جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Daniela Ghioمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Health Psychology
• Digital Health
• Behaviour Change
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Daniela Ghio is Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Manchester's Division of Psychology and Mental Health. A chartered psychologist with PhD in Clinical and Health Psychology, her research develops digital interventions for chronic conditions across the lifespan, with special focus on paediatric psychology. Research spans: Digital health interventions for chronic illness Self-management of long-term conditions Paediatric pain perception Behaviour change methodologies Co-production of healthcare research Publication analysis reveals three core themes: Paediatric chronic pain mechanisms and management Parental experiences of childhood illness Digital intervention development for dermatological conditions Awards: None reported Research involvement includes the Manchester Centre for Health Psychology and national NIHR projects. Activities demonstrate commitment to knowledge translation and public engagement.

Max Besbrisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Sociology
• Housing Inequality
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Max Besbris is Associate Chair and Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research examines how individuals make decisions in economic markets, how these decisions are affected by social interactions, and their impact on racial and socio-spatial inequalities, with particular focus on housing, neighborhoods, and the effects of climate change on real estate values and residential decision-making. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology from New York University (2017). Research interests span multiple sociological domains: Communities and Urban Sociology: Studies how neighborhood dynamics shape social outcomes Demography and Ecology: Analyzes population patterns and environmental interactions Economic Sociology: Investigates social dimensions of economic transactions Social Stratification: Examines systems of inequality and mobility Climate Change Impacts: Focuses on environmental effects on housing markets His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on housing markets, neighborhood effects, and inequality mechanisms. The research shows strong thematic convergence around rental market dynamics, disaster impacts on housing, segregation mechanisms, and market intermediaries. Spatial inequality and discrimination emerge as persistent concerns across multiple studies. Dr. Besbris holds affiliations with several university research centers including the Center for Demography and Ecology, Center for Financial Security, and Institute for Research on Poverty.

Chris Herringمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Homelessness
• Urban Poverty
• Housing Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chris Herring is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on poverty, homelessness, and housing in U.S. cities, with an emphasis on the criminalization of homelessness and its impact on marginalized populations. Herring’s work bridges academic research with public advocacy, collaborating with community organizations like the San Francisco Coalition on Homelessness and the National Coalition on Homelessness. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from UC Berkeley, an M.A. in Sociology from UC Berkeley, and an M.A. in Social Anthropology from Central European University. His research explores how punitive policies and urban governance exacerbate homelessness, particularly through studies in San Francisco and New Orleans. Notable contributions include his forthcoming book on the criminalization of homelessness, co-authored studies on Ban the Box employment policies, and ethnographic analyses of homeless encampments. Herring has received awards such as the American Society of Criminology’s Joan Petersilia Outstanding Article Award (2021) and the UC Berkeley Sociology Alumni Prize for Public Sociology (2016). Collaborations extend to academia and activism, including partnerships with Harvard’s Sandra Smith and the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project. He advises graduate students in urban planning and social work, emphasizing public sociology. Herring also consults governments and legal aid groups on homelessness policies and serves as an expert witness in related cases. His research has been featured in major media outlets like the New York Times and NPR. Education: Ph.D. Sociology, UC Berkeley (2020) M.A. Sociology, UC Berkeley (2013) M.A. Social Anthropology, Central European University (2010) Awards: American Society of Criminology’s Joan Petersilia Outstanding Article Award (2021) Society of Social Problems Community Partner Paper Award (2019) Grants/Consulting: Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard’s Inequality in America Initiative Consultant to county governments and legal aid organizations Labs/Teams: Collaborations with the Western Regional Advocacy Project and Our City Our Home Coalition.

