جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Food Safety
• Public Health Nutrition
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Professor Carl Lachat is a prominent researcher at Ghent University's Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Food Safety and Food Quality. With over 160 publications and extensive collaboration networks, his work spans nutrition science, food safety, and public health, with particular emphasis on maternal and child nutrition in low-resource settings. His research has significant impact across Agriculture and Food Sciences (169 publications) and Medicine and Health Sciences (133 publications). Professor Lachat's research interests focus on the intersection of nutrition, food safety, and sustainability. His work examines dietary diversity assessment, mycotoxin exposure, maternal and child health interventions, and sustainable food systems. He has pioneered research on biodiverse diets and their co-benefits for human and planetary health, with significant contributions to understanding how food systems can simultaneously address nutritional adequacy and environmental sustainability. His publication record shows consistent productivity with over 20 publications annually in recent years, primarily in high-impact nutrition and public health journals. His work demonstrates strong methodological diversity, including randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses, with particular emphasis on research in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, and other low- and middle-income countries. Professor Lachat has supervised numerous PhD students to completion, including Yuri Bastos Moreira (2024), Margot Cooreman-Algoed (2024), Addisalem Mesfin Muhiye (2023), and Julia Boedecker (2023). His extensive collaboration network includes Patrick Kolsteren (168 co-publications), Lieven Huybregts (47 co-publications), and John Van Camp (46 co-publications), reflecting his central role in Ghent University's nutrition research community. His research extends across multiple continents with significant fieldwork in Africa, particularly Burkina Faso, where he leads several major intervention trials examining prenatal supplementation, dietary diversity, and child health outcomes. This international research portfolio demonstrates his commitment to addressing global nutrition challenges through rigorous scientific investigation and capacity building in resource-limited settings.

• Gastroenterology
• Hepatology
• Liver Transplantation
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Caroline den Hoed is a Researcher at Erasmus MC, affiliated with the Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her work focuses on liver transplantation outcomes, immunosuppressive therapies, and maternal health post-transplant. She has contributed to studies on hepatic encephalopathy treatment, antiplatelet prophylaxis efficacy, and donor/donor graft factors influencing transplant success. Her research integrates clinical data from multi-center cohorts and systematic reviews, emphasizing real-world applications. Key areas include recurrence risks in colorectal cancer survivors, maternal-fetal outcomes in transplant recipients, and the impact of donor conditions like diabetes on graft survival. Dr. den Hoed’s work has been recognized with the ILTS Business Practices Quality Improvement Competition (2024). Her contributions span peer-reviewed articles in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology , Liver Transplantation , and European Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology . Her studies often highlight translational research, bridging pharmacology (e.g., tacrolimus effects) with surgical outcomes (e.g., hepatic artery thrombosis prevention). Media engagement includes addressing public health concerns like dietary supplement-induced liver damage.

• Genetic Screening
• Prenatal Diagnosis
• Cell-Free DNA Analysis
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Maarten Knapen is a Researcher at Erasmus MC, part of Erasmus University Rotterdam, specializing in Obstetrics & Gynecology. His work focuses on genetic screening, prenatal diagnosis, and cell-free DNA analysis. He has contributed to studies on exome sequencing, chromosomal aberrations, and maternal malignancy detection in pregnancy. His research emphasizes improving diagnostic accuracy and clinical management strategies for high-risk pregnancies. Key research interests include noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT), genetic counseling for prenatal anomalies, and managing complications like alpha-thalassemia. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams across oncology, hematology, and cytogenetics. Recent studies highlight the diagnostic yield of exome sequencing and the challenges of interpreting NIPT results in cancer-affected pregnancies. His 2024 publications address clinical guidelines for maternal malignancy, limitations of traditional karyotyping, and therapeutic approaches for fetal conditions. No specific awards or grants are listed, but his work is supported by institutional collaborations such as the Dutch NIPT Consortium. Advising roles or student supervision are not explicitly mentioned in available texts.

