جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Owen O'Donnellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Health Inequality
• Health Insurance & Financial Protection
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Owen O'Donnell is a Full Professor of Applied Economics at the Erasmus School of Economics and Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management , Erasmus University Rotterdam. He is a Research Fellow at the Tinbergen Institute and an Editor of the Journal of Health Economics . Education: DPhil, University of York (UK) Research Interests: His work focuses on health economics, including health inequality, health insurance, financial protection, and labor economics, with applications in low-, middle-, and high-income countries. He employs cross-sectional analyses, equity-sensitive frameworks, and global health policy evaluation. Publications & Collaborations: He has published extensively in top journals like Lancet , PLOS Medicine , and Demography , addressing cardiovascular disease, hypertension screening, and healthcare access in India, Philippines, and Sub-Saharan Africa. His recent research emphasizes equity-sensitive welfare weights and treatment gain inequality. Professional Activities: He has served as an Editor for the Journal of Health Economics since 2007 and is actively involved in peer-review and editorial work until 2026.

Michelle J. Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rehabilitation Robotics
• Neurorehabilitation
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michelle J. Johnson is an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the Perelman School of Medicine in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She holds secondary appointments in Bioengineering and Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at the School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS). She directs the Rehabilitation Robotic Lab and is actively involved in global health initiatives, particularly in Botswana, focusing on neurorehabilitation for stroke and HIV-related impairments. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics, University of Pennsylvania PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University Her research centers on rehabilitation robotics, neurorehabilitation, and the application of technology to address motor and cognitive impairments after brain injury. She is particularly committed to making robotic rehabilitation accessible in low- and middle-income countries. Her work bridges engineering, clinical medicine, and global health equity. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in inclusive, globally applicable rehabilitation robotics. Her work spans clinical trials in Mexico, theoretical frameworks for inclusive design, and comprehensive analyses of global disparities in access to robotic therapy. The focus is on stroke, HIV-related neurological impairments, and technological solutions that are affordable and scalable in resource-limited settings. Dr. Johnson has received significant recognition for her work, including: Fulbright Scholar IEEE Distinguished Lecturer She leads the Rehabilitation Robotic Lab, where she mentors students and develops innovative technologies. She has secured funding and collaborative support for international projects, including data collection in Botswana and the development of a global webinar series (GPMRR) with Elsevier to disseminate knowledge in rehabilitation robotics. Her work includes grant-funded research on characterizing impairment in populations with HIV, stroke, or both, and designing robot-assisted strategies tailored to these needs. Dr. Johnson leads the Rehabilitation Robotic Lab, which focuses on developing and testing robotic systems for neurorehabilitation. The lab emphasizes inclusive design, global applicability, and clinical validation across diverse populations and healthcare settings.

• Infectious Disease Modeling
• Mathematical Epidemiology
• Rotavirus
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Virginia Pitzer is a Professor of Epidemiology (Microbial Diseases) at Yale School of Public Health, where she joined as an assistant professor in 2012. She serves as Co-Director of the Public Health Modeling concentration and is an Affiliated Faculty member at the Yale Institute for Global Health. Dr. Pitzer is also a member of the Graduate Studies Executive Committee overseeing the PhD program and currently serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief for PLOS Computational Biology. She has contributed to World Health Organization advisory groups, including the Immunization and Vaccine-related Implementation Research Advisory Committee (WHO IVIR-AC). Dr. Pitzer's research focuses on mathematical and statistical modeling of infectious disease transmission dynamics, with special emphasis on rotavirus, typhoid fever, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Her work examines how interventions such as vaccination, improved treatment of cases, and improvements in sanitation affect disease transmission at the population level. She has published extensively on vaccine effectiveness, transmission patterns across age groups, and the impact of vaccination programs in both high and low-income countries. Her research has significant implications for public health policy and vaccine implementation strategies globally. Dr. Pitzer has received recognition for her scholarly contributions through her editorial role at PLOS Computational Biology and her participation in WHO advisory committees. Her work bridges mathematical modeling with practical public health applications, particularly in global contexts where infectious diseases pose significant challenges. As Co-Director of the Public Health Modeling concentration, Dr. Pitzer plays a key role in training the next generation of researchers in mathematical epidemiology. Her collaborative approach is evident through her numerous co-authored publications with researchers across Yale and international institutions. The Pitzer Lab continues to advance methodologies for modeling infectious disease transmission and evaluating public health interventions.

