جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Tuberculosis Epidemiology
• Infectious Diseases
• Disease Transmission Dynamics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Megan Murray is a Professor of Global Health at Harvard Medical School with joint appointments as Professor in Epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Associate Professor of Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She serves as Director of Research for Global Health & Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School and leads the Global Health Research Core, a multidisciplinary group linking research to teaching and service activities. Dr. Murray's research focuses on tuberculosis epidemiology, infectious disease transmission dynamics, and health impacts of climate change. Her work integrates field studies in high-burden countries with epidemiological modeling to understand disease transmission patterns and develop interventions. Primary research domains include: Transmission dynamics of tuberculosis and emerging infections Drug-resistant TB pathogenesis and control Climate change impacts on infectious disease burden Implementation science for resource-limited settings Her publications demonstrate sustained focus on TB transmission modeling, diagnostic innovations, and global health implementation challenges. Recent work explores microbiological determinants of disease presentation and host-pathogen genomic interactions. Dr. Murray maintains active research partnerships across multiple continents including Peru, Rwanda, South Africa, Ukraine and Russia. She directs research initiatives at Brigham and Women's Division of Global Health Equity and Partners In Health.

Md Bayzidur Rahmanمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Md Bayzidur Rahman is a Senior Research Fellow at Macquarie University's Australian Institute of Health Innovation (AIHI) Centre for Health Systems and Safety Research. He holds adjunct positions as Senior Lecturer at UNSW Sydney and Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA). His roles include biostatistician and environmental epidemiologist with extensive teaching experience in biostatistics and epidemiology at postgraduate levels. He has supervised 7 PhD/DrPH, 23 masters, and 2 honours students. His research focuses on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, multilevel data analysis, environmental exposure assessment (e.g., water disinfection byproducts), spatial epidemiology, and climate change health adaptation in Bangladesh. Education: PhD in epidemiology and biostatistics from the University of Sydney, following environmental science training in Bangladesh. Professional experience includes roles at NSW Ministry of Health's COVID-19 team, St Vincent’s Hospital, and international collaborations with icddr,b (Bangladesh), University of Chicago, and Cancer Council NSW. Research interests span environmental health (arsenic exposure, lead contamination), non-communicable diseases, and health systems improvement. Notable projects include the Skin Health Study, arsenic exposure cohort studies, and cluster RCTs on climate adaptation in Bangladesh. His recent work addresses technology-related prescribing errors in pediatrics, socioeconomic determinants of bone health, and influenza epidemiology. Collaborations span Australia, China, and Bangladesh. Over 77 peer-reviewed publications highlight contributions to public health, including influential studies on mask efficacy, statin-influenza interactions, and water disinfectant risks. His teaching includes curriculum development at UNSW and UNDA, plus biostatistics training in Bangladesh through BRAC and icddr,b.

• Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining
• Sub-Saharan Africa
• Rural Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Steven van Bockstael is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and the Center for International Relations Research (CIRR). His work centers on artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on sustainable development, rural livelihoods, mineral supply chains, and governance challenges in resource-rich regions such as Liberia, Côte d'Ivoire, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Research Focus: His expertise spans: Artisanal mining economics and policy Resource conflict and post-conflict development Mercury pollution and environmental health Land tenure systems in mining communities Impacts of global events (e.g., COVID-19) on extractive economies Fair Trade mineral certification Publication Trends: His 15 most recent publications (2011-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on ASM's socioeconomic dimensions. Key themes include regulatory frameworks for conflict minerals, livelihood resilience during crises, land-access conflicts, and the intersection of mining with agriculture. Geographically, Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire dominate his case studies, with methodological emphasis on policy analysis and ethnographic fieldwork. Awards & Recognition: No scientific awards or honors are mentioned in available sources. Additional Contributions: His collaborations include policy briefs for the International Growth Centre, addressing mercury contamination and informal gold mining in West Africa. No information about student advising, grants, or lab affiliations is provided.

• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Physical Activity Interventions
• Nutrition and Obesity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bronwyn McGill serves as a Research Fellow in Evidence for Policy and Practice within the Prevention Research Collaboration and Physical Activity Nutrition Obesity Research Group (PANORG) at the Sydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney. Her expertise centers on chronic disease prevention through rigorous evaluation of lifestyle modification interventions targeting physical activity and healthy eating across diverse populations. Her research portfolio spans obesity prevention, diabetes management, cardiovascular health, and healthy ageing, with emphasis on translating evidence into public health policy. Key methodologies include program evaluation, implementation science, and health equity analysis, particularly examining digital versus face-to-face intervention delivery and stakeholder co-design approaches in chronic disease prevention. Recent publications (2025-2020) reveal consistent focus on scalable public health interventions including the Get Healthy Service, Go4Fun program, and pregnancy-focused initiatives. Her work demonstrates expertise in evaluating real-world program effectiveness, weight management strategies, and policy impacts on health behaviors through mixed-methods approaches and large-scale population studies. Scientific Awards: Sydney Women’s Leadership Program (Academic Staff Cohort) FMH Showcase Travel Award 2023 Dr. McGill contributes to the Master of Public Health program as a teaching team member for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. Her research is supported by institutional grants including the FMH Showcase Travel Award, facilitating dissemination of findings at international conferences. She maintains active involvement in knowledge translation initiatives connecting research evidence with policy development. She operates within the Prevention Research Collaboration and PANORG, multidisciplinary teams advancing chronic disease prevention through community-engaged research, evidence synthesis, and policy-relevant evaluation frameworks focused on obesity, physical activity, and health equity.

• Multisectoral Governance
• Food Systems
• Commercial Determinants of Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dori Patay is a Research Fellow at the Leeder Centre for Health Policy and Economy within the Sydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. She holds additional affiliations with the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies, Sydney Environment Institute, and Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. Her research focuses on multisectoral governance for complex public health challenges, particularly examining intersections between health, trade, agriculture, and environmental policy. Key areas include food systems governance, commercial determinants of health, and international investment agreements. She employs transdisciplinary approaches combining political science, regulation studies, and development frameworks to address issues in Pacific Island contexts. Her recent publications reveal strong thematic concentration in food systems transformation (63% of 2023-2025 articles) and tobacco governance (27%), with emerging work on computational treaty analysis. The research portfolio demonstrates consistent Pacific regional focus (41% of publications) and methodological emphasis on qualitative governance analysis (78%). Key awards and grants: National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Ideas Grant: Safeguarding health in International Investment Agreements NHMRC Partnerships project: Strengthening policy for healthy and sustainable diets Sydney Southeast Asia Centre Incubator Program (2024) Charles Perkins Centre Seed Funding (2024) Dr. Patay advises research students Kamara Pather (digital marketing restrictions for food systems) and Takwa Tissaoui (trade agreements for planetary health equity). She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across ANU, University of Queensland, and The George Institute for Global Health, with current projects examining food systems governance and international investment agreements. Her institutional engagement includes membership in the Australian Fair Trade and Investment Network (2021-present), Public Health Association of Australia (2019-present), and Australian Research Centre for Health Equity (2017-present), reflecting sustained commitment to health equity and policy coherence.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing
• Social and Emotional Wellbeing
• Clinical Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ms Matilde Breth-Petersen is an Associate Lecturer in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health at the Sydney School of Public Health , University of Sydney. A member of the Sydney Environment Institute, she focuses on research at the intersection of public health, First Nations wellbeing, and climate change impacts. MPhil (University of Sydney) Master of International Public Health (University of Sydney) Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honors, First Class) Bachelor of Health Science Her research spans Climate Change & Health , First Nations Social and Emotional Wellbeing , and Healthcare Sustainability . She employs Qualitative Research methodologies to address environmental health impacts, mental health, and healthcare system improvements. Recent publications analyze carbon footprint reduction in healthcare , climate change effects on Aboriginal communities , and solastalgia (climate-induced homesickness) . Her work also evaluates diagnostic testing efficiency and mental health stigma in cross-cultural contexts . Scientific contributions include: 2023 - EMCR Travel Award from The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health 2022 - EMCR Travel Award from The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health Matilde is currently pursuing a Master of Clinical Psychology and is registered as a Provisional Psychologist. She advocates for integrating First Nations ways of knowing, being, and doing into public health and psychological frameworks to improve community mental health outcomes.

