جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Dementia
• Alzheimer Disease
• Neuropsychology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Megan O'Connell is a Professor and Faculty Member in Psychology and Health Studies at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science. She holds an Associate Membership in the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health, Medicine, and serves as a Clinical Psychologist specialized in Neuropsychology with the Rural and Remote Memory Clinic (RRMC). She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Victoria, along with an M.A. and B.A. Honors degree. Her research focuses on dementia assessment and interventions, telemedicine applications for rural healthcare, caregiver support systems, and technology integration in aging populations. Dr. O’Connell has received substantial research funding through grants like the New Frontiers in Research Fund ($24M CAD), CIHR grants ($2.1M CAD), and the Weston Family Foundation ($12.2M CAD). She leads projects addressing culturally safer dementia care in Indigenous communities, interprofessional primary care readiness, and cognitive rehabilitation via telehealth. Her lab is managed by Research Coordinator Shoshana Green, who oversees operations and grant administration. Her work emphasizes rural health disparities, particularly in dementia diagnosis and support. Recent studies include longitudinal analyses of pre-COVID-19 social isolation impacts, telehealth-based cognitive interventions, and cross-national cognitive measure harmonization. She actively collaborates with organizations like the Alzheimer Society of SK and the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) to advance dementia care equity and interdisciplinary practice. Dr. O’Connell has supervised 28 practicum placements and mentored numerous graduate students. Notable advisees include Karl Grewal (clinical neuropsychology at Glenrose Hospital), Jake Ursenbach (private clinical practice in Calgary), and August Kortzman (currently at the Rural and Remote Memory Clinic). Her research narrative bridges clinical neuropsychology with public health imperatives, addressing both individual patient needs and systemic healthcare challenges.

Ali Amrollahiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Work
• Strategic Impact of Emerging Technologies
• Technology Governance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ali Amrollahi is a Lecturer in Business Information Systems at the Department of Actuarial Studies and Business Analytics, Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University. His research focuses on digital work, strategic impact of emerging technologies, technology governance, openness in strategy, and digital innovation. He has published extensively in top journals like Journal of Strategic Information Systems and Information and Management , with over 269 citations and an h-index of 26. His work has been implemented in international organizations and featured in media such as Macquarie's The Lighthouse . Amrollahi serves as a Section Editor at the Australasian Journal of Information Systems and Track Chair for Australasian Conference on Information Systems (ACIS). He has received teaching grants and focuses on innovative pedagogy involving blockchain, cybersecurity, and employability skills. He has supervised multiple PhD and MRes students and is open to mentoring researchers in multidisciplinary information systems topics. His research has explored topics such as open strategic planning methodologies (e.g., OSPM framework), AI adoption in auditing, cybersecurity policy agility, and trust dynamics in sharing economies. Awards include the ACIS 2023 Best Theory Paper and Jeffrey Blee Memorial Prize. Recent activities include invited talks on digital strategizing and editorial roles in information systems journals.

Felipe Lobeloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavior and Health
• Maternal and Child Health
• Obesity Prevention
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Felipe Lobelo, M.D., Ph.D., FAHA, is an Associate Professor in the Hubert Department of Global Health at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health. He also serves as Director of Graduate Studies for the department and holds roles at Kaiser Permanente Georgia as Senior Consultant for Population Health Research. His expertise spans chronic disease prevention, implementation science, and public health preparedness. Education: MD, Rosario Medical School (Bogotá, Colombia) PhD in Exercise Science, University of South Carolina Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) Postdoctoral Training, CDC Research Interests: Dr. Lobelo focuses on lifestyle medicine, health disparities, and the intersection of sports and health. His work emphasizes implementation science to bridge gaps between clinical practice and population health interventions, particularly for vulnerable populations. Key areas include obesity prevention, maternal and child health, and climate-related health challenges. Publications & Awards: Over 140 peer-reviewed publications and numerous citations. Notable awards include the Paffenbarger-Blair Award (2006), American Heart Association Fellowship (2012), and Emory Millipub Club (2018). Grants & Mentorship: Leads research projects funded by national/international organizations. Mentors MPH, medical, and doctoral students across disciplines. Active in training programs, including the Exercise is Medicine initiative. Labs/Initiatives: Founder of the Soccer for Health Initiative. Director of the Exercise is Medicine Global Research and Collaboration Center. Core Faculty, Emory Global Diabetes Research Center.

