جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sleep Science
• Circadian Rhythm
• Rural Nursing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Melissa Deacon-Crouch serves as Associate Professor of Rural Nursing at La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, where she also holds multiple leadership positions including Nursing Discipline Lead, Course Advisor for Bachelor of Nursing, and Coordinator for several rural nursing programs including the Graduate Certificate and Diploma of Rural Nursing Practice, plus the Re-entry to Practice program. With extensive experience bridging clinical practice and academic research, she has made significant contributions to rural healthcare education and research. Her educational background includes a PhD from La Trobe University, Bachelor of Nursing from La Trobe University (Abbottsford), Bachelor of Biological Sciences (Hons) from La Trobe University (Bundoora), Post Graduate Diploma in Midwifery from Ballarat University, and Post Graduate Diploma of Education from University of Melbourne. Her academic journey began with clinical research at The Royal Melbourne Hospital followed by progressive academic appointments at La Trobe University from Graduate Research Assistant through to her current Associate Professor role. Deacon-Crouch's research focuses on sleep science, circadian biology, and their applications in rural healthcare settings. She leads the Rural Health Sleep Team which has secured nearly $500,000 in research funding. Her work spans three interconnected domains: 1) the impact of shift work on healthcare professionals, particularly rural nurses, midwives and paramedics; 2) chrononutrition and breast milk composition, especially regarding melatonin levels; and 3) sleep as a modifiable risk factor for chronic disease among Indigenous Australians. Her recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a clear progression from foundational sleep research to practical applications addressing occupational health and infant nutrition. Her scientific recognition includes substantial grant funding from WorkSafe Victoria and the Norman Beischer Medical Research Foundation for projects investigating shift work impacts and breast milk composition. These awards highlight the translational potential of her research for improving healthcare worker safety and infant nutrition practices. As an educator, Deacon-Crouch has significantly shaped rural nursing curriculum development, with expertise in preparing programs for professional accreditation. She has served as Course Coordinator for multiple graduate programs focused on rural nursing practice. Her teaching experience includes NSG2 Health Priorities A, demonstrating her commitment to foundational nursing education. Through the Re-entry to Practice program, she addresses workforce development challenges in rural healthcare settings. She actively contributes to community health through committee membership with Weenthunga Health Network Inc and collaborates with the Rural Health Sleep Team at La Trobe. Her research bridges academic inquiry with practical healthcare solutions, particularly for underserved rural and Indigenous populations across Victoria.

• Educational Psychology
• School Psychology
• Mental Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Monica Thielking serves as Dean of the School of Psychology and Public Health at La Trobe University, bringing extensive experience from her prior role as Psychologists in Schools National Advisor at the Australian Psychological Society (APS). A registered psychologist, she began her career in disadvantaged school settings as a youth worker and school psychologist, later establishing Australia's first Psychologists in Schools Interest Group and authoring the foundational Handbook of Australian School Psychology. Her research program prioritizes educational equity for marginalized youth and systemic teacher wellbeing enhancement, with documented influence on Commonwealth Royal Commissions and state inquiries regarding youth homelessness, mental health policy, and student equity frameworks. Current leadership includes two major regional Victoria initiatives: a positive psychology intervention for teacher wellbeing and a community-co-designed full-service school model addressing behavioral challenges in students. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in decolonizing psychology education through Indigenous knowledge integration, trauma-informed approaches for homeless populations, and culturally responsive clinical practices. Her work consistently bridges academic research with policy implementation, evidenced by frequent media coverage and government policy references across 42+ outputs. Thielking's strategic governance extends to non-executive directorship on the APS Board and Australian Institute of Company Directors membership, where she advances Indigenous student pathways in higher education and international academic partnerships. Her leadership philosophy centers on staff wellbeing, equity-driven access, and community-engaged research translation within La Trobe University's institutional framework.

• Social and Cultural Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• Food Security
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Natalie Araujo is a Lecturer in Anthropology and Development Studies at La Trobe University's School of Social Inquiry in Melbourne, Australia, where she has been employed since July 2016. Her academic work focuses on critical questions of access, equity, and empowerment related to health, wellbeing, food and water security, and sustainable development across diverse communities. Dr. Araujo holds a PhD and MA from the University of Manchester, a Juris Doctor from the University of Melbourne, and a BA(Hons) from Mount Holyoke College. Her interdisciplinary background bridges anthropology, law, and development studies, creating a unique perspective for her research on social inclusion and community wellbeing. This diverse educational foundation supports her work across academic, legal, and practical development contexts. Her research expertise centers on food systems and foodways in relation to community wellbeing and resilience, examining intersecting issues of structural violence, trauma, agency, and gender. She conducts extensive work in Latin America, the Latin American diaspora, the Pacific, and with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities in Australia. Dr. Araujo employs qualitative, mixed methods, collaborative and co-design research methodologies with expertise in knowledge translation for diverse stakeholders and audiences, including monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks. Dr. Araujo's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on wellbeing narratives, gender studies, food security, and health communication. Her research trajectory has evolved from examining cosmopolitan identities and migration patterns toward increasingly applied work on health communication, food systems, and emergency response in diverse communities, particularly during the pandemic. Her work consistently addresses social inclusion challenges faced by marginalized populations and emphasizes practical solutions for improving access to critical information and resources. Extensive experience in collaborative projects with industry partners Available for Masters Research or PhD student supervision Regular media engagement on issues of migration, gender, and social inclusion Membership on advisory committees for community organizations Contributions to local government policy and evaluation in Australia Prior work experience with NGOs in the UK and Colombia Dr. Araujo has contributed significantly to research on trauma and researcher vulnerability, ethnographic studies of gender and food security in Vanuatu, and evaluations of health communication for non-English speaking communities. Her work on the circulation and adaptation of critical health messaging in CALD communities during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates her commitment to practical applications of anthropological research for immediate community benefit.