• Psychological Assessment
• Psychotherapy Research
• E-Health
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Silvia Salcuni is an Associate Professor at the University of Padua, specializing in Psychological Assessment, Psychotherapy Research, and E-Health applications. Her work focuses on understanding therapeutic mechanisms, mental health interventions in adolescents, and the integration of technology in clinical settings. She leads projects like the JuNEX digital behavioral activation intervention for pregnant women and Motibot, a virtual coach for diabetes patients. Research interests include psychotherapy effectiveness, emotion regulation strategies, and the impact of digital tools in mental health care. She has pioneered initiatives such as the District Functional Unit for Adolescents and conducted studies on pandemic-related mental health challenges among healthcare workers and diabetes patients. Her publications emphasize network analysis in psychopathology, validation of assessment tools, and mixed-methods approaches to therapeutic communication. She has contributed to cross-cultural studies on adolescent mental health and attachment theory in high-risk populations. Key projects include the LOOK@ME network-based screening system for at-risk youth and the ERIC project evaluating eHealth interventions in diabetes management. Her work bridges clinical practice with technological innovation to address mental health disparities and improve patient outcomes.

• Health Technology Assessments
• Economics of Pharmaceuticals
• Health Policy
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Nayyereh Ayati is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Health Economics within Monash Business School at Monash University. She holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-7346-9470) and an email address: ney.ayati@monash.edu . Her primary expertise lies in health technology assessments, pharmaceutical economics, and health policy development. Education : PhD in Pharmacoeconomics and Pharmaceutical Administration from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2016–2022) Pharmaceutical Doctorate (PharmD) from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (2009–2016) Research Interests : Dr. Ayati focuses on optimizing healthcare outcomes through evidence-based decision-making. Her work addresses challenges in pharmacogenomics implementation, economic evaluation of novel therapeutics, and regulatory frameworks for theranostics. She explores how health policies can enhance drug accessibility and affordability, particularly in developing countries like Iran. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates decision analytic modeling and workforce development strategies to address systemic inefficiencies in healthcare delivery. Projects : A key project led by her is the Monitoring system for final trial overall survival (OS) results for cancer medicines , conducted in collaboration with researchers from institutions such as Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and Cobel Group. This initiative aims to improve transparency and evidence-based practices in oncology therapeutics. Advising & Grants : Served as a Health Economics & Outcome Research Advisor for Cobel Group (2018–2023) External roles include Visiting Researcher at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (2022) and Assistant University Lecturer at Ardabil and Tehran Universities of Medical Sciences (2017–2021) Contributed to business development at Pars Darou Pharmaceutical Company (2017–2018) Internship at Iran Food and Drug Administration (2016–2017) Labs & Collaborations : Dr. Ayati collaborates widely with global institutions, including Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and multiple universities. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing health equity and sustainable healthcare systems.

• Global Health
• Women's Health
• Mental Health
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Professor Jane Fisher is a leading academic in Global Health, serving as Director of Global and Women’s Health and Co-Director of the Planetary Health Division at Monash University's School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. Her work focuses on social determinants of health, gender-based risks to mental health, and early childhood development in diverse global settings. She has led over 80 research projects, including major studies in Vietnam, Nepal, and Fiji, emphasizing equity and policy impact. Fisher advises international organizations like the WHO and UNICEF, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. She has supervised over 50 graduate students, advancing interdisciplinary teams like SPHERE (Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health Research Excellence Centre). Her research spans maternal mental health, parenting capabilities, and interventions to reduce disparities in low- and high-income contexts. Her expertise includes epidemiological studies, intervention trials, and policy evaluation, with recent emphasis on occupational health (e.g., silica exposure risks) and pandemic mental health impacts. Collaborations span 20+ countries, addressing global health priorities through mixed-methods approaches. Key projects include the Early Journey of Life initiative in Vietnam and policy research on violence prevention in the Pacific. Awards and recognitions include leadership roles in global health networks and high-impact publications in BMJ Global Health and Medical Journal of Australia .

