Anya Prince is a Professor and Joseph F. Rosenfield Fellow at the University of Iowa - College of Law. Her work bridges genetic discrimination , insurance law , and bioethics , with a focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence , reproductive health , and data privacy . Her research explores how genomic technologies impact insurance practices , informed consent , and reproductive justice . She has co-authored interdisciplinary studies on polygenic risk scores , genetic exceptionalism , and health equity in wellness programs . Key trends in her publications include ethics of embryo selection , privacy implications of genetic databases , and legal challenges in reproductive health surveillance . She has received the Joseph F. Rosenfield Fellow award for her contributions.
Nieke Elbers serves as Associate Professor in Liability Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Law and as Senior Researcher at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR). She leads the Empirical Legal Studies help desk at VU Law School, co-manages the Amsterdam Law and Behaviour Institute (A-LAB), and serves on the WO&MEN@VU network board and Ministry of Justice advisory committees for victim research. Her interdisciplinary work bridges law, psychology, and criminology with a focus on improving victims' experiences within legal systems. Her educational background includes a PhD in Empowerment of Injured Claimants from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2013), a Master in (Neuro)Psychology from Maastricht University (2006), and a Traineeship in Work Disability Prevention from University of Toronto (2015). She previously completed a Postdoc at University of Sydney (2013-2016) funded by an NWO Rubicon grant. Elbers' research centers on Empirical Legal Studies, victimology, and restorative justice, with particular emphasis on procedural justice as an empowerment tool, prevention of secondary victimization, and realization of victim rights across criminal, civil, and administrative law. Her methodologically rigorous work combines qualitative and quantitative approaches to examine how legal procedures impact victims' wellbeing, with special attention to compensation systems, victim impact statements, and the roles of lawyers, insurers, and healthcare providers in victim recovery. She takes an interdisciplinary perspective on victim recovery after crime or accidents, working closely with policymakers, legal experts, and healthcare specialists. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent focus on victim rights implementation across European jurisdictions, with particular attention to sexual violence compensation systems, medical-legal interfaces, and restorative approaches within academic institutions. Her work demonstrates growing interdisciplinary integration between legal studies, psychology, and healthcare, with increasing emphasis on practical applications of restorative justice principles in diverse institutional settings. Her scientific recognition includes: Jan van Dijk Victimology and Victims' Rights Award (2014) NWO Aspasia Grant for talented female researchers (2023) Female Scientist Talent Gezina van der Molenfonds (2021) Elbers actively mentors the next generation of legal scholars as primary supervisor for four PhD candidates (Iris Becx, Rachel Dijkstra, Angelique Reitsma, Marleen Kragting) and has coordinated numerous research projects with significant external funding, including EU-funded initiatives on victim compensation, Ministry of Justice-commissioned evaluations of victim rights legislation, and her current leadership of the 'Building a Restorative University' project. She also volunteers as a neighborhood mediator with BeterBuren in Amsterdam, applying her expertise in conflict resolution at the community level. Her current research leadership includes the 'Victims, Citizenship, and Justice' International Research Collaborative with Griffith University, and she plays a key role in developing VU Amsterdam's restorative justice initiatives through the A-LAB institute and the Law, Markets and Behavior program.
Jennifer Oliva is a Professor at West Virginia University College of Law, specializing in health law, public health policy, and military/veterans legal issues. Her scholarly work focuses on the intersection of law, public health crises, and vulnerable populations, particularly examining opioid crisis policy, prescription drug privacy, and servicemembers' legal experiences. Her research interests center on Health Law , Public Health Policy , Military Law , and Feminist Legal Theory . Professor Oliva has made significant contributions to understanding legal frameworks surrounding the opioid epidemic, prescription drug privacy regulations, and the unique legal challenges faced by military personnel during transition to civilian life. Her work often employs interdisciplinary approaches that bridge legal scholarship with public health practice and policy implementation. Professor Oliva's scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on contemporary health law challenges. Her publications and presentations reveal expertise in analyzing legal responses to public health emergencies, particularly the opioid crisis, with attention to regulatory frameworks, patient privacy concerns, and access to treatment. She has developed particular expertise in prescription drug policy and military health law. Skelton Award Winner by the Truman Foundation (2019) As an active member of the West Virginia University College of Law faculty, Professor Oliva contributes to academic discourse through presentations at national conferences, participation in specialized retreats like the Regional Health Law Works-in-Progress, and contributions to prominent platforms including Harvard Law's Petrie-Flom Center's Bill of Health blog. Her work frequently engages with interdisciplinary perspectives, connecting legal scholarship to practical public health challenges and policy solutions.