Patrick Dowlingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Policy
• Healthcare Delivery Science
• Underserved and Minority Community Care
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Patrick T. Dowling, M.D., M.P.H., is the Kaiser Permanente Endowed Professor of Community Medicine and Chair of the UCLA Department of Family Medicine. He holds dual degrees from the Medical College of Ohio (1974) and the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Dr. Dowling's career spans over four decades in family medicine, residency training, and health policy advocacy, with a focus on underserved populations. He has directed residency programs at Cook County Hospital, Brown University, and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center before leading UCLA's Family Medicine department since 1998. His research emphasizes health policy, chronic disease management, cross-cultural medicine, and integrating substance abuse treatment into primary care. He co-founded UCLA's IMG pathway program to train bilingual (English-Spanish) international medical graduates for underserved areas. Dr. Dowling has advised the National Health Service Corps and LA County Public Health Commission, and currently serves on Drew University's Board of Trustees. Publications highlight systemic barriers to healthcare access, physician practice location determinants, opioid epidemic responses, and community-based participatory research. His work bridges medical education innovation with socioeconomic health equity, reflecting lifelong commitment to universal healthcare access inspired by his early work with Cesar Chavez's United Farm Workers Clinics.

Soojin Oh Parkمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Early Childhood Education
• Bilingual Education
• Family Literacy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Soojin Oh Park is an Assistant Professor in the Learning Sciences & Human Development department at the University of Washington College of Education. Her research focuses on equity-driven improvements in early childhood education, family literacy engagement with Dual Language Learners (DLLs), and culturally grounded parenting practices. Ed.D., Human Development and Education, Harvard University M.Ed., Educational Policy and Analysis, Harvard University M.S.Ed., Learning, Teaching, and Literacies, University of Pennsylvania B.A., Psychology, University of Pennsylvania Park’s interdisciplinary work combines qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches to address gaps in early childhood education (ECE) and parenting, emphasizing: Family literacy engagement for DLLs’ language and literacy development Culturally sustaining pedagogy to amplify family strengths Equity-oriented reforms in ECE systems and policies Her publications span topics like heritage language maintenance, culturally responsive assessment, and the impact of immigration policy on child development, often utilizing advanced methodologies such as machine learning. Awards include the SRCD Federal Policy Fellowship and Best Article of the Year from the Journal of School Psychology. Outstanding Research Paper Award (Korean American Educational Research Association) Distinguished Paper Award (Washington Educational Research Association) Best Article of the Year Award (Journal of School Psychology) Emerging Scholar Fellowship (National Research Center on Hispanic Children and Families) Park leads projects such as FAMILY (Fathers And Mothers Investing in Learning of Young Children) and BASECAMP (Bolstering Asian Students in Early Childhood by Advancing Multilingual Pedagogies). She teaches courses on language and literacy learning, bilingual development, and parenting impacts on early education.

