-driven public health solutions. He advises on government policy and innovation through roles like Gold Coast Health's Digital Innovation Advisory Committee. His teaching includes courses on digital strategy and innovation management.

• Disability Health
• Digital Health Technologies
• Visual Impairment Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Soyoung Choi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health at the University of Illinois. She holds affiliations with the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology and the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology. Her research focuses on improving healthcare accessibility for individuals with visual impairments through digital health technologies, physical activity interventions, and inclusive design strategies. Key research areas include mHealth accessibility for blind users, sleep health in visually impaired populations, and participatory design of health interventions. She employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, including scoping reviews and participatory action research. Her work addresses disparities in health technology access and promotes equitable health outcomes for disabled individuals. Choi collaborates across disciplines to advance understanding of disability health, digital health adoption barriers, and aging with visual impairments. Her research has been published in journals such as Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly , Journal of American College Health , and JMIR Formative Research .

Jonathan M. Feldmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Behavioral Interventions
• Asthma
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Jonathan M. Feldman is a Professor of Psychology at Yeshiva University's Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, with secondary appointments at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Pediatrics and Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. His research focuses on integrating psychological theory with health behavior change interventions for asthma management, emphasizing cultural factors, depressive symptoms, and mobile health (mHealth) applications. Education: PhD, Rutgers University (2002) MS, Rutgers University (1999) BA, Binghamton University (1996) Post-doctoral Fellowship, Alpert Medical School of Brown University (2004) Pre-doctoral Internship, University of Washington School of Medicine (2002) His research interests center on psychosocial determinants of asthma outcomes, particularly among Latino and Black children and adults. Key areas include voice biomarkers , mobile health interventions , depressive symptoms , behavioral factors , and inflammatory measures . He has developed behavioral interventions using motivational interviewing to enhance symptom perception and medication adherence in older adults. Scientific contributions include over 20 publications (2016–2024), addressing asthma disparities, mHealth applications, and psychosomatic mechanisms. Notable awards span APA Division 54 Diversity Poster Winner (2015), Thorax Editor's Choice (2012), and multiple best paper/poster recognitions from respiratory psychophysiology societies. As director of the Psychology of Asthma Lab in the Bronx (asthma epicenter), he collaborates with pulmonary physicians to address systemic barriers like cultural health beliefs , caregiver mental health , and social determinants of health . His work includes developing the ASTHMAXcel mobile app to improve symptom perception in children.

Sheleigh Lawlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Public Health
• Health Promotion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Sheleigh Lawler is a health psychology expert and Head of the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland. Her research focuses on health behaviors, psychosocial factors, and communication strategies in public health contexts. She leads interdisciplinary teams addressing chronic disease prevention, Indigenous health equity, and behavioral interventions. She holds a PhD from The University of Auckland and has extensive experience in program evaluation, including the '10,000 Lives' smoking cessation initiative and cancer screening equity projects. Education: Bachelor of Arts, The University of Auckland Masters (Coursework), The University of Auckland Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Auckland Research Interests: She investigates psychosocial variables influencing health behaviors, blended learning pedagogy in public health, and behavioral interventions for chronic diseases. Her work emphasizes health equity, particularly for Indigenous populations, and integrates mHealth/eHealth solutions. Grants and Funding: Current NHMRC Synergy Grant (2024–2029): Achieving Equity in Cancer Screening for First Nations Peoples Queensland Health Grant (2023): Tobacco Reduction Reforms and Skin Cancer Prevention Past NHMRC Project Grant (2008–2013): Telephone Counselling for Diabetes Advising and Supervision: Supervises PhD and Master's students on topics like cancer survivorship care, mHealth for hypertension management, and AI-driven smoking cessation tools. Current projects include evaluating social inclusion programs and Indigenous cancer screening equity. Labs/Teams: Active in initiatives such as the 'Stepping Stone Clubhouse' mental health program evaluation and the development of the Quin chatbot for smoking cessation. Collaborates with government agencies and industry on public health campaigns.