Katja Beesdo-Baumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Psychology
• Developmental Psychopathology
• Mental Disorders Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Katja Beesdo-Baum is a Full Professor of Behavioral Epidemiology at the Institute of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Science, Technical University of Dresden. Her research focuses on the epidemiology and clinical aspects of mental disorders, integrating neurobiological, developmental, and environmental factors through large-scale observational and experimental studies. She holds editorial roles at journals like Child Psychiatry & Human Development and contributes to global initiatives such as the WHO’s ICD-11 clinical practice network. Her work spans anxiety disorders, depression, and prevention strategies in youth, with a strong emphasis on translational research and healthcare system integration. Education includes a Diploma in Psychology (2000) and a Dr. rer. nat. (2006), both from TU Dresden, followed by Habilitation in 2010. Professional experience includes postdoctoral training at the National Institute of Mental Health (USA) and leadership roles in clinical and research groups. Awards include the ECNP Fellowship and Dr.-Walter-Seipp Dissertation Award. Her research explores mechanisms linking stress, neuroendocrine systems, and mental disorders, with recent studies focusing on brain structure alterations in anxiety disorders (ENIGMA collaborations) and the efficacy of prevention programs. She investigates digital health tools, stigma reduction, and sociodemographic barriers to mental healthcare access in adolescents and young adults. Key Research Themes: Behavioral epidemiology, developmental psychopathology, neuroimaging, prevention science. Recent Trends: Machine learning in brain-based classification of anxiety disorders, longitudinal studies on stress biomarkers (e.g., cortisol, androgens), and implementation science for pediatric mental health services. Awards highlight her contributions to clinical guidelines (DSM-5 Task Force) and global mental health policy. Her grants and collaborations span European and international funding bodies, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to mental health challenges. Labs/Teams: Active in the ENIGMA Anxiety Working Group, BeMIND study (behavioral-mind health cohort), and Dresden-based clinical research networks.

Juhani Ukkoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability Management
• Digital Transformation
• Performance Measurement Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Juhani Ukko is a Full Professor (tenured) at the Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT), affiliated with the LUT School of Engineering Sciences and the Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) department. His research focuses on digital transformation, sustainability strategies, and performance measurement systems in SMEs, with particular emphasis on Industry 4.0/5.0 technologies, smart manufacturing, and supply chain governance. He has extensively studied the interplay between digital innovation, environmental impact, and organizational renewal. Key research themes include digital twin applications in business ecosystems, IoT-driven social sustainability, and leveraging performance measurement frameworks to enhance sustainability performance. His work frequently addresses SME challenges in adopting smart technologies, overcoming institutional barriers, and achieving financial and environmental sustainability. Recent publications (2024–2025) highlight trends in digital business ecosystems, hybrid work environments, and the role of certification in total quality management. Notable contributions include studies on co-creation mechanisms in digital service supply chains, the impact of leadership on organizational performance, and the strategic use of real-time simulation for sustainable production. Dr. Ukko’s research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, often collaborating with industry partners. His CV and Google Scholar profile are publicly available for detailed insights into his academic contributions and collaborative projects.

• Patient-Reported Outcomes
• Health Disparities
• Comparative Effectiveness Research
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Jasvinder Singh is a Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) , holding the Musculoskeletal Outcomes Research Endowed Professor title. He serves as Director of Rheumatology Research at the Birmingham VA Medical Center, Director of the UAB Cochrane Musculoskeletal Group Satellite Center, and Director of the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation Gout Clinic. Key roles: FDA Arthritis Advisory Committee member, OMERACT executive committee member, VA Rheumatology Field Advisory Committee chair, and Rheumatology Research Foundation grant review chair Education: MD (University of Delhi, 1993), MPH (University of Minnesota, 2003) Research Focus: Outcomes of arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases Patient-reported outcomes Health disparities in rheumatic diseases Comparative effectiveness research (gout, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, joint replacement) Shared decision-making tools for chronic disease management Recent Article Trends: His 2025 work spans implementation science for lupus decision aids, health disparities in rural vs. urban populations, cardiovascular comorbidity in rheumatic diseases, and standardized outcome measures for crystal arthritis. He also contributes to bioenergy sustainability and global nutrition epidemiology . Scientific Awards: ACR Henry Kunkel Young Investigator Award (2016) Max Cooper Award for Research Excellence (2017) Arthritis Foundation Lee C. Howley, Sr. Award (2018) Best Doctors in America (2011–present) Teaching & Mentoring: Served on graduate dissertation committees and implemented patient decision aids in multicenter clinical trials during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Nursing Education
• Clinical Simulation
• Patient Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Edward Guinea is a Researcher at the Australian Catholic University 's Faculty of Health Sciences , specializing in healthcare simulation and clinical education. His work focuses on improving patient safety, nursing and occupational therapy curricula, and simulation pedagogy. Developed the Tag Team Patient Safety Simulation methodology Created mnemonics for quality simulation practices Advocated for simulated clinical placements in occupational therapy His research spans Nursing Education , Clinical Simulation , and Healthcare Training Methodology , with significant contributions to evidence-based simulation design. Recent publications explore mental health simulation, embedded simulation models, and economic evaluations of simulation training. Guinea collaborates extensively with healthcare educators and institutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and competency development. Key collaborations include partnerships with Christine Imms (occupational therapy simulation), Tracey Levett-Jones (nursing safety frameworks), and Patrea Andersen (simulation design standards).