• Data Linkage
• Machine Learning
• Epidemiological Study Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hsei Di Law is a Research Fellow at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH), part of the Australian National University (ANU). She is concurrently pursuing an MSc in Computational Data Analytics at the Georgia Institute of Technology . Her work focuses on data linkage, machine learning, and epidemiological study design using whole-of-population linked datasets. Research Affiliations National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (ANU) Centre of Epidemiology for Policy and Practice Linked Data for Better Health group Health Experience and Health Services Research collaborator Research Interests : Hsei Di Law's work centers on large-scale linked administrative datasets and longitudinal data analysis , with applications in environmental contamination (PFAS, asbestos), healthcare economics (out-of-pocket costs), and epidemiology of diseases. She specializes in integrating machine learning techniques with epidemiological study design to address policy-relevant questions. Publication Trends : Her recent publications (2025–2023) analyze healthcare affordability in Australia, PFAS environmental health impacts , and data linkage methodologies . Over 2022–2015, she studied cardiovascular risk under-treatment , COVID-19 healthcare outcomes , and immune system disorders using mouse models. Projects Led : She is involved in multiple projects, including the ACT Asbestos Health Study II , PFAS Health Study , and Whole-of-population linked data project . These projects examine the health effects of asbestos and PFAS contamination , healthcare utilization, and epidemiological modeling . Contact : Email: hsei-di.law@anu.edu.au Phone: +61 2 6125 0547 Location: Building 62A, Room 2.56, ANU

Gary G. Bennettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Health Interventions
• Obesity Prevention
• Health Equity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gary G. Bennett serves as Dean of Trinity College of Arts & Sciences and Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience, Global Health, Medicine, and Nursing at Duke University. His research develops digital therapeutics for chronic disease prevention. Research programs focus on: mHealth interventions for obesity/hypertension Equity in digital health access Nutrition assistance program optimization Clinician bias mitigation strategies Behavioral trial design for underrepresented groups Recent publications (2023-2025) evaluate digital DASH diet interventions, clinician bias training, equitable trial recruitment, and WIC nutrition programs. Studies emphasize scalable solutions for underserved populations. Leadership and impact: As dean since 2023, Bennett oversees Trinity College's academic programs. Previously as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, he launched QuadEx and DukeLIFE initiatives. Bennett founded multiple digital health ventures acquired by Anthem and Health Dialog. His NIH-funded research has produced 200+ publications on behavioral interventions.

Shrirang Mareمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Security and Privacy
• Usable Security
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shrirang Mare is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at Western Washington University (WWU), focusing on computer security and privacy with emphasis on usable security solutions for diverse user groups including low-literate individuals, the elderly, and cross-cultural populations. His research bridges human-computer interaction and cyber-physical systems to create accessible security mechanisms for emerging technologies. His educational background includes a PhD in Computer Science from Dartmouth College (2016), where his dissertation on seamless authentication for ubiquitous devices established his research trajectory. Dr. Mare's research interests encompass security and privacy, human-computer interaction, and cyber-physical systems, with specialized focus on security for low-literate users and developing regions. His work consistently addresses real-world applicability through field studies in countries like India and Pakistan, examining mobile payment systems, SMS fraud, and smart home privacy challenges. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2018-2024) reveals a dominant trend in wearable-based authentication systems (wristbands for desktops/smartphones) and privacy solutions for consumer IoT, particularly smart homes. His research uniquely combines technical security mechanisms with deep user-centered design principles, often targeting underserved populations in developing regions. No scientific awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided documentation. Teaching responsibilities include Privacy Enhancing Technologies, Object Oriented Design, and Data Structures at WWU, with prior guest lectures at UC Berkeley and the University of Washington; no current advisees or grant funding details were specified. Dr. Mare operates within the Computer Science Department at WWU but no dedicated research lab or team structure was referenced in the source materials.