• Intervention collective et de proximité
• Transition socio-écologique
• Prévention des surdoses
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André-Anne Parent is an Associate Professor at the École de travail social, part of the Faculté des arts et des sciences at the Université de Montréal. She holds a PhD in Community Health from Université Laval and a postdoctoral fellowship from the Université du Québec en Outaouais. Research Expertise: Her work focuses on collective and proximate intervention practices, addressing socio-ecological transition and overdose prevention. She also studies social inequalities, community development, professional practices for health equity, urban/rural health, and environmental justice. Her research is qualitative and transdisciplinary. Education: BSc in Anthropology (Université Laval), BSc in Social Work (McGill University), MSc in Anthropology (Université Laval), PhD in Community Health (Université Laval), Postdoctoral Fellowship in Community Organization (UQO). Recent Projects: Leads initiatives like the 'Clinic Mauve' LGBTQIA+ health project and overdose prevention networks. Collaborates on intersectoral tools for regional development and the Malakit Project combating malaria among gold miners in Guyana. Active in funding from IRSC, CRSH, and MSSS. Teaching: Teaches SVS-2108 (Laboratory of Intervention) and SVS-3356 (Proximate Intervention). Oversees practical training in the master's program. Labs & Affiliations: Member of CReSP (Public Health Research Center), InterActions Research Lab, and the Institut universitaire sur les dépendances.

Xi Huangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immigration Policy
• Urban Development
• Policy Analysis and Evaluation
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Xi Huang is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida (UCF), part of the College of Community Innovation and Education. She holds a Ph.D. from the joint public policy program at Georgia State University and Georgia Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on immigration policy, migrant integration, urban development, and policy analysis. She teaches courses in policy process, policy analysis, research methods, and public program evaluation. Dr. Huang’s work bridges urban sociology, criminology, and public policy, with notable projects on human trafficking, regional resilience, and immigrant entrepreneurship. She previously served as a Census Bureau Special Sworn Status researcher at the Atlanta Census Research Data Center (2013–2014). Her recent publications explore topics such as hurricanes’ impact on sex trafficking, urbanicity’s role in homeless services, and immigrant reactions to state policies. Key themes include disaster management, socio-spatial inequality, and policy design for marginalized populations. No specific awards are listed, though her research demonstrates significant contributions to interdisciplinary policy analysis. She advises no listed students but contributes to UCF’s academic mission through teaching and research leadership. Her work often intersects with urban planning, economic development, and social welfare, reflecting her commitment to addressing real-world challenges through evidence-based policy solutions.

Tarik Abou-Chadiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electoral Behavior
• Political Parties
• Democratic Representation
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Tarik Abou-Chadi is a Professor in European Union and Comparative European Politics at the University of Oxford’s Department of Politics and International Relations and a Professorial Fellow at Nuffield College. He holds a PhD in Political Science from Humboldt University Berlin (2015). His research focuses on electoral behavior, political parties, and democratic representation in post-industrial societies, with emphasis on the transformation of social democracy, radical right rise, and Green politics. He leads the Swiss National Science Foundation-funded project on 'Social Status and the Transformation of Electoral Behavior in Western Europe' and is an Einstein BUA/Oxford Visiting Fellow (2023–2026), studying electoral trade-offs in post-industrial democracies. Affiliations: Nuffield College, University of Oxford; Humboldt University Berlin (Einstein Fellowship). Educational Background: PhD in Political Science (Humboldt University Berlin, 2015). His research investigates how economic insecurity, housing risks, and gender dynamics shape political preferences. Key contributions include analyses of mainstream parties’ accommodation strategies toward far-right issues and the electoral consequences of anti-elite rhetoric. He serves on the European Political Science Association’s diversity committee and has published in leading journals like the American Political Science Review and World Politics . Recent Media Contributions: Commentaries in The Guardian, BBC News, and The Economist on far-right trends, German politics, and progressive strategies.

Sarah Hansonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Preventative Health
• Poverty and Health Inequalities
• Food and Housing Insecurity
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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.