Sarah Hansonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Preventative Health
• Poverty and Health Inequalities
• Food and Housing Insecurity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sarah Hanson is an Associate Professor in Community Health at the School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia. She is deputy lead of Theme 1 - Behaviour, Inequalities and Health at the Norwich Institute for Healthy Aging and part of the SCORES project examining cognitive health in aging athletes. Her research focuses on preventative health, poverty, and asset-based community development, with particular attention to food insecurity, health literacy, and under-researched populations. She actively engages in public health advocacy through initiatives like the Norfolk Green Care Network and contributes to events such as the Norwich Science Festival. Educational Background PhD in 'Towards an understanding of walking groups as a health promoting intervention' (Norwich Medical School, 2016) Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research (University of East Anglia, 2011) Master of Education in Learning and Teaching (University of East Anglia, 2011) Research Themes Hanson’s work integrates community partnerships to address health inequalities through asset-based approaches. Key interests include salutogenesis, green social prescribing, and the cognitive health of athletes. Her projects span topics like food poverty, hoarding behaviors, and caregiver interventions, emphasizing participatory methodologies and policy relevance. Key Projects Nourishing Norfolk (2024–2025): Community-led health behavior change Outcomes Matter (2023–2025): Improving outcome measures for marginalized groups JOINT SUPPORT (2022–2024): Caregiving intervention for chronic pain patients Awards & Recognition UEA Engagement Award for Partnership Working (2021) Achievement Award for Public and Community Engagement (2017) First Prize for Best Oral Presentation (2014) Grants & Advising Hanson has secured funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research, NHS Integrated Care Boards, and community foundations. She mentors students in qualitative methods and public health research. Her work has been featured in media outlets discussing food poverty, hoarding, and pandemic impacts. Labs/Teams She collaborates with the Norwich Institute for Healthy Aging and the SCORES project, contributing to interdisciplinary teams advancing health equity and aging research.

James Duminyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Urban development
• Urban governance
• Urbanisation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. James Duminy is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Geographical Sciences at the University of Bristol. His research focuses on urban development and governance in the Global South, particularly examining the intersections between urban, food, and health systems in African contexts. He holds a PhD, MTRP, MA, and BSc. Duminy's research interests span urban governance, urbanization processes in Africa, urban history, urban health systems, and urban food security. His work critically examines how urban environments shape social systems and health outcomes, with particular attention to governance frameworks and historical trajectories. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable urban development, demographic change, and health equity in Global South cities. His work integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical research to advance urban policy and governance models. His research has examined urban infrastructure financing, planetary environmental challenges, and innovative approaches to reconciling big data with qualitative insights for smart city governance.