• Breastfeeding Promotion
• Maternal and Child Health
• Food Security and Nutrition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rafael Pérez-Escamilla is a Professor of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences) and serves as Director of the Office of Public Health Practice, the Global Health Concentration, and the Maternal and Child Health Promotion Track at the Yale School of Public Health. He leads the Yale-Griffin CDC Prevention Research Center with over $70 million in extramural funding, focusing on improving breastfeeding outcomes, maternal-child nutrition, food security, and early childhood development through community health worker interventions. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Iberoamericana (Mexico City), an MS in Food Science, and a PhD in Nutrition from the University of California, Davis. His postdoctoral training at UC Davis explored the link between nutrition and early childhood development. His research interests emphasize breastfeeding promotion , maternal and child health equity , food security measurement , and implementation science . He co-leads studies in vulnerable communities, including U.S. communities of color, and has published over 340 articles, three books, and numerous technical reports. Key publications from 2024–2025 highlight innovations in addressing food insecurity, hypertension disparities, and the evaluation of global nutrition programs. His work bridges research and practice, advocating for scalable interventions. Awards: Lifetime Achievements Award in Global Nutrition (2020) Elected to U.S. National Academy of Medicine (2019) Doctor Honoris Causa from Universidad de Guadalajara (2016) Patricia Martens Award for Excellence in Breastfeeding Research (2015) As a senior advisor to WHO, UNICEF, and U.S. federal agencies, he collaborates on global nutrition policies and measurement frameworks. His grants fund programs like the FOOD4MOMS initiative and the Criança Feliz Program in Brazil. He mentors students through the Maternal and Child Health Promotion Track and oversees Yale’s Global Health and Public Health Practice initiatives. Active in interdisciplinary teams such as the Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) initiative and the Center for Methods in Implementation and Prevention Science (CMIPS), he promotes collaboration between academia, communities, and policymakers.

• Environmental Health
• Climate Change
• Public Health Equity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Carrión is an Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the Yale School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Sciences. His work bridges climate science , energy transitions , and health equity , focusing on structural inequality’s role in exposure and health disparities. Education: PhD in Environmental Health Sciences (Columbia University, 2019); MPH in Environmental Health Sciences (New York Medical College, 2011); BA in Environmental Studies (Ithaca College, 2008). His research examines how home and neighborhood environments serve as intervention points for climate and health equity . Recent studies include modeling heat vulnerability in U.S. housing, geospatial analysis of lead water lines, and clean cooking interventions in Ghana. Articles span climate change , air pollution , and social determinants , with methodological focus on exposure science and case-crossover designs . Scientific honors include: Senior Fellow, Agents of Change in Environmental Justice (2022) Fellow, New York Academy of Medicine (2022) Senior Fellow, Environmental Leadership Program (2019) He contributes to community service as a member of the New York State Minority Health Council (2016–present) and the International Society for Environmental Epidemiology (2018–present). His work integrates satellite data , machine learning , and policy evaluation to address energy insecurity , racial segregation , and climate justice .

Sumeet Jainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Community Mental Health
• Global Mental Health
• Cultural Psychiatry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Sumeet Jain is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the School of Social and Political Science (Social Work). His interdisciplinary research focuses on community mental health in low-income contexts, cultural psychiatry, ethnography, and global mental health policy, with regional expertise in South Asia. He has led projects funded by ESRC, Carnegie Trust, British Academy, Wellcome Trust, DFID, and World Bank, including studies on recovery-oriented mental health in India, poverty-mental health linkages, and evaluation of Scotland's alcohol/drug referral services. Research Interests: Community mental health systems in low-resource settings Critical analysis of psychiatric categories and local distress Qualitative/ethnographic evaluation of health programs Training of social workers in non-western mental health Global mental health policy and equity Publication Trends: Recent works emphasize participatory interventions, mutuality in mental health, caste identities, and critiques of scaling-up global mental health initiatives. His research spans South Asia, Malawi, Ghana, and the UK, blending sociocultural perspectives with public health outcomes. Scientific Awards: ESRC-Impact Accelerator Award Carnegie Trust funding for community mental health in India British Academy collaboration on caste and distress Wellcome Trust grant for London health inequalities study DFID/World Bank funding for poverty-stigma-mental illness research Dr Jain supervises postgraduate research in Global Mental Health and Social Work, contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and co-edited The Palgrave Handbook of Sociocultural Perspectives on Global Mental Health (2017).