• Workplace Health Interventions
• Climate Change and Health Inequalities
• Sedentary Behavior Reduction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abigail Morris is a Lecturer in Organisational Health and Well Being at the University of Lancaster's Faculty of Health and Medicine. Her work focuses on developing and evaluating workplace health interventions, integrating mixed-methods research to address sedentary behavior, physical activity promotion, and climate change impacts on health. Collaborations include projects with Lancaster Environment Centre exploring local authority climate strategies and Net Zero goals. She has led initiatives like the SLAMM intervention for call center workers and process evaluations of eHealth/mHealth tools such as 'Exertime' and 'Rise and Recharge.' Research interests span interdisciplinary approaches to workplace health, with particular attention to innovative technologies and reducing health inequalities. Projects include feasibility studies on active commuting and the intersection of mental health with dental care access via link workers. Morris has presented at conferences including the International Society of Physical Activity and Health and UK Active Summit, and contributed to policy discussions through events like the Cycling UK Big Bike Revival Parliamentary Event. Awards include the Deans Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Faculty. She supervises PhD students Miriam El Irani and Ming Jin, and participates in research groups like the Centre for Organizational Health and Well Being and FHM Mental Health Theme.

Kelly Grindrodمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Health Technologies
• eHealth
• mHealth
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kelly Grindrod is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy and Associate Director of Clinical Education. She works part-time as a clinical pharmacist at the Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre and is cross-appointed to the School of Public Health & Health Systems at Waterloo. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Part-Time Clinical Practice: Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre Professional Affiliations: Ontario College of Pharmacists, Ontario Pharmacy Association Research Interests: Dr. Grindrod specializes in leveraging digital technologies to improve medication management. Her work examines clinician-patient communication, technology adoption among older adults and vulnerable populations, and systemic changes in pharmacy practice. Publication Trends: Recent studies focus on mobile health applications ( ClereMed ), pharmacist-led clinical services, and knowledge translation in primary care. Key themes include medication safety, digital health equity, and interprofessional collaboration. Awards & Recognition: 2017 Outstanding Performance Award 2014 Canadian Foundation for Pharmacy Wellspring Leadership Award 2014 & 2013 Canadian Pharmacists Journal Best Paper of the Year CIHR Travel Award (2011), CIHR Summer Institute participant (2010) Teaching & Professional Contributions: Dr. Grindrod teaches culturally safe patient care and professional practice courses. Her research bridges pharmacy practice with digital health innovation, emphasizing patient engagement and healthcare accessibility.

Kang Namkoongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Communication
• Digital Media
• Communication Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kang Namkoong serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Maryland's College of Arts and Humanities. His research explores the dynamic interplay between emerging media technologies and health communication, with dual emphases on treatment-oriented health interventions and prevention-focused health campaigns targeting underserved populations. Education Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Research Expertise Dr. Namkoong specializes in Health Communication , Digital Media , and Communication Science , with particular focus on eHealth systems, cancer communications, occupational health and safety education, and mental health interventions. His work examines how interactive communication technologies can improve patient outcomes and reduce health disparities through innovative applications of mobile and immersive media. Publication Trends Analysis of Dr. Namkoong's 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals consistent focus on digital health interventions for agricultural safety, opioid misuse prevention, and weight management. His research increasingly incorporates immersive technologies (VR/AR) and artificial intelligence, while maintaining strong methodological diversity including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and experimental designs. Research Funding National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) grants supporting development of smartphone-based health communication apps and VR/AR interventions for agricultural safety in rural communities Current Research Initiatives Dr. Namkoong leads interdisciplinary projects exploring mobile and immersive media technologies for public health interventions, with particular emphasis on addressing health disparities among underserved populations through culturally-tailored digital solutions.

• Knowledge Representation
• Machine Learning
• Ubiquitous Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Femke De Backere is a part-time Associate Professor at Ghent University's IDLab research group (Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Information Technology) and a full-time Senior Scientist at imec. She holds a Bachelor's in Informatics and Master's in Computer Science Engineering from Ghent University, with doctoral research focused on semantic technologies and personalized healthcare systems through collaborations with intensive care units and industry partners. Her research integrates computer science, health psychology, and movement science across three primary domains: (1) developing explainable knowledge models, (2) creating personalized context-aware systems, and (3) designing engagement mechanisms like serious games and gamification. Current projects include digital interventions for cancer survivors, VR-based ecological validity platforms, and physical activity promotion in older adults. Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate strong focus areas: 60% address personalized health interventions using machine learning and ontologies; 30% explore virtual reality applications in clinical and behavioral contexts; and 10% examine academic systems development . Longitudinal trends show increasing emphasis on sensor-driven behavioral analytics and adaptive eHealth platforms. She leads significant research initiatives including: GRAY – Ghent University Research for Aging Young (2020-2030) FWO projects on eHealth self-management for cancer survivors and sedentary behavior interruption Interdisciplinary grants for VR-enabled consumer preference studies and physical activity interventions Her lab coordinates doctoral training for 9+ students and collaborates with the eBehaviourChange research unit, focusing on technology-mediated behavior modification across clinical and wellness domains.

Antoine Geissbuhlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Informatics
• eHealth
• Telemedicine
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Antoine Geissbuhler is a Full Professor at the University of Geneva's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology and Medical Informatics. He serves as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine since July 2023, following his role as Vice-Rector for Digital Strategy and Innovation. Additional leadership positions include Director of the HUG Innovation Center and Chief Physician of the eHealth and Telemedicine Department at Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), recognized as a WHO collaborating center. He also presides over BioAlps, Western Switzerland's life sciences cluster. Geissbuhler's research focuses on designing and implementing IT tools in healthcare, with emphasis on telemedicine networks and digital health strategies. His work spans global contexts including Africa, Asia, and Latin America through the RAFT project connecting hundreds of healthcare professionals across 20 countries. Key domains include maternal health monitoring, shared medication plans, AI chatbots for patient education, and digital solutions for non-communicable diseases. His publications reveal strong trends in implementation science, particularly frameworks for reporting digital health interventions (iCHECK-DH) and learning from implementation failures. WHO Collaborating Center designation for eHealth department President of BioAlps life sciences cluster (since 2022) Architect of Swiss eHealth strategy implementation Developer of RAFT telemedicine network As an educator, Geissbuhler has pioneered telemedicine training across resource-limited settings through the RAFT network. His leadership extends to digital health policy, including contributions to global standards for health information systems and ethical frameworks for health data reuse. Current initiatives emphasize patient-centered digital tools and strengthening health system resilience through technology.

• Diabetes Self-Management
• Technology in Healthcare
• Nursing Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Caralise W. Hunt serves as Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Auburn University, bringing over twenty years of clinical nursing expertise to her academic leadership since joining the faculty in 2000. Her career progression from clinical associate to full Professor in 2023 reflects sustained contributions to nursing education and research. Her educational foundation includes: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Alabama at Birmingham (2011) Master of Science in Nursing, Troy University (1996) Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Auburn University (1991) Hunt's research centers on diabetes self-management innovation through technological solutions and nursing education advancement. She specializes in curriculum development for RN-BSN programs, clinical judgment assessment, and adult health nursing, with particular focus on improving healthcare access for rural and underserved populations through evidence-based educational strategies. Analysis of her recent publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: technology-enhanced diabetes management (especially mobile interventions), systematic development of clinical judgment competencies across nursing curricula, and innovative recruitment approaches for underrepresented groups in healthcare research. Her grant portfolio demonstrates significant funding success: Nurse Faculty Loan Program Partnerships ($61,117) addressing faculty shortages STEP Into Nursing Summer Bridge Programs ($154,325 total) supporting underrepresented students Auburn Intramural Grant ($23,133) studying diabetes in couples Clinical Judgment Assessment Grants ($18,000) with colleagues Noll and Jones Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses Grant ($5,000) for iPad diabetes education As Associate Dean, Hunt mentors faculty and students while leading curriculum development initiatives, notably through the STEP program which has demonstrably improved outcomes for nursing students from diverse backgrounds through structured academic support systems.