Jolene Skordisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Global Health Policy
• Development Economics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof Jolene Skordis holds multiple senior roles at University College London (UCL): Vice-Dean (International) of the Faculty of Population Health Sciences, Director of the Centre for Global Health Economics, and Deputy Director of the UCL Institute for Global Health. She also serves as Vice Chair of the European Global Health Research Institutes Network. Her expertise lies in health and development economics, focusing on public health interventions, fiscal sustainability, anti-poverty programs, and health equity. She has influenced policy across multiple countries through her research. Education includes a PhD from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (2006), multiple commerce degrees from the University of Cape Town and University of South Africa, and postgraduate qualifications in higher education and marketing. Her work emphasizes translating evidence into policy, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Research interests span economic evaluations of health interventions, including randomized trials of community-based care, fiscal strategies for healthcare delivery, gender empowerment through economic interventions, and social networks influencing health behaviors. She explores how digital technologies impact healthcare workforce dynamics and advocates for equitable global health strategies. Her recent work focuses on pandemic agreements, maternal mental health programs in Kenya/Lebanon, and optimizing tuberculosis care in Eastern Europe. She emphasizes participatory approaches in women’s groups to improve child health outcomes and has pioneered cost-effectiveness analyses for interventions like conditional cash transfers and radio-based early childhood development programs. Prof Skordis’s projects often address systemic challenges such as labor crises in healthcare systems, universal health coverage design, and leveraging multi-sectoral partnerships (agriculture, education) to enhance health outcomes. She is a leading voice in aligning global health policies with implementation realities, emphasizing equity and evidence-based decision-making.

Judi Kidgerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health
• Mental Health
• Adolescent Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Judi Kidger is an Associate Professor in Public Health at the Bristol Medical School (PHS), University of Bristol. Her research focuses on mental health interventions, school-based programs, social media impact on mental health, and urban development's health implications. She leads studies on adolescent well-being, including the WISE trial to improve teacher support systems and the Peer Education Project enhancing health literacy. Collaborations with local authorities and schools emphasize translating health evidence into policy. Her work spans global health issues like self-poisoning in Sri Lanka and the role of school culture in mental health. Education: M.A.(Edin.), M.Sc.(Manc.), Ph.D.(Bristol), M.Sc. Key Projects: Implementing regional School Health Research Networks to improve adolescent well-being. Evaluating mental health campaigns and social media's role in health awareness. Assessing urban planning's health impact through partnerships with local governments. Research Trends: Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, such as combining causal inference with economic evaluations to assess mental health service cost-effectiveness. Recent studies explore pandemic impacts on student mental health and the feasibility of free school meal policies. Grants and Advising: Involved in grants evaluating school-based interventions, including art programs for anxiety prevention and peer education models. Advises on policy frameworks for mental health support in educational settings. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the South West-School Health Research Network and interdisciplinary teams focusing on health evidence translation and urban health equity.

• Criminology
• Public Health Policy
• Substance Use Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Fiona Measham holds the Chair in Criminology at the University of Liverpool since 2019. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on transgressive leisure, psychoactive substances, and harm reduction, with a particular emphasis on drug policy, nightlife cultures, and gender studies. She has pioneered community-based drug checking services through her role as founder of The Loop, a non-profit NGO operational in the UK and Australia since 2013. Her professional activities include membership in drug policy reform panels (Labour Party, Conservative Party), the ACMD Technical Committee, and Drug Science's Medical Psychedelics and Supervised Injecting Facilities Working Groups. Research interests span drug markets, substance use epidemiology, nightlife safety, and the intersection of gender with criminal justice systems. She has secured significant grants, including a £DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (UK) project analyzing youth substance use trends (2021–2023). Teaching responsibilities include convening the SOCI 339 'Drugs, Crime & Society' module, emphasizing critical analysis of drug policy and health sciences. Key contributions include evaluating drug checking efficacy, analyzing festival drug use patterns, and addressing gender-based violence in nightlife settings. Her work bridges academic research with policy advocacy, evidenced by her involvement in UK drug strategy reviews, Scottish drug checking implementation studies, and global harm reduction initiatives.