Keith Dodds is an Adjunct Professor of Sociology and Psychology at American International College, a position he has held since August 2021. He teaches courses in the LADC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor) program, contributing to the training of future mental health professionals. His clinical expertise is demonstrated through his concurrent role as a Clinician at Behavioral Health Network, where he has worked since December 2017. In this capacity, he provides comprehensive mental health services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including individual and group therapy, treatment planning, intake assessments, progress documentation, and discharge planning. He also handles insurance authorization processes, ensuring continuity of care. His research interests, inferred from his teaching and clinical work, include clinical mental health counseling, substance use disorders, behavioral health interventions, and therapeutic support for individuals with developmental and intellectual challenges. His professional focus emphasizes practical, client-centered care and evidence-based treatment modalities. The available publications do not include any scholarly articles, so no trends in publication output can be identified at this time. Scientific Awards: No awards or honors are mentioned in the provided text. There is no information available about student advising or grant funding. However, his dual role in academia and clinical practice suggests a strong commitment to applied education and real-world mental health service delivery. There is no mention of any research lab, team, or collaborative research group associated with Keith Dodds in the provided material.
Javier Mignone is a Professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. He holds a PhD in Community Health Sciences, an MHA in Health Services Administration, and an equivalent Masters in Psychology. His cross-appointments include Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Manitoba. Education: PhD in Community Health Sciences (2003), University of Manitoba Master of Health Administration (1994), University of Alberta Licenciatura in Psychology (1985), Universidad del Salvador, Argentina Dr. Mignone’s research focuses on intercultural health initiatives with Indigenous partners in Latin America and Canada, program evaluation utilization, and the Life Story Board as a qualitative and therapeutic tool. His work spans HIV prevention in India, Colombia, and Canada, and he has authored ~85 peer-reviewed publications and numerous government reports. Recent studies include maternal perspectives on community living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (2025), interprofessional perinatal care among substance-using women (2025), and the role of bilingual guides in improving healthcare access for Colombia’s Wayuu (2023). His scholarship addresses methamphetamine use (2022), FASD family dynamics (2021), and Indigenous self-governance in health systems (2023). Scientific Awards: Mercit Awards, University of Manitoba (2012, 2011, 2009) 2010 Rh Award for Outstanding Scholarship CIHR Contribution to Aboriginal Health Research (2003/2006) Dr. Mignone leads the Program and Policy Evaluation Research Group (PROPER) and has secured grants from CIHR, CIDA, SSHRC, and the Inter-American Development Bank. He mentors graduate students, teaches program evaluation and social development, and conducts workshops for small NGOs in Canada, Argentina, Colombia, Dominica, and Guatemala.
John Rust is a Professor of Economics at Georgetown University, with previous appointments at the University of Maryland, Yale University, and the University of Wisconsin. He is a leading figure in econometrics and computational methods for dynamic structural modeling, contributing significantly to the empirical analysis of decision-making under uncertainty. Research Interests: His work spans econometrics, structural modeling, and computational economics, with a focus on dynamic decision processes in labor and public economics. Key applications include retirement behavior, disability insurance, Social Security policy, and durable goods market equilibrium. His methodological innovations have enabled more tractable estimation of complex dynamic models. Education: B.A. in Mathematics and Economics, University of Pennsylvania Ph.D. in Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Scientific Contributions: While specific publications and awards are not listed in the provided text, Rust's influence is widely recognized in the econometrics community for advancing estimation techniques in dynamic structural models. His research has shaped modern empirical industrial organization and life-cycle economic behavior studies. Advising and Grants: Although no students or grants are explicitly mentioned, his long tenure at top institutions suggests extensive mentorship and research funding involvement. He has likely supervised numerous Ph.D. candidates and led major research initiatives in structural econometrics. Labs and Research Teams: No specific labs or research centers are mentioned in the text, but his work aligns closely with research groups focused on econometric theory, applied microeconomics, and computational social science.
Mark Loughhead is a Lecturer in the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Research and Education Group at UniSA Clinical & Health Sciences, University of South Australia. His research focuses on improving healthcare systems for people with psychosocial disabilities, LGBTQI+ youth, and marginalized populations through trauma-informed and person-centered approaches. He has collaborated extensively on studies addressing emergency department care integration with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), barriers faced by CALD trans/gender diverse youth, and strengthening lived experience leadership in mental health systems. Education background not explicitly stated but inferred through academic roles. Research interests emphasize service integration gaps between emergency departments and disability services, suicide prevention strategies, and advocacy for consumer-directed care models. Recent publications highlight fragmented communication between NDIS and ED systems, with recommendations for capacity-building and overlapping care frameworks. Peer-reviewed articles include analyses of NDIS/ED interactions, trans youth suicidality, and trauma-informed suicide prevention frameworks. He co-authored a consensus statement on lived experience leadership for systems change in South Australia. No grants or awards explicitly listed, but his work is funded by organizations like MIND Australia and the Fay Fuller Foundation. No formal student advisee list identified. Collaborates with institutions like Mind Australia and the SA Lived Experience Leadership and Advocacy Network. Currently based at City East Campus (UniSA), involved in projects like the Activating Lived Experience Leadership (ALEL) initiative and trauma-informed suicide prevention guides.
Dr. Raun van Ooijen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, Department of Health Sciences. He holds affiliate roles as a fellow at Netspar and the Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health, and serves as a scientific advisor and former program lead at DatapoortNoord.nl. His research focuses on health economics, public health, and public economics, particularly examining health-related risks over the life cycle, work disability, long-term care, and the socioeconomic impacts of social insurance programs. He has led projects funded by Netspar (2022-2025) and ZonMw (2022-2025), addressing topics like employer roles in workplace accommodation and household risk capacity. Key research trends include analyzing employer policies' effects on sustained employment of disabled workers, innovative financing mechanisms for long-term care using housing wealth, and the interplay between aging populations and social insurance systems. His work frequently combines register data and survey research to evaluate policy impacts. Teaching: Health Systems and Prevention courses at the Research Master level Publications span Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health , Journal of Health Economics , and BMJ Open He contributes to policy debates on aging societies through media engagement and collaborative initiatives like the Groningen Well-being Index. His interdisciplinary approach bridges economics, public health, and labor market dynamics.
Professor Karen Glaser is a Professor of Gerontology at King's College London, affiliated with the Department of Global Health & Social Medicine within the School of Global Affairs. Her research focuses on aging populations, mental health policy, family care dynamics, and the societal impacts of lifelong disorders. She has led major studies such as the ESRC-funded 'Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren' project and the cross-research council consortium on extending work in later life. Her work bridges social and clinical sciences, emphasizing policy-relevant insights into aging and care systems. Holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Michigan. Former Director of the Institute of Gerontology, a globally respected center for aging research. Key research areas include the interplay between family care and formal childcare systems, health implications of grandparental caregiving, and the effects of policy reforms on older adults' health and employment. She collaborates with institutions like the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and charities such as Grandparents Plus. Her recent studies address topics like China's long-term care insurance, cognitive health in aging populations, and socio-economic stratification in long-term care outcomes. Publications highlight her expertise in cross-national comparisons, longitudinal health trajectories, and qualitative-quantitative integration. She leads interdisciplinary projects addressing urgent policy issues, such as pension age reforms and workforce participation in later life.
