Elizabeth Mulvaney is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work , where she teaches in both the MSW and BASW programs. She holds a clinical social work license in Pennsylvania and has 14 years of practice experience in gerontological social work, focusing on medical care management, program administration, behavioral care planning, dementia care, and end-of-life care. Education : MSW from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA in Psychology from the University of Virginia. Her research and practice interests include geriatric workforce development , interprofessional education , Alzheimer’s disease , ethics , palliative care , and problem gambling prevention for older adults . She previously served as the School’s first Coordinator for the Hartford Partnership Program for Aging Education (2005–2011) and is currently the Chair of its Direct Practice Concentration. Recent publications highlight trends in gerontological social work education , interprofessional collaboration , and mental health for older adults . She has also presented on dementia care, caregiver perspectives, and brain health initiatives. Community involvement : Board member of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Partnership for Aging, advocating for older adults and disability support.
Amin Jalali is an Associate Professor of Computer and Systems Sciences at Stockholm University, specializing in business process modeling, analysis, and management. He is affiliated with the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences within the Faculty of Social Sciences, where he serves as a board member and manages three graduate courses: Business Process Design and Intelligence, Business Process and Case Management, and Data Warehousing. Institution: Stockholm University Department: Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) Research Groups: Natural Language Processing Research Group and PRECIS (Process, Requirements, Enterprise, Capability, Information Systems modelling) His research focuses on business process analysis through model-based and data-driven techniques, with particular emphasis on process simulation, process mining, event knowledge graphs, and object-centric process mining. He has led numerous research projects across healthcare, education, and finance domains. His work includes significant contributions to the development of NLP methods involving large language models, with focus on privacy, explainability, and domain adaptation. Jalali's research output shows a strong trend toward practical applications of process mining techniques, particularly in healthcare contexts like drug-drug interaction analysis and elderly care. More recently, his work has expanded into blockchain applications for fraud detection, motor imagery signal classification, and advanced object-centric process mining approaches. His publications span both theoretical contributions to business process management frameworks and practical implementations in real-world settings. He has extensive industry experience in designing and implementing Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics solutions, which informs his academic work and teaching approach. His research has been published consistently from 2012 through 2024, demonstrating sustained scholarly productivity in his field. Dr. Jalali has contributed significantly to the development of tools and libraries for process mining, including the dfgcompare library for process variant analysis and implementations for object-centric process mining. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, particularly evident in healthcare projects like the DDIs-Graph system for identifying drug-drug interactions.
Anne Stevens, Ph.D., is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wyoming, serving since 2021. She concurrently holds leadership roles as Associate Director of the University of Wyoming Psychology Center and Director of The Psychology Center for Training in Assessment, Treatment, and Clinical Research. Her academic career includes prior postdoctoral work at the University of Illinois, Chicago, focusing on clinical interventions for college students. Dr. Stevens' educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Wyoming Clinical Internship at Charleston Consortium M.A. in Psychology from Appalachian State University B.A. from Davidson College Her research centers on ADHD across the lifespan, developmental psychopathology, and school mental health. She investigates assessment methods, parenting dynamics in adolescence, and evidence-based interventions to improve academic outcomes for students with ADHD. Her work bridges clinical psychology and educational practice, emphasizing real-world applications in school and college settings. Publications from 2014-2022 reveal a concentrated focus on ADHD in emerging adults, with recurring themes of diagnostic criteria refinement, organizational skills training, and academic intervention efficacy. Her collaborative studies frequently address college student populations, highlighting the intersection of clinical symptoms and academic performance through rigorous intervention trials. Dr. Stevens directs The Psychology Center for Training in Assessment, Treatment, and Clinical Research, which provides specialized clinical training and advances evidence-based practices for ADHD assessment and treatment. Her leadership in this center and the broader University of Wyoming Psychology Center underscores her commitment to integrating research with clinical service delivery in educational contexts.
Prof. Dr. Sc. Dorotea Ćorić serves as a Professor at the University of Rijeka's Department of Maritime and General Traffic Law, where she has established herself as a leading authority in maritime legal frameworks with particular expertise in environmental protection and liability regimes. Her scholarly contributions span three decades, focusing on Croatia's implementation of international maritime conventions within domestic legislation. Her research interests encompass: Maritime pollution liability and compensation systems Legal frameworks for nautical tourism and cruise vessel operations Implementation of international conventions on hazardous substances Autonomous shipping and emerging maritime technologies Environmental protection in coastal zones and marinas Rights of persons with disabilities in transport law Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals consistent focus on Croatia's adaptation of international maritime law, especially regarding pollution from ships, hazardous substances, and nautical tourism infrastructure. Her work demonstrates systematic examination of liability limitations, ecological damage compensation, and regulatory gaps in seabed activities, with increasing attention to autonomous vessels and accessibility standards in transport law. Professor Ćorić maintains active scholarly engagement through Google Scholar, CROBIS, and UNIRI portfolio platforms, regularly contributing to national legal discourse on maritime policy development and international treaty ratification processes.
