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Joseph P. Bressler is an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University, jointly affiliated with the Bloomberg School of Public Health and the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences. He is a member of the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering and conducts research at the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. His work bridges public health, neuroscience, and molecular toxicology, focusing on environmental impacts on brain development. Education: PhD, Rutgers University, 1978 Dr. Bressler’s research centers on neurotoxicology, particularly how environmental pollutants such as lead, cadmium, and aluminum disrupt metal transport systems and affect neurodevelopment. His laboratory investigates the role of iron and other metal transporters at the blood-brain barrier and in glial cells, revealing mechanisms of metal uptake and toxicity. His work has implications for understanding autism, fetal alcohol syndrome, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. His recent publications highlight ongoing research into metal homeostasis, cytotoxicity in cancer and neuronal cell lines, e-cigarette aerosol variability, and epigenetic changes in sex chromosome aneuploidies. The research spans molecular mechanisms, in vitro models, and human health outcomes, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to environmental health. Scientific Contributions: Elucidated how lead and cadmium hijack iron transporters to enter the brain Demonstrated aluminum activation of iron uptake pathways in glial cells Investigated flavoring agents like ethyl maltol in enhancing metal toxicity Explored epigenetic and behavioral impacts in rare genetic conditions Dr. Bressler has advised numerous researchers and collaborators across disciplines. His work has been supported by federal and institutional grants, though specific funding details are not provided in the source text. He actively publishes in high-impact toxicology and environmental health journals, with research cited in policy and public health discussions. He leads a research laboratory focused on cellular and molecular mechanisms of neurotoxicity, utilizing in vitro models of the blood-brain barrier, astrocytes, and neuronal cell lines. His team collaborates widely across neuroscience, public health, and environmental engineering domains.

• Neurotoxicology
• Environmental Health Sciences
• Metal Transporters
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Laurie Ford is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia , affiliated with the Faculty of Education and the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education . She serves as the SACP Admissions Coordinator , Director of Training , and Director of Early Childhood Education . Her work bridges Child and Adolescent Development with Family-School-Community Partnerships , emphasizing culturally responsive practices. Dr. Ford’s research focuses on Early Childhood Assessment , Multi-disciplinary Teams , and Supporting Vulnerable Populations , including immigrants, refugees, and children with chronic health conditions like IBD. She leads the Children, Families, and Communities Lab , where students explore topics such as Cognitive Assessment , Family Engagement , and Community-level Child Development . Her recent publications analyze psychometric tools in diverse populations, assessment feedback communication, and community factors influencing child development. She has presented nationally and internationally on topics like Indigenous Family Engagement and School Belonging for Refugee Students . Dr. Ford has supervised over 75 graduate theses and collaborates with global institutions, including the University of Melbourne on the KIDS in Communities Study (KICS) . Current projects examine school belonging for immigrant/refugee families , supporting children with inflammatory bowel disease , and cross-national assessment norms . She advocates for collaborative approaches to address Early Childhood Mental Health and Multi-cultural Considerations in educational environments.

• Family-School-Community Partnerships and Relationships
• Early Childhood Mental Health
• Assessment with Young Children
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George Henderson is a Professor at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in the Department of Pharmacology & Neuroscience . His research focuses on the neurotoxic effects of ethanol and environmental toxins during development, particularly mechanisms of apoptosis and oxidative stress in the brain and placenta. Primary Affiliation: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Research Areas: Developmental neuroscience, neurotoxicity, oxidative stress, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, nanoparticle drug delivery Research Trends: His publications from 1972–2023 show sustained expertise in ethanol-induced developmental damage, placental drug transport mechanisms, and antioxidant therapeutic strategies. Recent work (2023) explores chlorogenic acid as a neuroprotective agent via NFATc4/CSE pathways. Key Collaborations: Institute for One Health Innovation and translational neuroscience teams at TTUHSC.

• Developmental Neuroscience
• Neurotoxicity
• Oxidative Stress
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Sharon Medlow is a Principal Research Fellow at the Specialty of Child and Adolescent Health, University of Sydney, and serves as Research Translation Coordinator for the Wellbeing Health & Youth (WH&Y) NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence. Her work focuses on adolescent and young adult (AYA) health services, including mental health, cancer care, and transition from pediatric to adult care. She has pioneered research on marginalized youth health, digital health innovations, and healthcare system improvements. Her role involves coordinating research translation, mentoring early-career researchers, and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. Her research emphasizes service development for vulnerable populations, with a particular focus on emergency department interventions, virtual reality applications in healthcare, and mobile health technologies. Medlow has conducted systematic reviews on puberty tempo impacts, FASD, and transition care guidelines. She has also explored the health needs of homeless youth and parenting interventions for adolescents with behavioral challenges. Medlow's publications span topics like emergency mental health interventions, VR-based distress management, and implementation science in adolescent care. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions to AYA health research have significantly influenced clinical practice and policy in Australia. She leads WH&Y's translational research initiatives, integrating young people’s perspectives into health systems design. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility and quality for adolescents globally.