Emmeline Chuangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Services Research
• Public Health
• Organizational Behavior
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emmeline Chuang serves as Associate Professor and Mack Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, where her research examines organizational strategies to improve service access and well-being for underserved populations through inter-organizational relationships, evidence-based practice implementation, and work design in health and human service systems. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2010), preceded by practical experience as an Americorps/Healthcorps volunteer and research analyst specializing in health and social service program evaluation. Dr. Chuang's research program centers on health services accessibility for vulnerable populations, with three interconnected pillars: the impact of cross-organizational collaboration on client outcomes, leadership strategies for evidence uptake by frontline practitioners, and work design effects on staff satisfaction and care quality. Her work bridges public health, social work, and organizational behavior to address systemic barriers in serving Medicaid enrollees, homeless youth, and populations with complex health and social needs. Analysis of her 2019-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on Medicaid innovation (particularly California's Whole Person Care pilots), integration of health and social services, and reduction of disparities through implementation science approaches. Her methodology frequently combines qualitative and quantitative techniques to evaluate cross-system collaboration in child welfare, substance use treatment, and primary care settings. Honors include: Mack Distinguished Professor Her research program has secured competitive funding from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, William T. Grant Foundation, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Hitachi Foundation. While specific advisees aren't listed in source materials, her professorship entails graduate student mentorship in health policy implementation. With over 70 peer-reviewed publications plus policy tools for practitioners, her work directly informs organizational practices in human services. She maintains active affiliation with the Mack Center for Advancing the Dignity of Work, focusing on improving work conditions and organizational practices to enhance service delivery across human service sectors.

Valerie B. Shapiroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Prevention Science
• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Implementation Science
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Valerie B. Shapiro is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in Social Welfare and Public Health at the University of California, Berkeley . She co-directs the Center for Prevention Research in Social Welfare and leads continuous improvement efforts for the FEMA/SAMHSA-funded CalHope Student Support Initiative . As a William T. Grant Foundation Scholar , her work bridges prevention science, community coalitions, and systemic social and emotional learning (SEL). Research Interests : Dr. Shapiro’s research focuses on the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of evidence-based prevention practices to promote mental, emotional, and behavioral health in children and youth. Key areas include strength-based screening (e.g., DESSA tools), SEL implementation at scale , and equity-driven educational reform . Her work emphasizes data-driven decision-making , coalition-based models , and addressing racial, socioeconomic, and gender disparities in SEL outcomes. Scientific Awards : William T. Grant Foundation Scholar Phi Beta Kappa Inductee (2002) NIMH Child Intervention, Prevention, & Services Fellow (2013) Prytanean Faculty Prize (2014) Fellow of the Society of Social Work & Research (2017) Advising & Grants : Dr. Shapiro mentors students and collaborates on projects funded by the Berkeley Faculty Research Fund , Kaiser Permanente Northern California Community Benefit Program , Stuart Foundation , and National Institute of Mental Health . Her research has inspired practice tools like the DESSA and influenced National Academy of Medicine policy discussions. Labs & Teams : As co-director of the Center for Prevention Research in Social Welfare , she leads teams in developing scalable SEL frameworks and serves on the National Prevention Science Coalition and California Department of Education CASEL Collaborating States Initiative .

• Clinical Child Psychology
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Peer Relationships
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amori Yee Mikami is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia, where she serves as Associate Head for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. She holds a Canada Research Chair in Clinical Child Psychology and is a registered clinical psychologist in British Columbia. Dr. Mikami directs the Promoting Equitable, Affirming Relationships Lab (PEARL), which focuses on youth social relationships with a particular emphasis on those with ADHD. Her work applies a strong equity, diversity, and inclusion perspective to understanding peer dynamics and developing interventions. Her research examines how supportive classroom and home environments can help children with peer problems, with special interest in designing interventions that train teachers or parents in strategies to assist children. Dr. Mikami's work spans several key areas including digital social interactions, cross-racial friendships, barriers to mental health services among equity-deserving groups (particularly Asian Canadian youth with ADHD), and the application of social inclusion principles to peer relationship problems rather than focusing solely on individual deficits. Dr. Mikami's publication record shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly incorporating digital contexts into social relationship research, examining TikTok content about ADHD, online social interactions, and digital interventions. Her work has shifted toward more explicitly addressing structural barriers to inclusion rather than focusing solely on individual-level social skills deficits, reflecting her strong equity perspective. Canada Research Chair (2024) UBC Killam Research Prize (2018) Association for Psychological Science Rising Star (2011) American Psychological Association Award, Division 53 (2005) Dr. Mikami actively mentors numerous graduate and undergraduate students in her lab, with many serving as co-authors on her publications. Her lab develops and tests interventions such as Parental Friendship Coaching, which trains parents to support their children's social development. She has secured significant grant funding to examine barriers to mental health services among Asian Canadian youth with ADHD and to develop digital interventions to improve social connectedness. The PEARL lab maintains a strong focus on applying research to real-world contexts, with an emphasis on making findings accessible to families and practitioners through resources like her book 'Parents as Friendship Coaches for Children with ADHD.'