Jim Van Treese, PhD, serves as Professor in the Social and Behavioral Sciences department within Ferris State University's College of Arts, Sciences and Education. His academic foundation includes advanced degrees in Educational Psychology from Michigan State University and foundational studies in Psychology. His educational credentials feature: PhD in Educational Psychology, Michigan State University MA in Educational Psychology, Michigan State University BS in Psychology, Michigan State University AA in Psychology, North Central Michigan College Dr. Van Treese's research concentrates on critical child development issues including ADHD diagnostics, attachment disorders, child abuse interventions, and the psychological impacts of domestic violence. His work bridges clinical psychology and educational practice, emphasizing evidence-based training for social service professionals and educators working with vulnerable youth populations. Analysis of his publication timeline reveals consistent thematic focus across three decades, with recent work (2004-2016) addressing neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD and vision disorders, alongside trauma responses to abuse, while earlier scholarship (1985-1992) examined structural educational frameworks such as kindergarten scheduling models. Professional training delivery represents a unifying thread throughout his career. No scientific awards are documented in the available materials. Dr. Van Treese has developed and delivered extensive professional training programs for the Fremont Area Community Foundation, Department of Human Services, National Association of School Psychologists, and multiple county agencies, covering foster care protocols, abuse intervention strategies, and ADHD management. The source documentation does not specify research grants or funding sources. While active in community partnerships, no dedicated research laboratories or formal research teams are referenced in the provided information.
Dr. Emily Ryalls is an Assistant Professor in the Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts Department (ISLA) at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), where she has taught since 2017. She specializes in communication, women’s and gender studies, and media criticism. Education Ph.D. Communication Studies, University of South Florida M.A. Communication Studies, University of Alabama B.A. Speech Communication, James Madison University Research Interests Her scholarship interrogates representations of adolescence in popular culture—spanning music, film, television, social media, and journalism—with a feminist lens on race, class, gender, and sexuality. A central concern is how media normalize punitive attitudes toward teens. Her monograph The Culture of Mean: Representing Victims and Bullies in Popular Culture (Peter Lang, 2018) is the first sustained feminist study of contemporary bullying discourse. Publication Trends Across 26 peer-reviewed works (2011-2025), Ryalls has traced evolving depictions of teen girlhood, toxic masculinity, climate activism, and sexual health on platforms such as Netflix and Bravo. Recurring themes include postfeminist sensibilities, viral celebrity, and intersectional feminist critique. Teaching & Service She offers courses in public speaking, media criticism, gender and communication, and cultural studies, infusing feminist pedagogy and digital activism into the curriculum. Contact Email: eryalls@calpoly.edu Phone: 805-756-2909 Office: Faculty Offices North (47) 23L
Yolanda Ashley Yu is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania , specializing in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine . She serves as the Associate Medical Director at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Sleep Laboratory and holds the role of Epic Super User in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. Education: BA in Economics from Cornell University (2006) DO in Osteopathic Medicine from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine – New York (2011) Dr. Yu's research focuses on pediatric respiratory disorders and sleep medicine , with recent publications examining conditions like pulmonary interstitial glycogenosis in complex neonatal cases, Non-24-hour sleep-wake rhythm disorder , and sleep disordered breathing in Turner syndrome . She has contributed to clinical guidelines for infant wheezing management and authored educational resources on positive airway pressure adherence in Down syndrome patients. Contact: yuya@chop.edu | Office: (445) 242-0721 | Address: 3401 Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104
Anna Maria Paola Toti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social and Economic Sciences at Sapienza University of Rome, where she teaches "History of Sociology" and "General Sociology" within the Faculty of Political Science, Sociology, and Communication. Her academic work is deeply rooted in theoretical and historical sociology with a strong emphasis on visual methodologies and spatial analysis. Her primary research interests span across several interconnected domains of sociological inquiry: Epistemology of social sciences and visual sociology History of sociological thought from the 18th century to contemporary theories Critical social theory and responsibility sociology Urban sociology, with particular focus on space, marginality, and stigmatization processes Social inclusion/exclusion dynamics in smart cities and post-disaster contexts Gender representations and visual narratives in social research Professor Toti's recent scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory connecting historical sociological frameworks with contemporary social challenges. Her work bridges classical theoretical perspectives with pressing issues like digital transformation, climate change impacts, pandemic responses, and urban inequality. A distinctive feature of her research is the integration of visual methodologies with traditional sociological approaches, particularly in examining how spaces are experienced, represented, and transformed by different social groups. She serves as Delegate of the Faculty of Political Science, Sociology, and Communication for Disability Services, Equal Opportunities and Inclusion, and the Third Mission. Additionally, she is Secretary of the "Sociological Theories and Social Transformations" section of the Italian Sociological Association (AIS) for the 2023-2025 term. Professor Toti actively supervises thesis work, requiring students to request thesis supervision at least six months before their intended graduation session. Her office is located on the first floor, room 107, in the Department of Social and Economic Sciences building (Piazzale Aldo Moro 5 - Building CU002).