• Health Systems Improvement
• Global Health
• Healthcare Quality Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Margaret Elizabeth Kruk is a Professor of Health Systems at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, part of Harvard University. She previously held roles as Associate Professor at Columbia University and Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on improving health system quality in low-income countries, using implementation science and econometric methods to evaluate large-scale reforms. She chairs the Lancet Global Health Commission on High Quality Health Systems in the SDG Era and directs the QuEST Network, a multi-country initiative to enhance health systems globally. Education: MD from McMaster University, MPH from Harvard University. Affiliations: Director of QuEST Centers and Network, former roles at UNDP and McKinsey & Company. Her research interests span healthcare quality measurement, maternal and newborn health, and policy solutions for systemic deficits. Key projects include the People’s Voice Survey on health system performance and mobile phone eCohorts for tracking care quality in LMICs. Publications highlight maternal health outcomes, vaccination decision-making, and health system confidence across countries. Grants include NIH funding for maternal-newborn health integration with HIV programs in Tanzania. Twitter: @mkruk

Lucille C. McGeeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Experiential Legal Education
• Clinical Legal Practice
• Legal Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lucille C. McGee serves as the Director of Experiential Learning and Assistant Professor of Law at the Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law in Knoxville, TN. Her expertise lies in clinical legal education and experiential learning methodologies, having pioneered a medical-legal partnership clinic linking law students with underserved populations. She holds a J.D. from the Appalachian School of Law and a B.A. in English from the University of Georgia, complemented by a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from Harvard University’s Derek Bok Center (2020). Her professional roles include licensure as a Tennessee attorney since 2013, and active membership in organizations such as the American Bar Association and National Association for Law Placement. McGee oversees LMU Law’s experiential programs including clinics, externships, and simulation courses, while teaching practice-oriented subjects like Pleadings & Practice. She has contributed to legal education through committee service with the Southeastern Association of Law Schools and hosting the 2021 Legal Writing Institute virtual conference. Her work emphasizes bridging legal education with real-world advocacy, particularly supporting low-income communities through collaborative healthcare-legal initiatives. Dean Matt Lyon highlights her role in equipping students with essential professional skills for service in Appalachia and beyond.

Huynh-Nhu Leمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Perinatal Mental Health
• Clinical Psychology
• Community Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Huynh-Nhu (Mimi) Le is a Professor in Clinical/Community Psychology at George Washington University. Her research focuses on developing interventions to prevent perinatal depression among low-income Spanish- and English-speaking pregnant women and new mothers, with an emphasis on cultural adaptation and integration into primary care settings. She leads the Mothers and Babies: Mood and Health Research Program, addressing underserved populations in the U.S. and internationally. Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1997). Research interests include culturally tailored mental health interventions, feasibility of mental health screening in primary care, and global maternal mental health. Her work aims to improve mental health outcomes for marginalized families through evidence-based strategies. Lab affiliation: Mothers and Babies Lab, located at 2013 H Street NW, Room 519, Washington, DC.

Nukhba Ziaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Health Systems Research
• Injury Research
• Trauma Care Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nukhba Zia is an Associate Scientist at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health , affiliated with the Department of International Health . She is also associated with the Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit (IIRU) and collaborates with institutions in Uganda and Pakistan. Education: PhD in Public Health (Johns Hopkins, 2019), MPH in Public Health (Johns Hopkins, 2013), MBBS (Aga Khan University, 2005) Research Interests focus on health systems research , injury prevention , and rehabilitation care , particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) across Africa and Asia. She employs mixed-methods designs to evaluate trauma care systems , disability assessments , and technological solutions for service delivery gaps . Recent Publications highlight her work on burn registers (e.g., South Asian Burn Registry ), child disability in Uganda, and injury patterns in Pakistan . Her studies often address emergency care , prehospital management , and registry data to inform global health policies. Honors & Awards include the Health Systems Program Doctoral Award , Graduate Student Employee of the Year , and prestigious scholarships like the Reed Frost and Fulbright for her MPH. She has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles.