جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Carolyn McLeodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Ethics
• Feminist Philosophy
• Health Care Ethics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carolyn McLeod is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Western University’s Faculty of Arts & Humanities. Her work bridges applied ethics, feminist philosophy, and moral philosophy, with a focus on reproductive health care, trust in institutions, and epistemic justice. Education: BA, MA (Queen’s University); PhD (Dalhousie University) Her research analyzes moral concepts like trust, autonomy, and conscience, particularly in healthcare and policy contexts. She has contributed to debates on conscientious objection in abortion provision, institutional distrust among marginalized groups, and equity in adoption systems. Carolyn’s recent publications include studies on epistemic injustice in social media, reproductive rights, and co-authored works on feminist theories of distrust. She holds an SSHRC Insight Grant (2023–2027) for research on institutional distrust and injustice. Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2021), Distinguished University Professor at Western (2024) She supervises PhD and MA students in philosophy, including projects on solidarity, microaggressions, and gender non-conformity. Her policy advocacy has influenced Canadian Employment Insurance reforms for adoptive parents and Ontario’s IVF funding debates. Carolyn leads interdisciplinary research groups and collaborates with institutions like the Adoption Council of Canada. Her work emphasizes feminist methodologies and their application to pressing ethical and policy issues.

Angela Dewمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disability and Inclusion
• People with cognitive disability
• Complex support needs
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Angela Dew is the Discipline Lead for Disability and Inclusion at Deakin University's School of Health and Social Development within the Faculty of Health. With over 40 years of experience in the Australian disability sector and academic work since 2011, she leads the Disability and Inclusion research stream, focusing on participatory and co-designed research involving people with disability and complex support needs, including those from refugee backgrounds. Professor Dew earned her PhD from The University of Sydney in 2011 and completed her Masters (Hons) from the University of Western Sydney in 2005. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to disability inclusion and rights-based approaches to research and practice. Her research centers on understanding the lived experiences of people with disability and their families, with particular attention to those from refugee backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and rural and regional settings. Professor Dew employs innovative arts-based research methods and maintains a strong human rights framework in all her work. Her research interests span complex support needs, LGBTQI issues in disability, dementia, abuse prevention, and sexuality and relationships. She fundamentally believes that 'all people are entitled to fairness, equity and a good life,' which drives her research and teaching philosophy. Professor Dew's publication record reveals a consistent focus on disability inclusion, with increasing emphasis on intersectional approaches that examine how disability intersects with refugee status, cultural background, and geographic location. Her recent work shows sophisticated methodological approaches, particularly in arts-based methods like body mapping and photovoice, which empower participants to express their experiences in non-traditional ways. As an educator, Professor Dew teaches in the postgraduate Masters of Disability and Inclusion program and contributes to undergraduate units. She actively supervises PhD students working on diverse aspects of disability research, including Phuong Do, Tom Voigt, Jane Adams, Peter Conway, and Simone Rowe, among others. Professor Dew has secured significant research funding from the National Disability Research Partnership, Australian Research Council Discovery, and UNSW Disability Innovation Institute. Her major projects include 'Co-designing Resources to Increase Access to Information and Services' for Syrian and Iraqi people with disability from refugee backgrounds, 'Women marginalised by mental health, disability or refugee status,' and 'Planning for a better life under the National Disability Insurance Scheme' for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability.

Wendy Rogersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Gerontechnology
• Aging in Place
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wendy Rogers is the Shahid and Ann Carlson Khan Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , holding appointments in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health , Educational Psychology , and multiple research institutes including the Coordinated Science Lab , Beckman Institute , and Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity . As a leading expert in human factors and gerontechnology, her work focuses on designing technologies for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Her research explores assistive robotics , smart home systems , mHealth applications , and participatory design methodologies . Recent publications address topics like AI-powered virtual assistants for aging populations, adaptive systems for cognitive support, and inclusive design frameworks for mobility-impaired adults. She has contributed to journals such as Human Factors in Healthcare , Gerontologist , and Frontiers in Robotics and AI . Key article trends show emphasis on technology acceptance models , feedback visualization , digital activities of daily living , and human-robot interaction in home environments. Her work often involves cross-disciplinary collaboration with healthcare professionals and engineers.