Mark D. Hayward is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Texas at Austin, holding the Centennial Commission Professorship in the Liberal Arts #2. He is also a faculty research associate at the Population Research Center. With a Ph.D. from Indiana University Bloomington, Dr. Hayward has established himself as a leading scholar in population health, demography, and biodemography. Dr. Hayward has held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations, including serving as president of the Interdisciplinary Association of Population Health Science and the Southern Demographic Association. He has also chaired sections of the American Sociological Association and served on boards of the Population Association of America and the Society of Biodemography and Social Biology. His extensive service includes membership on the Committee on Population at the National Academy of Sciences and the Board of Scientific Counselors at the National Center for Health Statistics, as well as the National Advisory Committee for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Health and Society Scholars Program. His research focuses on two primary questions: (1) How life course exposures from childhood into adulthood influence the health and mortality of older adults, examining the 'long arm of childhood' perspective that investigates how early life events potentially impact health decades later; and (2) How inequalities in adult health and mortality arise from educational experience, with particular emphasis on how education influences trends and disparities in dementia, disability, and mortality. His work has substantially expanded current knowledge about these relationships and has examined how US state policies shape educational inequalities and health outcomes. Dr. Hayward's scholarly output demonstrates significant trends in understanding the social determinants of health across the lifespan. His recent work has increasingly focused on dementia epidemiology, racial disparities in health outcomes, and the role of regional contexts (particularly the Southern US) in shaping health trajectories. His publications span high-impact journals including the American Journal of Public Health, Demography, JAMA, the Journals of Gerontology: Social Sciences, the Journal of Health and Social Behavior, and Social Science and Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Hayward has been actively involved in enhancing the measurement and collection of population health data, particularly longitudinal studies. He has served on advisory boards for numerous national health studies and provided scientific guidance to universities, NIH, private foundations, and federal agencies. His research has been consistently funded by the National Institute on Aging and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute on Child Health and Human Development. Dr. Hayward teaches courses including H S 378 • Seminar In Health & Society and SOC 389K • Human Mortality, reflecting his expertise in population health, mortality patterns, and the social determinants of health across the life course.
Bénédicte Dubois is a full professor at the Faculty of Medicine, KU Leuven , leading the Experimental Neurology Research Group and the Laboratory for Neuroimmunology . She is also a member of the KU Leuven Brain Institute and KU Leuven Cancer Institute , focusing on neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis (MS) research. Researcher - Experimental Neurology Research Group, KU Leuven Chair - Academic Consultants for Medicine, KU Leuven Research Interests : Her work spans neuroimmunology , multiple sclerosis , and neuroinflammation , with expertise in single-cell transcriptomics , microglial activation , and Epstein-Barr virus interactions in MS. Key projects include: Exploring exosomal miRNA and Epstein-Barr virus mechanisms in MS Decoding pathogenetic pathways in MS using multimodal single-cell analysis Investigating natural killer cell subsets in MS brain pathology Validating MRI-based brain atrophy measurements for MS patients Publications : Recent studies highlight her contributions to MS prognosis via biomarkers like CHIT1, optical coherence tomography as a predictive tool, and genetic mosaicism in immune cells. Her work is frequently presented at major conferences like the Joint ECTRIMS-ACTRIMS meeting. Academic Contributions : She supervises numerous PhD students, serves on institutional councils (including the Faculty Council of Medicine ), and leads multidisciplinary collaborations. Her research integrates clinical neurology , genomics , and immunology to advance MS understanding.