Amity Jamesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Housing Policy
• Housing Affordability
• Housing for Older People
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Associate Professor Amity James is a leading housing researcher at Curtin University's School of Accounting, Economics and Finance (Faculty of Business and Law). She serves as Discipline Lead for Property and Deputy Director of the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI) - Curtin Research Centre. Her research focuses on housing affordability, aging populations, and private rental sector dynamics, with particular attention to gendered housing disparities and older adult housing security. Education & Teaching Teaches Introduction to Property Markets (PROP2002) and Property Economics and Policy (PROP2001), blending academic rigor with real-world policy applications. Research Interests Her work examines: Housing policies affecting older adults Private rental market vulnerabilities Homelessness prevention strategies Intersection of housing and gender equity Urban development implications of demographic shifts Notable Achievements 2020 Affordable Housing and Homelessness Research Award (ShelterWA) 2018 Young Researcher of the Year (Curtin) Highly Commended 2020 Industry Project Award Grants & Collaborations Lead investigator on multiple AHURI-funded projects addressing housing insecurity, including those funded by Australian Government agencies. Collaborates with organizations like ShelterWA and the Council to Homeless Persons. Labs/Teams Leads Curtin's AHURI research hub, a multidisciplinary team producing influential policy reports on housing challenges faced by older Australians, renters, and marginalized groups.

Fiona Kouyoumdjianمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Epidemiology
• Health equity
• Primary health care
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Fiona Kouyoumdjian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University, with affiliations to the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact and ICES (formerly Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences). She serves as Research Director in the Department of Family Medicine and leads a research program focused on the population health status of incarcerated individuals. Her work emphasizes health equity, public health systems, and clinical population medicine integration. Education: Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Brown University Doctor of Medicine (MD), Dalhousie University Master of Public Health (MPH), Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Toronto Research Interests: Fiona’s research addresses health equity challenges faced by incarcerated populations, including substance-related mortality, HIV care access, reproductive health in prisons, and healthcare continuity post-release. She explores intersections of incarceration with mental health, addiction, and systemic inequities, advocating for policy reforms in correctional healthcare systems. Her work bridges clinical practice and population health, focusing on marginalized groups such as Indigenous communities, racialized populations, and those with intellectual disabilities. Key Contributions: Leading the Mortality After Release from Incarceration Consortium (MARIC), a multinational meta-analysis on post-release mortality Advocating for opioid agonist treatment access in correctional facilities Co-authoring evidence-based guidelines for trauma-informed care in prisons Labs/Teams: Active in ICES’ population health research programs and collaborates with the David Braley Primary Care Research Collaborative. Engaged in community-academic partnerships to improve incarceration health equity.

• Development Cooperation
• International Development
• Public Health
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Patrick Develtere is a Professor at the Leuven International and European Studies (LINES) department within the Faculty of Social Sciences at KU Leuven. His research focuses on international development cooperation, public health in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), and European-African scientific collaboration. He serves as an invited member of the Council of the Faculty of Social Sciences and an observer of the Politieke wetenschappen programme committee. Key research projects include studies on informal employment and social health insurance in Tanzania, microcredit impacts in Bangladesh, and transnational air quality initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa. He has also led work on EU homelessness data systems and global resilience strategies through cooperatives. Recent publications span topics from homelessness policy in Europe to lung health challenges in LMICs. Develtere collaborates extensively with institutions like HIVA-KU Leuven and Egerton University in Kenya. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address socio-environmental challenges, emphasizing transnational cooperation and evidence-based policy solutions.

Shatakshee Dhongdeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Poverty
• Inequality
• Multidimensional Poverty Analysis
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Shatakshee Dhongde is a Professor of Economics and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, Georgia Institute of Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, Riverside, and has conducted pioneering research on multidimensional poverty in the U.S., emphasizing non-income deprivations such as housing, health, and education. Her work during the Great Recession and the pandemic has highlighted systemic inequalities, particularly among marginalized racial and ethnic groups. She is affiliated with the Institute of Research on Poverty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and serves on the editorial boards of leading journals like the Review of Income and Wealth . Education: Ph.D., University of California, Riverside, U.S. M.A., University of Pune, India B.A., University of Pune, India Research Interests: Multidimensional poverty analysis Economic inequality and social justice Impact of public infrastructure on regional disparities Educational and health disparities Global poverty measurement Awards: Dean George C. Griffin Faculty of the Year Award (2022) Nancy and Richard Ruggles Memorial Prize (2012) Fellow, Society for Economic Measurement (2019) Her recent work includes analyzing racial disparities in poverty, spatial trends in multidimensional poverty, and hardships during the pandemic. She advocates for policies addressing affordable housing, healthcare access, and educational equity. Dhongde has been featured in national media, including NPR and BBC, and serves as President-elect of the International Association of Review of Income and Wealth (IARIW).