Sarah Booninمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Mental Health Law
• Disability Law
• Legal Ethics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sarah Boonin is Clinical Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School, serving as Associate Dean for Experiential Learning and Director of Clinical Programs. She oversees nationally ranked clinical programs, externships, and the top-ranked Legal Practice Skills program while teaching in mental health law, legal ethics, and reproductive justice. Education: BA, Duke University JD, Harvard University Research Focus: Professor Boonin's scholarship centers on mental health and disability law, reproductive justice, and legal ethics. She has designed and teaches Suffolk's Health Law Clinic, where students represent clients in health-law matters including guardianship alternatives, health insurance appeals, medical debt cases, and Social Security disability cases. Her work emphasizes practical legal training through live client practice. Awards and Recognition: Best Zoom Professor, Suffolk Law School Student Body Award (2021) Meg Connolly MVP Award (2016) Champion for Social Change Award (2016) Health Law Attorney of the Month (2015) Up and Coming Lawyer, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly (2010) Skadden Fellowship Professional Leadership: She serves on multiple advisory boards including the Massachusetts Guardianship Association (as former Vice President), the Disabled Person's Protection Commission's Sexual Assault Response Unit, and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council's Guardianship Alternatives Network. Previously served on the Massachusetts Guardianship Policy Institute Steering Committee and the Supreme Judicial Court's Access to Justice Commission. Clinical Work: Before joining Suffolk, she spent five years at Harvard Law School's family and domestic violence clinic, launching a medical-legal collaboration with Boston hospitals. She clerked for Justice Judith A. Cowin of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and worked for a national women's rights organization on reproductive health issues.

Marijke Mellesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Health
• Human-Centered Design
• Healthcare Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marijke Melles is a Researcher in the Department of Industrial Design Engineering at Delft University of Technology. Her work focuses on Human-Centered Design and Human Factors, particularly in healthcare contexts. She leads the Value@WORK research project, exploring value-driven care for labor and health. Her research emphasizes digital health design, patient experience frameworks, and participatory design approaches. Key areas include reducing hospital visits through digital interventions, improving communication in medical screenings, and optimizing work-focused healthcare for chronic disease patients. She teaches courses like Research for Design and Capita Selecta Medisign , bridging academic research and practical healthcare applications. Her interdisciplinary contributions span healthcare systems resilience, pandemic preparedness in transport hubs, and collaborative teamwork in clinical settings. She actively participates in professional organizations like Human Factors NL. Her publications highlight innovations in telemedicine, patient journey mapping, and shared decision-making methodologies in oncology.

Henry Cutlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Policy Evaluation
• Value-Based Payments
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Henry Cutler is a Professor and Inaugural Director of the Macquarie University Centre for the Health Economy (MUCHE), affiliated with the Macquarie Business School at Macquarie University. He holds a Visiting Research Fellowship at the University of Oxford and has extensive leadership experience in health economics, including roles at KPMG and Deloitte Access Economics. His research focuses on policy evaluation, value-based healthcare, mental health, and aged care, with significant contributions to over 180 commissioned research projects for governments and NGOs. Education: PhD in Economics, University of New South Wales Master of Economics, University of Sydney Bachelor of Business (Economics), University of Technology Sydney Research Interests: Policy evaluation, value-based payments, mental health economics, aged care financing, and integrated care systems. His work emphasizes translating economic research into actionable policies, particularly for vulnerable populations. Awards and Recognition: Deeble Institute Fellowship (2022) MQBS Research Impact Prize 2023 Macquarie Business School Impact Competition Winner (2020, 2022) Awarded grants totaling $34M as Chief Investigator Grants and Leadership: Leads over 40 research projects at MUCHE, valued at $10M+, and chairs national advisory panels on aged care, mental health, and suicide prevention. His Macquarie University Evaluation Group evaluates medicines and medical devices for national committees like PBAC and MSAC. Media and Outreach: Active in public discourse, with 112 media contributions, 15 TV/radio interviews, and 13 high-impact articles in The Conversation (350k+ reads). Authored reports analyzing federal budgets and health policies.

Amber Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Epidemiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Racial Inequities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amber Johnson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Science at California State University at Long Beach (CSULB), part of the College of Health & Human Services. She holds a PhD and MPH in Health Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a BA in Psychology from Winston-Salem State University. She also earned a certificate in Field Epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her research focuses on the social epidemiology of cardiovascular disease, guided by the weathering hypothesis, which links racial inequities to health deterioration in African Americans. She examines demographic (race, income) and psychosocial (racism, social support) factors influencing cardiovascular risk profiles. Notable projects include community-based participatory research in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and health assessments in marginalized communities. Dr. Johnson teaches courses such as Epidemiology, Community Health, and Advanced Behavioral Research Methods, emphasizing interactive learning and current public health issues. Her work spans topics like racialized shame, stress reactivity in Black women, and healthcare disparities in maternal and cardiovascular health. Her research highlights systemic issues such as racial discrimination’s physiological impacts and telemedicine’s role in healthcare access. She actively addresses disparities in endocrinology care, autism inclusion in higher education, and the intersection of substance use with cardiovascular outcomes. Advising and grants: No specific advising or grants mentioned in the provided texts. She is based in FO5 office, available Thursdays 9:30a-11:30a (Zoom link provided).

Shanna K. Kattariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Disability studies and ableism
• Sexuality and sexual health
• Queer and trans-affirming practice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shanna K. Kattari is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's School of Social Work with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Women’s and Gender Studies. They direct the [Sexuality|Relationships|Gender] Research Collective and identify as a white, Jewish, nonbinary, disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent (AuDHD), polyamorous, queer fat Femme academic. As a board-certified sexologist and social justice activist, their research spans three key areas: Disability and ableism (including neurodivergence and disability justice) Sexuality and sexual health (reproductive justice, kink/BDSM, non-monogamy) Queer and trans-affirming practice in health spaces Their recent work combines community-based participatory research with arts-based methods to examine health disparities among trans/nonbinary communities across physical, behavioral, and sexual health. They also investigate weight stigma, anti-carceral pedagogy, and institutional ableism in social work education. Scientific recognition includes: 2025 : CSWE Disability Manuscript Award 2024 : AAECT Book Award for their work on trans health Kattari champions translational research that directly benefits communities and advocates for accessible academic practices. They serve on the Council on Social Work Education’s Council on Disability and Persons with Disabilities and previously co-chaired the CSWE Council on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression.

Jonathan Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Inclusive Education
• Peer Attitudes
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Campbell is Professor and Director of the PsyD program at Western Carolina University's College of Education and Allied Professions. A licensed psychologist with over 20 years in neurodevelopmental disabilities, his research focuses on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), peer attitudes, and law enforcement interactions. He previously trained at Yale Child Study Center and served on Kentucky's ASD Advisory Council. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Memphis MA in Clinical Psychology, Western Carolina University BA in Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Research Focus: Develops assessment tools for ASD stigma, evaluates training programs for law enforcement, and studies inclusive education models. Editorial board member for four psychology journals. Clinical Expertise: Conducts validity studies of ASD screening instruments and develops interventions for school-clinical coordination.

Sara Wilenskyمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Health Policy
• Healthcare Access
• Medicaid Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sara Wilensky is a Teaching Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education at the Milken Institute School of Public Health, George Washington University. She holds a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in Health Policy from George Washington University. Her work focuses on healthcare access and financing for underserved populations, particularly through Medicaid and community health centers. She oversees undergraduate education programs, including majors, minors, and dual-degree offerings, and collaborates across the university to enhance student experiences. Dr. Wilensky’s education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Women and Gender Studies and Political Science from Amherst College (1993), followed by legal training and public health degrees. Her career spans academia, law, and policy, including roles as a federal judge clerk, law firm associate, and faculty member since 2002. Her research emphasizes Medicaid’s role in addressing safety-net gaps, preventive care access, and childhood obesity. She co-authored the textbook Essentials of Health Policy and Law , now in its fifth edition, and contributes to policy committees at the school and university levels. She is affiliated with the Center for Health Policy Research, Geiger Gibson Program in Community Health Policy, and the Hirsh Health Law and Policy Program. Publications highlight her focus on Medicaid policies, obesity prevention strategies, and the integration of HIV services into clinical care. She has led studies on colorectal cancer initiatives, managed care for disabled populations, and state healthcare funding trends. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Her teaching includes courses such as Introduction to Health Policy and Senior Seminar in Public Health . She actively participates in curriculum development and faculty affairs committees.

• Health Policy
• Economic Mobility
• Social Inequality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rourke O'Brien is an Associate Professor with primary appointments in Sociology and Health Policy & Management at Yale University and secondary appointments at the Institution for Social and Policy Studies. His research examines the intersection of social policy, economic opportunity, and health outcomes. His research focuses on economic mobility, racial disparities in health and economic outcomes, the impacts of social policies on vulnerable populations, and the relationship between economic shocks and public health outcomes. He employs mixed methods including econometric analysis, field experiments, and spatial analysis. Dr. O'Brien's recent publications examine how fiscal policies, labor market changes, and criminal justice systems affect economic mobility and health disparities. His work frequently analyzes administrative burdens in social programs, spatial variation in mortality, and racial inequities in economic outcomes. He leads research projects examining the social determinants of health and economic wellbeing, with funding from various foundations and research institutions. Dr. O'Brien mentors graduate students in sociology and health policy programs.