Sean Gleasonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ethnographic Field Methods
• Community-Based Mapping
• Computer Vision
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sean Gleason serves as the Elliott Associate Professor of Rhetoric at Hampden-Sydney College, where he bridges communication studies with archaeological fieldwork through innovative applications of remote sensing and digital mapping technologies. His academic profile reflects deep engagement with Indigenous communities in Southwest Alaska, particularly the Yup'ik people of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. Education: Ph.D., Ohio University, 2017 M.A., Ohio University, 2014 M.A., Ohio University, 2013 B.A., Ohio University, 2011 Research Focus: Dr. Gleason pioneers community-based remote sensing methodologies that merge ethnographic fieldwork with UAV technology to document cultural erosion threats. His work centers on Yuuyaraq (Yup'ik traditional knowledge systems), developing collaborative frameworks where Indigenous communities lead heritage preservation efforts. This approach manifests in projects like erosion monitoring of Native allotments and digital reconstruction of pre-contact sites such as Nunalleq. Publication Trends: Gleason's scholarly output (2015-2023) reveals a progressive integration of rhetorical theory with environmental archaeology. Early works examined Appalachian material ecologies and cyborg embodiment, while recent publications focus on UAV-based heritage management and Indigenous knowledge systems. His research consistently addresses climate change impacts on cultural landscapes through co-created technological solutions. Scientific Recognition: Multiple Summer Research Grants from Hampden-Sydney College (2018-2020) Quinhagak Heritage Incorporated Grant (2020) for community-based remote sensing Virginia Foundation of Independent Colleges Mednick Fellowship (2019) National Communication Association top paper awards (2016) Ohio University graduate research awards (2013-2016) Research Leadership: As principal investigator for the Nunalleq project, Gleason secures external funding to support undergraduate fieldwork in Alaska while developing community-owned digital archives. His grants specifically fund ethnographic surveys and erosion mapping conducted jointly with Qanirtuuq Inc. and local Yup'ik elders, creating pathways for student involvement in decolonizing archaeological practice. Collaborative Infrastructure: The Nunalleq project operates through a tripartite partnership between Hampden-Sydney College, Qanirtuuq Inc. (Alaska Native village corporation), and Oxford University. This framework produces open-access educational resources like the Nunalleq Educational Resource Pack and maintains active digital outreach through The Nunalleq Dig Blog, demonstrating commitment to knowledge reciprocity with Indigenous communities.

• Māori Media
• Film, television & media studies
• Māori & Indigenous research methodologies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jani Wilson (Ngāti Awa, Ngā Puhi, Ngā iwi o MĀtaatua) is an Associate Professor at the University of Canterbury's Aotahi School of Māori and Indigenous Studies. Originally from Pāroa near Whakatāne, she holds a PhD in Film, TV & Media Studies from the University of Auckland and has held academic positions at Massey University, Auckland University of Technology, and the University of Auckland before joining Canterbury in August 2023. Her educational background includes: PhD (Film TV & Media Studies), University of Auckland (2009-2012) MA (Hons, Film TV & Media Studies), University of Auckland (2004-2006) BA (Film TV & Media/Māori Studies), University of Auckland (2000-2002) Diploma (Performing Arts) from Excel School of Performing Arts (1995-1996) Wilson's research centers on Indigenous screens, methodologies, and the evolution of screened kapa haka. She examines how screen production impacts haka performance through her Marsden-funded project 'Kia Rite!'. Her work emphasizes the relationship between theory and creative practice (mahi-toi), focusing on how Māori knowledge systems inform contemporary media production. She has published extensively on Māori screen history, audience studies, and the transformative potential of kapa haka for wellbeing, particularly in her collaborative project 'Aroha Noa: Healing through kapa haka' with former prison inmates. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on Indigenous methodologies, cultural wellbeing through creative practice, and the intersection of traditional performance with contemporary media. The articles show her commitment to documenting and analyzing Māori screen representation while developing frameworks for Indigenous research that honor cultural protocols and knowledge systems. Professional recognition includes: Certified Teaching Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (London) Member of the Royal Society of New Zealand Member of Ngā Pae o te MĀramatanga NAIS Writing Fellowship Mentor (2021-2022) Wilson actively mentors emerging Māori/Pasifika screen producers and serves as a cultural advisor for new screen productions through Te Rautaki. She has supervised numerous graduate students working on projects ranging from Māori futurism to language revitalization. Her current research includes leading the 'Toiora, Hauora' project developing Māori arts-based pedagogy for whānau wellbeing and serving as pou manawa Māori on the 'Indigenising movement' project building technology for cultural vitality among rangatahi. She maintains strong connections with creative communities, serving as a reviewer for journals like MAI Journal and AlterNative, and providing cultural advice for screen productions. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practical applications in media production, education, and community wellbeing initiatives.