Professor Danny Ben-Shahar is a faculty member at the Coller School of Management, Tel Aviv University, where he serves as the Director of the Alrov Institute for Real Estate Research. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to real estate economics and urban studies. Ben-Shahar earned his B.A. in economics from Tel Aviv University followed by an MBA and Ph.D. in finance and real estate from the University of California at Berkeley, establishing a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research approach. His research primarily focuses on the analysis of rational and irrational decision-making in real estate markets, with particular attention to housing affordability, behavioral aspects of property transactions, and socio-economic factors influencing housing markets. Ben-Shahar's work bridges theoretical economic models with practical real-world applications, often employing natural experiments to examine market behaviors. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational real estate economic theories toward increasingly behavioral and socio-political dimensions of housing markets. His early work focused on technical aspects of real estate transactions, while recent publications explore intersections with political beliefs, diversity in corporate governance, and psychological factors affecting property decisions. This evolution demonstrates his adaptability to emerging market dynamics and broader societal influences on real estate. Weimer School Fellow at the Homer Hoyt Institute in Florida, USA Ben-Shahar serves on the editorial boards of several leading academic journals in real estate and management, contributing to scholarly discourse in his field. His research has been recognized with reprints in significant collections and media coverage, including a review in The Wall Street Journal. Beyond academia, he applies his expertise as a board member for several corporate entities in Israel, demonstrating the practical relevance of his research. As Director of the Alrov Institute for Real Estate Research, Ben-Shahar leads a research center dedicated to advancing knowledge in real estate economics and providing evidence-based insights for industry practitioners and policymakers. His work connects academic research with real-world applications in the rapidly evolving Israeli and global real estate markets.
Mary Beth Scholand, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah School of Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Medicine. She serves as Director of the Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic at University of Utah Hospital and provides clinical care across multiple University of Utah Health locations including Farmington, South Jordan, Sugar House, and University Hospital. Her educational background includes: B.S. from Northwestern University M.D. from Washington University Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at Barnes Hospital Pulmonary Medicine Fellowship at University of Utah School of Medicine Dr. Scholand's research centers on interstitial lung diseases, with primary focus on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), sarcoidosis, and autoimmune lung diseases. She investigates genetic and phenotypic factors in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and interstitial lung diseases (ILD), while leading clinical trials targeting IPF cures and novel monitoring programs. Her work bridges pulmonary medicine, rheumatology, and oncology through translational research. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in ILD therapeutics, clinical guideline development, and international registry studies. Key trends include antifibrotic drug trials (bexotegrast, pirfenidone), multidisciplinary management frameworks for autoimmune-related ILD, and pandemic-era adaptations in sarcoidosis care. Her research consistently addresses diagnostic challenges, therapeutic innovations, and patient-centered outcomes across pulmonary subspecialties. As Director of the Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic, Dr. Scholand leads a multidisciplinary team managing complex cases through integrated diagnostics and personalized treatment plans. Her clinical trials portfolio demonstrates active grant funding for therapeutic innovations in IPF and ILD, while her guideline contributions to ACR/CHEST and ATS reflect leadership in standardizing global care practices. Patient testimonials consistently highlight her expertise, thoroughness, and compassionate bedside manner, with a 4.9/5 rating from over 457 reviews.
Sherylyn Briller serves as Professor in the Department of Anthropology within Purdue University's College of Liberal Arts, where she has been a faculty member since 2014. She also holds a faculty associate position at the Center on Aging and the Life Course, reflecting her interdisciplinary focus on aging across institutional boundaries. Her academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and master’s in anthropology from Case Western Reserve University, a bachelor’s in sociology and anthropology from Carleton College, and a graduate certificate in gerontology from Case Western Reserve University. Briller specializes in cultural medical anthropology with research spanning aging, disability, end-of-life issues, and global health. Her cross-cultural gerontology work includes field research in Mongolia and U.S. retirement communities, examining how cultural contexts shape aging experiences and care systems. She integrates anthropological methods with human-centered design to improve dementia care environments and family-clinician collaboration in high-stakes healthcare settings. Recent scholarship reveals a strong trajectory toward transdisciplinary educational innovation, particularly in convergence education models that bridge anthropology with technology design. Her work systematically analyzes institutional barriers to educational transformation while developing collaborative teaching frameworks for undergraduate innovation education. Her scholarly recognition includes the College of Liberal Arts Excellence in Engagement Award (2017-18) and Fellowship in the Society for Applied Anthropology. Briller demonstrates significant leadership through past presidency of the Association for Anthropology and Gerontology Education and co-chairing the Consortium of Practicing and Applied Anthropology Programs. Her major publications include the four-volume series Creating Successful Dementia Care Settings (2001), co-edited volume End-of-Life Stories: Crossing Disciplinary Boundaries (2005), and career development text Designing An Anthropological Career (2009). Through the Center on Aging and the Life Course, she contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives addressing aging challenges via research-practice partnerships focused on care environments, longitudinal aging studies, and transdisciplinary educational models.