• Structural Determinants of Health
• Food Insecurity
• Government Nutrition Programs
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kurt Hager is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Epidemiology, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at UMass Chan Medical School. He holds a BA in Sociology from St. Olaf College, an MS in Food Policy from Tufts University, and a PhD in Public Health. His research focuses on structural determinants of health, food insecurity, and government nutrition programs. He evaluates programs like the Flexible Services Program addressing food/housing insecurity under Medicaid's Section 1115 Waiver. His work includes quasi-experimental studies, policy modeling, and economic evaluations. Dr. Hager's policy engagement includes roles at Harvard Law School’s Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation, the Aspen Institute's Food is Medicine Research Action Plan, and the Task Force on Hunger, Nutrition and Health. He currently chairs the National Produce Prescription Collaborative and serves on the American Heart Association's Food Cost Effectiveness Task Force. His research highlights the impact of nutritional interventions on chronic diseases, with recent studies on produce prescriptions and medically tailored meals. Publications analyze Medicaid policy impacts, emergency department referrals, and legal barriers to food security programs. He collaborates with institutions like the American Heart Association and the National Produce Prescription Collaborative to translate science into evidence-based policy.

• Consumption
• Contestation of food
• Everyday life practices
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Bente Halkier is a Professor in Sociology at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Sociology, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on consumption practices, food politics, and qualitative methodologies. She has held academic roles since 1993, including leadership roles in research groups and centers. PhD in Social Sciences from Roskilde University (1998) Professorships at Roskilde University (2011–2016) and University of Copenhagen (2016–present) Her research explores how everyday practices like food consumption intersect with broader societal issues. Key areas include: Contestation over food safety and dietary advice Convenience food dynamics and sustainability Interactions between media, science, and consumer behavior Her recent projects include studies on socioeconomic disparities in dietary health and the role of food practices in climate change mitigation. She has led multiple grants, including the Proper Food under Economic Constraints project (2018–2021). Bente has authored over 30 academic books and journal articles, edited volumes on consumption studies, and served on editorial boards for journals like Cultural Sociology and Journal of Consumer Culture . She frequently collaborates internationally, including with institutions in the UK, Sweden, and Norway.

• Social Inequality
• Economic Sociology
• Urban Sociology
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Rachel Dwyer is a Professor of Sociology and Vice Chair at The Ohio State University (OSU). She is affiliated with the OSU Institute for Population Research and the Translational Data Analytics Institute. Her research focuses on social inequality, wealth disparities, and financial strain, examining how economic structures impact employment, housing, and health outcomes. Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2003) Dwyer’s work explores job polarization, credit/debt dynamics, and neighborhood segregation. Her recent studies highlight how middle-wage job stagnation exacerbates income inequality and how financial systems disproportionately affect marginalized populations. Her article trends reveal interdisciplinary engagement with economic sociology, policy analysis, and health disparities. She investigates systemic factors like state regulations, labor market shifts, and social safety nets in shaping financial insecurity.

Lisa Servonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Poverty
• Community Development
• Economic Development
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Lisa Servon is the Kevin and Erica Penn Presidential Professor at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania. She specializes in City & Regional Planning with a focus on urban poverty, financial justice, and economic insecurity. Currently on leave for the 2024-2025 academic year. Education: BA in Political Science (Bryn Mawr College), MA in History of Art (University of Pennsylvania), PhD in Urban Planning (UC Berkeley). Research interests include the carceral state, community engagement strategies, and financial services accessibility. She has taught courses such as CPLN 7200 (Housing & Economic Development Practicum) and CPLN 6230 (The Carceral State). Awardee of the prestigious Presidential Professorship at the University of Pennsylvania. Her work bridges urban policy, economic inequality, and systemic issues affecting marginalized communities.