Charlotte Lambert is a Part-Time Lecturer at the University of Namur's Faculty of Law, specializing in Social Law and Labor Law. She serves as a researcher at the Vulnerabilities and Societies Interdisciplinary Centre (V&S) and teaches Social Law courses within the Department of Law. Her academic affiliation spans multiple institutional units including the Law of Obligations Unit (UDO) and she participates in the Faculty Council. Bachelor of Laws, Notre Dame de la Paix Faculty (2010) Master of Laws, Catholic University of Louvain (2012) Master na Master in Social Law, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (2013) Her research centers on Social Law with emphases on Labor Law, Healthcare Ethics, and Social Protection systems. Lambert investigates workplace well-being, social security frameworks, and ethical dimensions of healthcare policies, particularly examining aging populations and end-of-life decisions. Her work bridges legal theory with practical applications in vulnerable societal contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2008-2025) reveals consistent focus on social protection systems, evolving toward contemporary ethical challenges in healthcare and workplace diversity. Early works concentrated on social security and psychosocial risks, while recent scholarship addresses hospital law, family benefits, and bioethical dilemmas. A notable trend shows increasing integration of ethical frameworks with legal analysis, particularly in elderly care and end-of-life decisions. Member, Ethics Commission of the Superior Health Council (2024-present) Substitute Member, Belgian Bioethics Advisory Committee (2019-present) External Collaborator, KU Leuven Social Law Department (2017-present) Board Member, Bébé Libéré Nursery (2016-present; President since 2023) Lambert actively supervises research projects related to workplace diversity and social protection while maintaining external advisory roles. She participates in 46 documented professional activities including conferences on burnout prevention, bioethics training, and mental health service design. Her institutional service includes faculty delegate roles and child abuse support committee work. Current research projects focus on psychosocial risk management and cultural diversity in workplaces. She directs collaborative research initiatives across multiple institutions, notably the 'PRocessus de construction d'Outils pour les GRoupes et Entreprises Sans Souffrance' project investigating workplace suffering prevention. Her laboratory work centers on the Vulnerabilities and Societies Centre where she examines intersections between legal frameworks and social vulnerability.
Tania Shelby-James is an Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow at Flinders University's College of Medicine and Public Health, leading research in health service delivery for complex conditions with a focus on rural/remote settings and mental health equity. She holds appointments as Full Member of the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute and maintains an active ORCID profile (0000-0003-4921-0167) with 17 h-index and 1844 citations. Her educational background includes: 2016: Graduate Diploma in Public Health, Flinders University 1999: Master of Public Health, Sydney University 1993: Bachelor of Applied Science, Northern Territory University Her research spans mental health services for severe/persistent illness, rural health delivery barriers, NDIS integration, and workforce development. She pioneers consumer co-design methodologies and has managed multi-site national projects evaluating primary health programs, with particular expertise in remote Aboriginal Medical Services collaborations across Central Australia, Kimberley, and Cape York. Recent 2025 publications analyze mental health workforce challenges through qualitative/mixed-methods approaches, revealing critical gaps in rural service navigation, psychosocial support systems, and NDIS implementation. These works consistently emphasize practical solutions for workforce capacity building and equity-focused service redesign. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. She supervises postgraduate research and medical students while teaching clinical research skills. Her national mentoring program develops skills-building frameworks for mental health workers, with commissioned training for WA/SA state staff and NDIA personnel on Commonwealth mental health initiatives. Dr. Shelby-James leads a multidisciplinary primary health research team collaborating with community mental health sectors, Federal Government agencies, and remote Aboriginal Medical Services to transform service delivery models through workforce development and NDIS integration strategies.
Wendy E. Parmet is the Matthews Distinguished University Professor of Law and Faculty Director of the Center for Health Policy and Law at Northeastern University School of Law, with a joint appointment as Professor of Public Policy and Urban Affairs at Northeastern University's School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs. She earned her BA from Cornell University (1979) and JD from Harvard University (1982). Her research focuses on public health law, health policy, constitutional law, disability rights, and bioethics. She has published extensively on these topics, including books such as Constitutional Contagion: Covid, the Courts and Public Health (2023) and Populations, Public Health, and the Law (2009). Honors & Awards: Lifetime Achievement in Public Health Law Award (APHA, 2022) Jay Healey Teaching Award (ASLME, 2016) Ranked #7 most-cited health law faculty nationally (2024) Professor Parmet has led landmark litigation including Bragdon v. Abbott (1998), the first HIV discrimination case before the U.S. Supreme Court, and Finch v. Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority (2012) which protected immigrants' healthcare access. She directs the Center for Health Policy and Law and serves as Associate Editor for Law & Ethics at the American Journal of Public Health .