Hyunsoo Kwon is a Professor in the Department of Education at Sejong University, South Korea, where he has served as faculty since 2006. His research focuses on special education, inclusive practices, and support systems for students with disabilities within mainstream educational settings. Education: Ph.D. in Education, The University of Kansas (2004) M.A. in Education, Boston College (1998) B.S. in Education, Korea University (1995) Research Interests: Professor Kwon's work centers on curriculum development and modification strategies for students with disabilities, counseling interventions, inclusive classroom implementation, positive behavior support frameworks, and collaborative teaching methodologies. His research emphasizes practical applications to enhance social integration and academic outcomes for diverse learners, with particular attention to longitudinal data analysis and culturally responsive practices in Korean educational contexts. Publication Trends: His recent scholarly output (2023-2025) demonstrates a sustained focus on family perspectives in special education, including quality-of-life assessments for families of students with disabilities and cross-cultural transition experiences. Longitudinal survey methodologies feature prominently across his work, analyzing student competencies, behavioral outcomes, and systemic implementation of inclusive practices from elementary through secondary education levels. Professional Service: Professor Kwon served on the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education PBS Advisory panel (2015-2018) and teaches courses including Introduction to Special Education, Special Needs Counseling, and Graduation Research seminars at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Alayne D. Markland, DO, MSc is a tenured Professor and holds the D. Kevin Barnes, MD and Dottie Barnes Presidential Endowed Chair in the Division of Geriatrics within the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah. She serves as Executive Director of the Center on Aging and is an investigator at the Salt Lake City VA Health Care System's Geriatric Research, Educational, and Clinical Center (GRECC). Dr. Markland is nationally and internationally recognized for her expertise in lower urinary tract disorders, women's health, and aging. Dr. Markland received her D.O. from the University of North Texas Health Science Center, College of Osteopathic Medicine, a B.S. in Biology from Southwestern University, an M.Sc. in Clinical Investigation from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, and completed her Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at the same institution. She also completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the University of California, Davis Medical Center. Her research focuses on optimizing community-based life functioning through the prevention and treatment of geriatric syndromes, with specific emphasis on lower urinary tract symptoms and incontinence. Dr. Markland's work spans population-based studies, multicenter clinical trials, and implementation studies to increase access to incontinence care using technology. She has published over 190 peer-reviewed publications with more than 10,000 citations and brings 20 years of clinical experience treating adults with lower urinary tract symptoms. Analysis of Dr. Markland's recent publications reveals a strong focus on bladder health across the lifespan, particularly women's bladder health, urinary incontinence, and the relationship between mental health and lower urinary tract symptoms. Her work increasingly incorporates mobile health technology to improve access to care and examines social determinants of health as they relate to bladder conditions. D. Kevin Barnes, MD and Dottie Barnes Presidential Endowed Chair NIA K24 Mid-career Award in Aging Research ("Research and Mentoring Program in Improving Access to Incontinence Care for Older Adults") Continual NIH and VA funding throughout her career Dr. Markland serves as Principal Investigator on multiple significant grants including a NIDDK-funded U01 grant, two NIDDK-funded R01 grants, and an implementation consortium grant from AHRQ/DHHS. She actively mentors early-stage investigators through her NIA K24 award and has served as an ad-hoc member on NIH and VA study sections. Her research program encompasses over 190 peer-reviewed publications with more than 10,000 citations according to Google Scholar. As Executive Director of the Center on Aging at the University of Utah, Dr. Markland leads interdisciplinary research initiatives focused on aging-related conditions. Her work with the Prevention of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (PLUS) Research Consortium represents a major collaborative effort to understand bladder health across the female lifespan. She also collaborates extensively with the Geriatric Research, Educational, and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the Salt Lake City VA, where she investigates interventions to improve care for older veterans.