• Adolescent Health
• Young Adult Oncology
• Mental Health Services
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Dr. Christie Petrenko is a Research Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at the University of Rochester. Her work focuses on preventing secondary conditions in individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), particularly through interventions like Families on Track. She investigates prenatal alcohol exposure’s long-term effects on cognition, behavior, and mental health, alongside co-occurring adversities such as maltreatment and out-of-home care. Dr. Petrenko’s research integrates developmental psychopathology frameworks to address risk factors and protective mechanisms. She has conducted pivotal studies on neuropsychological functioning in FASD, emotion regulation interventions, and caregiver support strategies. Key projects include a randomized controlled trial of Families on Track, which targets adaptive developmental pathways for children aged 4-8 with FASD. Her work emphasizes translational research to bridge clinical practice and policy. Notable contributions include telemedicine programs (e.g., ECHO FASD) to improve diagnosis capacity and mobile health tools like the My Health Coach app. She also advocates for equity in FASD care through critical race theory and disability studies perspectives. Dr. Petrenko collaborates with educators, healthcare providers, and policymakers to enhance FASD recognition and support systems. Her research spans neuroimaging analyses, qualitative caregiver studies, and longitudinal follow-ups to characterize FASD trajectories and intervention efficacy.

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
• Developmental Psychopathology
• Preventive Interventions
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Janet Gunter is an Associate Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy and Director of the Graduate Certificate Program in Sensory Processing and Sensory Integration at the University of Southern California's Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. She also serves as Director of Clinical Operations at Therapy West, Inc., overseeing three clinical sites and supervising administrative and therapeutic staff. Her expertise spans pediatric occupational therapy, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders, neuromotor disorders, and feeding challenges. She holds a BS (1994), MA (1995), and OTD (2010) in Occupational Therapy from USC. Education: Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD), 2010, USC Master of Arts in Occupational Therapy, 1995, USC Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, 1994, USC Research Interests: Sensory integration theory and intervention Autism Spectrum and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Early intervention programs for developmental disabilities Role of sensory-enriched environments in child development Publications highlight her work on group-based interventions like the Therapy West Integrated Specialized Play Program (TWISPP) and studies evaluating interdisciplinary early intervention programs. Her 2016 study demonstrated significant improvements in developmental outcomes for children with sensory processing difficulties. Though no formal awards are listed, her leadership roles reflect recognition of her contributions. Advising and Grants: No specific advisees or grant details are mentioned, but her clinical leadership at Therapy West and academic roles imply active involvement in program development and supervision. Labs/Teams: Leads clinical operations at Therapy West, Inc., and directs USC's sensory integration certificate program.

• Sensory Integration
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Neuromotor Disorders
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David Obree is the Archie Duncan Fellow in Medical Ethics and Fellow in Medical Education at The Usher Institute, College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, University of Edinburgh. He teaches medical ethics to medical and medical science undergraduates, integrating humanities like film and 1970s vinyl records to explore clinical moral dilemmas. BDS, BA (Drama), MSc (Medical Ethics and Law) Specializes in narrative ethics, public health ethics, and professional ethics Active in ethics education, including MBChB modules and external examining at the University of Liverpool His research bridges ethics, public health, and humanities, with a focus on narrative methods and professional governance. He has presented at conferences on end-of-life choices, clinical ethics, and bioethics teaching.

• Medical Ethics
• Medical Education
• Humanities in Medicine
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Thorsten Gerstner is a Lecturer affiliated with the University of Oslo's Faculty of Medicine, based at the Campus South in Kristiansand. His research focuses on neurology and pediatrics, particularly neurodevelopmental disorders, epilepsy, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). He investigates EEG patterns in children with FASD, sleep disturbances in pediatric populations, and the clinical impact of genetic mutations associated with epilepsy and intellectual disabilities. Gerstner collaborates with institutions like Sørlandet Hospital HF and has published extensively in journals such as Neuropediatrics , Epilepsy Research , and Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research . His work emphasizes translational research bridging clinical neurology and molecular genetics. Key research areas: FASD, pediatric epilepsy, EEG analysis, neurodevelopmental genetics Notable contributions: Quantitative EEG studies in FASD, cannabinoid treatment surveys in pediatric epilepsy Gerstner’s clinical expertise includes antiepileptic drug safety and valproate-related complications. He contributes to regional health initiatives, including the South-Eastern Norway Resource Centre for children exposed to prenatal alcohol/drug use.