Rimma Goldbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Immunology
• Regenerative Cell Therapies
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Rimma Goldberg is an Associate Professor at Monash University’s School of Clinical Sciences and a gastroenterologist at Monash Health. She specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), focusing on developing novel cell-based therapies and advancing understanding of adaptive/innate immunity roles in IBD pathogenesis. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, with a particular emphasis on pregnancy-related IBD management and regenerative medicine approaches. Affiliations: Monash Health (Clinical Practice), School of Clinical Sciences (Research) Education: PhD in Immunology/Mucosal Biology (King’s College London, 2019), MBBS & BMedSci (University of Melbourne, 2007) Her research interests include regulatory T cell therapies, IBD immunopathology, and translational strategies to improve patient outcomes. Key projects include Phase 1 clinical trials for autologous Treg-based therapies and collaborations on gastrointestinal fibrosis treatments. Recent articles highlight her contributions to understanding maternal IBD drug exposure effects on infants, optimizing thiopurine dosing in pregnancy, and advancing Treg cell therapy efficacy. She has received prestigious awards including the British Society of Gastroenterology’s Best Scientific Abstract Award and the Society of Mucosal Immunology’s Rising Stars honor. Dr. Goldberg leads multiple grants, including projects on gut-specific ALK5 inhibitors and next-generation glucocorticoid therapies. She collaborates internationally and serves on industry advisory boards (e.g., Janssen). Her lab focuses on regenerative therapies and immune modulation, with future work targeting personalized IBD treatments and maternal-fetal immune interactions.

Lisa T. Jansenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Obesity Prevention
• Metabolic Health
• Glycemic Patterns
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Lisa T. Jansen, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Health Professions. She specializes in metabolic health, obesity prevention, and glycemic patterns during pregnancy. Her research bridges nutrition science and clinical practice, with a focus on lifestyle interventions for high-risk populations. Education: Ph.D. in Nutrition Science (University of Arkansas, Fayetteville), Postdoctoral Fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Research Interests : Metabolic adaptations to dietary changes Glucose metabolism in pregnancy and obesity Hydration’s role in metabolic health Public health strategies for obesity prevention Grants & Funding : Current Principal Investigator of a Center for Childhood Obesity Prevention pilot grant. Planning a NIH R01 application targeting $450,000 for a three-year study on targeted metabolic interventions. Professional Affiliations: American Physiological Society, American Society for Nutrition, American Diabetes Association. Labs/Teams: Active in maternal health and metabolic research collaborations at UAMS. Mentors three Master of Science students in Clinical Nutrition.

Songthip Ounpraseuthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Statistics
• Prediction Error Estimation
• Dimension Reduction & Classification
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Songthip Ounpraseuth is a Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Their research focuses on computational statistics, prediction error estimation, dimension reduction, and selection bias. Dr. Ounpraseuth is a member of the Graduate Faculty and affiliated with professional societies including the American Statistical Association and Society for Clinical Trials. Education: Ph.D. (Statistics), Baylor University, 2006 MS (Statistics), University of Arkansas, 2000 BS (Mathematics), University of Arkansas, 1998 Research Interests Dr. Ounpraseuth’s work emphasizes statistical methodologies applied to clinical and healthcare challenges. Current projects include evaluating the ANGELS High Risk Pregnancy Program and identifying quality indicators for substance use disorders. Their computational approaches address complex data structures in healthcare outcomes and clinical trials. Recent publications highlight telemedicine applications in chronic kidney disease, prenatal ultrasound accuracy, and heart failure patient outcomes. These studies reflect a focus on bridging statistical innovation with practical clinical solutions. Notable collaborations include leadership on NIH-funded projects and contributions to interdisciplinary teams in maternal-fetal medicine and cardiology. Dr. Ounpraseuth teaches advanced biostatistics courses, including BIOS 5223/6223 Biostatistics III and BIOS 5233 Statistical Methods for Clinical Trials.

• Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Rheumatology
• Surgery
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Martin Neovius is a Professor at the Department of Medicine, Solna, Karolinska Institutet. He leads the Chronic inflammatory disease epidemiology research group under Johan Askling. His academic roles include being a Docent (since 2010) and holding a PhD in Medicine from Karolinska Institutet (2005) with a Master's in Economics from Stockholm School of Economics. His research focuses on obesity-related surgery outcomes, maternal-fetal health, rheumatoid arthritis management, and epidemiological studies of chronic diseases. Notable work includes evaluating bariatric surgery impacts on mental health, pregnancy outcomes, and cardiovascular risks, as well as cost-effectiveness analyses of treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. Neovius has authored/co-authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals such as The Lancet, NEJM, and BMJ. His studies frequently use large-scale Swedish registries to analyze population-level health trends. Current research themes include surgical interventions for obesity, disease burden in elite athletes, and long-term health trajectories after chronic inflammatory conditions. He collaborates with national and international teams on projects funded through grants focusing on epidemiological methods and clinical outcomes. His work bridges clinical practice and public health policy, particularly in obesity and rheumatology domains.

Edward Johnstoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Fetal Medicine
• Placental Biology
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Edward Johnstone is an Honorary Professor at the University of Manchester's Division of Developmental Biology & Medicine (L5), serving as Head of the Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre and Head of his division. He also holds roles as Senior Clinical Lecturer in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine and Honorary Consultant at St. Mary's Hospital. His research focuses on fetal growth restriction, placental biology, and environmental impacts on pregnancy outcomes, with contributions to clinical translation and public health policy. Johnstone graduated from Leeds University Medical School in 1994 and completed a PhD in trophoblast cell biology at the University of Manchester in 2005, following a Tommy's Clinical Research Fellowship that included study at the University of Alberta. He returned to Leeds for sub-specialist training in Fetal Medicine before rejoining Manchester in 2009 as Senior Clinical Lecturer and was later promoted to Chair in 2019. His research interests span fetal/placental imaging, trophoblast biology, air pollution's effects on pregnancy, and postnatal growth. He leads the Manchester Placenta Clinic, the first Tommy's translational research clinic, which integrates clinical care with cohort studies for fundamental science. His work addresses pre-eclampsia, stillbirth prevention, and environmental health through multi-modal studies and large-scale datasets, including the Tommy’s National Biobank. Johnstone oversees projects like the RESPIRE initiative (2021–2025), exploring environmental exposures' impact on child health, and the Tommy's 2024–2025 Annual Budget project, advancing maternal and fetal health research. He is a principal investigator for NIHR studies and available for commercial research collaborations in maternal/fetal health. Key contributions include developing biomarkers for pre-eclampsia and advocating for evidence-based healthcare practices, such as the NICE-recommended PlGF blood test to identify high-risk pregnancies. His datasets include the FEMINA2 study and placental MRI comparisons, sharing data via platforms like Mendeley and Figshare.

Edward Haمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Medical Education
• General Surgery
• Internal Medicine
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Edward Ha, MD, MEHP, is a Clinical Professor of Medicine and Assistant Dean for Clinical Education at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed medical school at Northwestern University (2005) and a combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency (2009). He also holds a Master’s in Medical Education from Johns Hopkins (2020). His expertise lies in medical education innovation, curriculum development, and patient outcomes research in surgery and obesity management. He has led initiatives such as the 4th year capstone course and clinical skills programming. Dr. Ha has received multiple teaching awards, including the Golden Apple Award (4x) and Excellence in Education Award. His research explores surgical outcomes, bariatric surgery benefits, and nonoperative approaches to appendicitis. He joined UCLA’s Dean’s Office in 2016 to oversee clinical education strategy. Education: MD: Northwestern University (2005) Residency: Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Combined Program (2009) MEHP: Johns Hopkins University (2020) Research focuses on medical education, surgical outcomes, and obesity-related comorbidities. Recent work includes studies on bariatric surgery’s impact on heart failure symptoms, grit’s role in weight loss, and antibiotic treatment efficacy for appendicitis. His articles often address evidence-based practices in surgery and patient safety. Awards reflect his dedication to teaching excellence and curriculum innovation. Advising and grants include leadership in 4th-year medical student programming and contributions to national surgical education standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance clinical education and patient-centered care.