Jennifer D. Olivaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Law and Policy
• Privacy Law
• Evidence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jennifer D. Oliva is Professor of Law and Val Nolan Faculty Fellow at Indiana University Maurer School of Law, where she teaches and conducts research at the intersection of law, health policy, and technology. She also serves as a Research Scholar at Georgetown Law's O'Neill Institute for National & Global Health Law and a Senior Scholar with the UCSF/UC Law Consortium on Law, Science & Health Policy. Education: BS, United States Military Academy (West Point) MBA, University of Oxford JD, Georgetown University Law Center Professor Oliva's research focuses on critical issues in health law and policy, particularly where law intersects with public health crises, technology, and civil rights. Her work examines how legal frameworks shape healthcare access, privacy rights, and equity in medical treatment, with special attention to vulnerable populations including pregnant women, people with disabilities, and those affected by the opioid crisis. She has pioneered scholarship on prescription drug monitoring programs, algorithmic bias in healthcare, and the criminalization of drug use and pregnancy. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent engagement with emerging legal challenges in health policy, particularly the tension between public health approaches and punitive drug policies. Oliva's work shows a clear trajectory toward examining how technology and data systems impact healthcare equity, with recent articles addressing algorithmic bias, surveillance, and the intersection of civil rights law with healthcare delivery systems. Selected Awards: 2024 Indiana University Maurer School of Law Trustees Teaching Award 2024 Indiana University Maurer School of Law BLSA Outstanding Interactive Professor Award 2021 Health Law Community Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine, and Health Care 2019 Truman Scholarship Foundation Ike Skelton Award for commitment to public service 2021 Professor of the Year at Seton Hall University School of Law Professor Oliva has been actively involved in shaping health policy through her service as Chair of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine, and Health Care (2023) and currently as Chair-Elect of the AALS Section on Biolaw. She serves on the Johns Hopkins University/UCSF Opioid Industry Documents Archive National Advisory Committee and the National Pain Advocacy Center's Science & Policy Advisory Council, where she provides expert guidance on opioid litigation and pain management policy. Her scholarship has been instrumental in advocating for evidence-based approaches to drug policy and healthcare regulation. As an elected member of the American Law Institute, Professor Oliva contributes to the development of legal principles that shape American jurisprudence. Her military service background informs her unique perspective on veterans' issues and public service, having been selected for both Rhodes and Truman Scholarships during her time as a cadet at West Point.

Antonio Pietrabissaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Networked Systems
• Time-delay Systems
• Non-cooperative Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Antonio Pietrabissa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer, Control, and Management Engineering “Antonio Ruberti” (DIAG) of the University of Rome Sapienza, where he earned his degree in Electronics Engineering (2000) and PhD in Systems Engineering (2004). He has been teaching Automatic Control and Process Automation since 2010 and holds the National Scientific Qualification as Full Professor in Systems and Control Engineering (09/G1). Research interests include networked systems, robust control, Markov decision processes, and deep reinforcement learning. His work spans telecommunications, biomedical applications, and space systems, with a focus on federated learning and decentralized control. He has authored ~70 journal papers (Scopus h-index 22) and co-invented a patent for model predictive control in motor disability assistance. Awards include the 2021 Cybersecurity Award and ETRI Journal Best Paper. Current projects are NANCY (6G networks) and CADUCEO (AI-driven medical diagnostics). He is also CEO of Sapienza startup Automation Intelligence and Control (AICO), commercializing AI solutions for space, telecom, and biomedical sectors.

Peter Skogman Thoursieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Empirical Labor Economics
• Social Insurance
• Gender Norms
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Peter Skogman Thoursie is a Professor at the Department of Economics, Stockholm University. His research focuses on empirical labor economics with particular attention to social insurance systems, gender-related labor market dynamics, and disability pension policies. Key research areas: Sickness absence, gender norms in childcare, parental leave incentives, and labor market interventions for vulnerable groups Active in producing policy-relevant studies for Swedish reforms Recent publications examine: Gender wage gaps and career mobility patterns Disability benefit utilization Impact of tax policies on childcare distribution

Per Engströmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Economics
• Behavioral Economics
• Tax Compliance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Per Engström is a Professor at the Department of Economics, Uppsala University. His research focuses on public economics, behavioral economics, and tax compliance, with empirical studies spanning self-employment, policy interventions, and experimental methodologies. Academic affiliation: Uppsala University (Department of Economics) Email: Per.Engstrom@nek.uu.se Research interests include: Tax compliance and behavioral interventions Income underreporting among self-employed individuals Policy evaluation in welfare systems Behavioral economics applications to public finance Recent publications emphasize empirical analyses of tax evasion, experimental policy design, and behavioral economic theory. His work frequently intersects with labor economics and social policy. Contact details: Phone 018-471 76 34, Mobile 070-224 25 63, Visiting address: Ekonomikum, Kyrkogårdsgatan 10, 751 20 Uppsala.