• Neurology
• Pediatrics
• Epilepsy
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Dr. Ronghui Xu is a Professor at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health & Human Longevity Science at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She holds affiliations with the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health and previously with the Department of Mathematics. Her research focuses on biostatistics, clinical and translational research, and reproductive toxicology. Dr. Xu leads the Biostatistics unit at UCSD's Clinical and Translational Research Institute (CTRI) and serves as lead statistician for the OTIS Collaborative Research Center, investigating topics like fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and pregnancy medication safety. Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Nankai University, China (1990) Master of Arts in Applied Mathematics, UCSD (1995) Ph.D. in Mathematics, UCSD (1996) Research Interests: Dr. Xu specializes in causal inference, high-dimensional data analysis, and survival analysis. Her work spans drug repurposing for neurodegenerative diseases, radiation therapy optimization for cancer, and maternal-fetal health outcomes. She develops statistical methodologies for competing risks and observational studies. Publications: Her recent work includes studies on ulcerative colitis treatment strategies, Alzheimer's drug candidates, and biomarkers for autism spectrum disorders. Key themes include clinical trial analysis, pharmacotherapy evaluation, and statistical modeling in epidemiology. Awards: David P. Byar Young Investigator Award (1998) Fellow of the American Statistical Association (2013) Grants & Teams: She directs the CTRI Biostatistics Unit, supported by NIH CTSA grants, and collaborates on projects like the Vaccine and Medication in Pregnancy Surveillance System. Her team addresses complex health questions through interdisciplinary approaches, including machine learning and large-scale clinical data analysis.

• Causal inference
• Reproductive Toxicology
• Clinical and Translational Research
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Carles Escera is a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Faculty of Psychology, University of Barcelona. He has directed major research institutes including the Institute of Neuroscience (accredited as a Maria de Maeztu Excellence Centre) and currently coordinates the Brainlab Research Group (SGR2017-974). His research focuses on auditory perception, attention mechanisms, and neurodevelopmental disorders, with a recent emphasis on subcortical speech encoding in neonates and its clinical implications. He has received the ICREA Academia Prize three times (2010, 2015, 2020). Education: Licenciatura in Psychology (1987), PhD in Psychology (1993). Postdoctoral training at University of Helsinki (1993–1999). Visiting professorships at University of Bremen and Hanse Wissenschaftskolleg (2004–2005). Research Interests: Investigates cerebral mechanisms of auditory perception, attention, and cognitive control. Explores subcortical auditory processing via FFR, clinical applications of MMN, and interdisciplinary studies on prehistoric rock art acoustics. Grants & Awards: Lead researcher on projects funded by Ministerio de Ciencia, ICREA, and Alicia Koplowitz Foundation. Projects include FFR biomarkers for neurocognitive disorders and acoustic analysis of Neolithic rock art sites. Lab Members & Collaborations: Directs Brainlab with over 20 researchers. Collaborates internationally with institutions in Finland, Germany, Israel, and Japan. Former members include prominent neuroscientists like Kimmo Alho and Manuel S. Malmierca.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Auditory Perception
• Attention Mechanisms
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Cate Hilly is an Honorary Fellow at the School of Psychological Science, The University of Western Australia, and holds a Lecturer and Professional Placement Coordinator role at Australia Catholic University since December 2024. She is a PhD candidate at Australian Catholic University, researching the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance Approach (CO-OP) for children with FASD. She works part-time in a private pediatric service in Canberra, supporting FASD diagnosis and family services. Education: Master of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy, University of Sydney, 2011) and Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy, University of Sydney, 2001). Her research focuses on FASD interventions, pediatric occupational therapy, early childhood development, and telehealth applications. She received a grant from the Occupational Therapy Research Foundation for her FASD project. Recent work includes studies on FASD interventions, SMS-based parental support, and telehealth in clinical education. Her articles highlight trends in interdisciplinary approaches to childhood development challenges, leveraging technology for healthcare delivery, and evidence-based practice in occupational therapy. Grants: Occupational Therapy Research Foundation grant (FASD project). No awards explicitly listed. She advises students through her lecturing role and has contributed to multidisciplinary FASD diagnostic services.