• Medical Education
• Faculty Development
• Simulation
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Ryan A. Pedigo, MD, MHPE is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA , serving as Residency Program Director and ACGME Faculty Development Program Co-Chair . He has completed a University of Michigan MHPE (2021) and advanced training at Stanford (2018) and Johns Hopkins (2019). Research Interests : Medical education frameworks Faculty development programs Simulation-based clinical training Emergency medicine curriculum design Clinical decision-making tools Publication Trends : His 15 most recent works focus on medical education , emergency protocols , and simulation training , with specific contributions to gastrointestinal emergencies, ventilator management, and pregnancy complications in acute care settings. Scientific Awards : Phi Beta Kappa (2008) Alpha Omega Alpha (2011) SAEM Young Educator of the Year (2017) Kaiser-Permanente Excellence in Teaching (2023) Grants and Collaborations : Recipient of a career development grant from Society for Academic Emergency Medicine , with extensive co-authorships and national recognition for educational innovations. He participates in a California Health Care Foundation leadership program (2023-2025).

• Health Technology Assessment
• Systematic Reviews
• LGBT Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Catherine Meads holds the position of Professor of Health at the School of Midwifery and Community Health within Anglia Ruskin University. Her academic career includes roles as Research Leader at RAND Europe, Reader at Brunel University, and Senior Lecturer at Bart’s and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry. She specializes in systematic reviews, health technology assessment, and research on sexual orientation, gender identity, and health equity. Education: Medical Degree (1983) - University of Leicester Medical School Masters in Information Technology for Management (1994) - Coventry University PhD in Psychology (2006) - University of Birmingham Masters in Public Health (2010) - University of Birmingham Her research focuses on LGBT health inequities, systematic review methodologies, and healthcare interventions. Notable contributions include groundbreaking work on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health since 1992, including a Public Health England review on UK sexual minority women’s health. She has delivered public lectures, advised parliamentary groups, and contributed to policy development through roles like the UK Government Equalities Office LGBT Advisory Panel. Research Grants & Consultancy: Alcohol use in gender/sexual minorities (Drinkaware) LGBT health education (NHS England) Health equity in women (Public Health England) Healthy ageing (World Health Organization) Smoking in sexual minorities (Cancer Research UK) She has supervised 6 PhD theses and numerous MSc projects, emphasizing student publication in high-impact journals. Her teaching expertise spans systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and critical appraisal across UK and international programs. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with East of England Public Health Research and Evaluation Hub, International Journal of Technology Assessment in Healthcare editorial board, and WHO initiatives on aging and healthcare innovation.

• Risk Perception
• Decision Making
• Health Psychology
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Dr Rhiannon Phillips is Deputy Associate Dean Research at the Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences, Cardiff Metropolitan University, where she leads the Applied Psychology and Behaviour Change Research and Innovation Group. She serves as the research lead for the British Psychological Society Division of Health Psychology and is a member of the British Psychological Society Research Board. Her research focuses on understanding risk perception and decision making in relation to common infections and reproductive health. Dr Phillips is particularly interested in facilitating shared decision-making in healthcare settings, communication of health-related risk, and helping people build skills to manage their emotional and behavioral responses to health threats through Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation. She is leading the establishment of SABRE Cymru, a Welsh social science rapid response pandemic research network, and a network for technology solutions supporting reproductive decisions for people with long-term conditions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on patient-centered approaches to healthcare decision-making, particularly in reproductive health, chronic disease management, and pandemic response. Her work frequently employs mixed-methods approaches to understand patient perspectives and improve healthcare communication and outcomes. Dr Phillips has secured over £6.5M in research funding throughout her career and has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals including the New England Journal of Medicine, Lancet Psychiatry, and the BMJ. She leads significant research initiatives including SABRE Cymru and collaborates extensively across healthcare disciplines to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Her current research activities include establishing technology solutions for reproductive decision-making support and leading pandemic response research networks, demonstrating her commitment to translating research into practical healthcare applications that address pressing public health challenges.