Tara Alexander is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Wollongong, working within the Science, Medicine and Health Faculty at the Australasian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre (AROC). She joined the Australian Health Services Research Institute (AHSRI) in 2002 after previously working at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. As the AROC Data Manager and Statistician, she is responsible for data management, benchmarking, reporting and research analysis components of AROC across Australia and New Zealand. Dr. Alexander brings extensive statistical and database management expertise to rehabilitation research. Her primary focus is on AROC research, with occasional involvement in Community Health Services and Development (CHSD) projects. Her work spans rehabilitation-specific patient experience surveys, community health and community care surveys, and the development of databases to support various evaluation projects. She has significant experience in data linkage of de-identified datasets and has provided statistical expertise for building priority rating tools for community care. Tara was instrumental in establishing AROC and created the purpose-built IT system known as AROC Online services, which is used across Australia and New Zealand to track and improve patient outcomes. In 2022, she was recognized in the Brilliant Women in Digital Health Awards presented by Telstra Health for her groundbreaking work in digital health solutions for the rehabilitation sector. Her research portfolio demonstrates a strong focus on rehabilitation outcomes across diverse patient populations including stroke survivors, individuals with traumatic brain injuries, cancer patients, and those recovering from hip fractures. Recent work has increasingly examined the potential for home-based rehabilitation as a cost-effective alternative to traditional inpatient care, with several publications on rehabilitation in the home (RITH) models. She has played a significant role in the Australian Traumatic Brain Injury Initiative, contributing to systematic reviews that inform data collection standards and outcome measurement for TBI patients. Scientific Awards 2022 Brilliant Women in Digital Health Awards (Telstra Health) - Recognized for establishing AROC and creating AROC Online services Research Funding Rehabilitation In the Community and Hospital outpatient setting (RICH) (2023-2027) - Translational Challenge Grant Person-centred rehabilitation: implementation and evaluation of a rehabilitation specific patient experience survey (2014) - Research Grant Research Infrastructure Tara Alexander is a key member of the Australasian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre (AROC), which operates under the Australian Health Services Research Institute (AHSRI) at the University of Wollongong. She developed and manages AROC Online services, a comprehensive IT system used across Australia and New Zealand for tracking rehabilitation patient outcomes, benchmarking performance, and supporting research initiatives in the rehabilitation sector.
Robert Puelz is an Associate Professor and Charles L. Dexter Chair of Insurance in the Finance Department at Southern Methodist University's Cox School of Business, where he has served since 1992. His academic work bridges theoretical finance and practical applications in personal economic decision-making, with institutional impact through university-wide committee leadership. Research focuses on Financial Literacy and Insurance Economics , examining how financial knowledge influences life-cycle economic outcomes. His scholarship evolved from traditional insurance economics toward contemporary personal finance challenges, reflected in courses like Life-Cycle Economics and Principles of Risk Management that connect classroom theory to real-world financial behavior. Charles L. Dexter Chair of Insurance Professor Puelz actively shapes institutional policy through service on the Human Resources core planning team, Presidential Commission on Persons with Needs and Disabilities, and Operational Excellence for the 2nd Century Finance Initiative Team. He bridges academia and industry by integrating practitioners into student development via the Cox Insurance Council, though specific grant funding or advisee relationships aren't documented.
Domenique Hendershot Embrey is an Assistant Professor at Samuel Merritt University, teaching courses in the Department of Occupational Therapy and contributing to Physical Therapy programs. With 35 years of clinical experience, she has worked in diverse settings including neonatal intensive care, hospital-based neurological and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, community mental health, and school-based programs. She previously served as a consultant to the CA School for the Deaf and operates a private practice. Education: Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, St. Catherine University (2018); Master’s in Occupational Therapy, San Jose State University; B.A. in Psychology, UC Santa Cruz. Her research focuses on improving accessibility to early intervention services, strengthening interprofessional collaborations in occupational therapy, and exploring challenges private practice OTs face regarding insurance acceptance for pediatric clients. She has integrated students into her recent professional presentations and led an international educational trip to India. She has received multiple awards, including the Beemer Award (2023) and the California Educators of the Deaf Service Provider Award (2022), and secured grants for technology and teaching innovation. Professional Involvement: Member of American Occupational Therapy Association, Occupational Therapy Association of California, and California Fieldwork Educators Association (Co-Chair, 2019–2023). Community Service: Active on Samuel Merritt University’s IPE Patient Safety and Communication Committee, Center for Community Engagement Advisory Board, and Faculty Affairs Committee.