• Occupational Therapy
• Child Development
• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
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Michael Nizhnikov serves as Chairperson and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Southern Connecticut State University, where he leads academic initiatives while maintaining an active research program in behavioral neuroscience. His institutional affiliation reflects deep integration within the university's academic structure, with primary responsibilities spanning departmental leadership and specialized instruction in psychological sciences. Dr. Nizhnikov's research program centers on the transgenerational and developmental neurobehavioral consequences of ethanol exposure, utilizing sophisticated rodent models to investigate critical questions across the lifespan. His work systematically examines how prenatal and early-life alcohol exposure alters behavioral phenotypes, with particular emphasis on transgenerational epigenetic mechanisms, stress interactions, and opioid system involvement in ethanol reinforcement. Key investigations span anxiety-like behaviors, ethanol consumption patterns, cognitive performance, and neurotoxic outcomes across developmental stages from infancy through adulthood, demonstrating rigorous methodological approaches including genetic strain comparisons and pharmacological interventions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2015-2021) reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on transgenerational transmission of ethanol effects, age-dependent neurobehavioral vulnerabilities, and reinforcement mechanisms. The predominant themes include paternal/maternal lineage contributions to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, strain-specific programming effects, and critical interactions between stress and ethanol exposure across developmental windows. Methodologically, his work consistently employs rat models across infancy, adolescence, and adulthood to examine ethanol intake, anxiety responses, and cognitive performance using elevated plus maze, T-maze, and operant self-administration paradigms, with growing emphasis on kappa and mu opioid receptor mechanisms. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Information regarding student advising responsibilities, research grants, laboratory infrastructure, or collaborative teams was not provided in the available institutional profile or publication records.

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Developmental Psychopharmacology
• Addiction Science
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Lisa Whittingham (she/her) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Disability Studies at Brock University. She holds a PhD in Child and Youth Studies and MA in Applied Disability Studies from Brock University. Her research focuses on disability and the law, particularly examining interactions between individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and the criminal justice system, crisis response strategies for justice professionals, and socio-cultural constructions of vulnerability. Dr. Whittingham has over 15 years of clinical experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in criminal justice, forensic, and mental health systems. She is a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Ontario. Her work emphasizes cross-sectoral collaboration and inclusive research methodologies. Research interests include disability studies, policing studies, qualitative research, and media analysis of disability narratives. She volunteers as an editor for the Journal on Developmental Disabilities and serves on the John Howard Society’s Research Ethics Board. Her academic contributions span criminal justice policy analysis, forensic service provision models, and telehealth applications for FASD diagnosis. Recent publications address data-driven insights into disability representation in correctional facilities and forensic mental health systems.

• Disability Studies
• Criminal Justice
• Policing Studies
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Professor Nicola Newton is the Director of Prevention Research at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney. She leads internationally recognized programs in substance use and mental health prevention, with a focus on school-based and eHealth interventions. Her roles include co-Director of the NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence - PREMISE and Vice President of the Alliance for the Prevention of Mental Disorders. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons Class 1) from Macquarie University and a PhD from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (UNSW). After postdoctoral work at King’s College London and 7 years at NDARC, she joined the Matilda Centre in 2018. Research Interests: Substance use prevention, mental health promotion, healthy lifestyles, adolescent health, personality-targeted interventions, eHealth technologies, translation and implementation science. Methodological Expertise: Cluster randomized controlled trials, school-based trials, intervention development, online clinical trials. Her recent publications focus on eHealth interventions for vaping, mental health disparities among gender/sexuality diverse youth, trauma-informed prevention, and socioeconomic factors in substance use. She has received 34 awards, including the 2024 Australian Rotary Health Mental Health Impact Award, and serves as Assistant Editor for Drug & Alcohol Review and Addiction . Grants: >$51 million as Chief Investigator, including funding from NHMRC, MRFF, Movember Foundation, and Australian Government Department of Health. She advises state and federal health/education departments on substance use prevention.

• Substance use prevention
• Mental health promotion
• Healthy lifestyles and chronic disease prevention
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Susan M. Smith is a Professor of Nutrition at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health and Deputy Director for Science at the Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) . Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms through which nutrition, genetics, and prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) interact to impair fetal development. Education: PhD in Biochemistry (University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1987), Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental Biology (Harvard Medical School, 1990) At the molecular level, her lab identified signals responsible for the apoptotic deletion of craniofacial stem cells (neural crest) in PAE. Current work explores the MDM2/p53/ribosomal gene network modulating neural crest vulnerability to alcohol damage. She also investigates how maternal iron-deficiency elevates fetal susceptibility to PAE-induced deficits and PAE's long-term metabolic and behavioral effects. Her publications span topics like iron distribution , calcium-dependent neurotoxicity , and E-cadherin regulation , with keywords including Nutrition, Developmental Biology, and Neurotoxicology. Her studies frequently involve zebrafish models , transcriptomics , and metabolic syndrome analysis. Scientific Recognition: MERIT Award from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) Dr. Smith has held leadership roles in NIH study sections and professional societies, including past chair of the NIH Neurotoxicology and Alcohol (NAL) study section and past-president of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Study Group.

• Nutrition and Fetal Development
• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
• Neural Crest Cell Biology
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