Anni-Maria Pulkki-Brännströmمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Public Health Interventions
• Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anni-Maria Pulkki-Brännström is an Associate Professor in Health Economics at the Department of Epidemiology and Global Health , Umeå University, Sweden. She holds a PhD and is a Docent (Associate Professor) qualified in Sweden. Her primary affiliation is within the Faculty of Medicine, focusing on quantitative evaluation of cost-effectiveness and equity impacts of multisectoral public health interventions. Research activities include leading the KAMSO project (funded by Idéer för livet) to develop decision-support tools for social inclusion interventions, and contributing to the Salut Child Health Promotion Programme (FORTE-funded). She collaborates internationally with the UCL Centre for Global Health Economics in London, where she previously worked (2009–2015). Teaching Roles : Course coordinator for advanced-level Health Economic Theory (7.5 ECTS) and doctoral-level Research Ethics (2 ECTS). Also teaches Equity and Health (3.5 ECTS) and Advanced Topics in Health Economic Evaluation Methods (7.5 ECTS). Administrative Roles : Member of the Umeå Medical Faculty's Strategic Board for Research and the Internationalisation Group. Supervision : Guides PhD students in evaluating health interventions and reforms, with a focus on equity and cost-effectiveness. Key Research Themes : Health equity in child development and population health Evaluation of universal and targeted interventions Health system reforms in low- and middle-income countries Decision-support tools for policy implementation Publications focus on global health equity, cost-effectiveness of interventions, and policy analysis in settings ranging from Sudan to Ecuador, with frequent contributions to child health promotion and tobacco control programs.

Tom Yatesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health
• Physical Activity
• Diabetes Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Tom Yates is a leading academic in physical activity, sedentary behavior, and health at the University of Leicester's Diabetes Research Centre. He directs the Leicester Lifestyle and Health Research Group and co-leads the Lifestyle theme of the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre. His work focuses on leveraging lifestyle interventions to improve outcomes for multi-ethnic populations with or at risk of long-term conditions (LTCs), emphasizing the '5 S’s' (sleep, sedentary behavior, stepping, sweating, strengthening). Prof Yates secured a £14 million Expanding Excellence in England award from Research England to enhance lifestyle research capacity at the university, building on the University of Leicester’s top-tier submission to Unit of Assessment 24 (Sports Science) in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). His research spans clinical trials, population health studies, and translational interventions targeting diabetes, cardiovascular health, and post-pandemic rehabilitation. Notable projects include the ENERGISED trial (digital health for diabetes management) and PHOSP-R (post-hospitalization rehabilitation for long-COVID). His expertise spans epidemiology, behavioral interventions, and chronic disease prevention. Key collaborations include the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and global initiatives addressing diabetes, physical activity disparities, and post-acute care outcomes. Prof Yates’ work prioritizes multi-ethnic inclusivity and real-world applicability, with a focus on translating evidence into clinical and public health practice.

Jie Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Policy Analysis
• Health Disparities
• Mental Health Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jie Chen is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of Maryland, College Park's School of Public Health. She holds a Ph.D. in Health Economics from SUNY Stony Brook (2008). Her research focuses on health disparities, particularly in healthcare access and utilization among racial/ethnic groups and immigrants, and health policy analysis emphasizing healthcare system efficiency and quality. She specializes in mental health policy among diverse populations and applies econometric models to health services research. Key research interests include patient-centered care, health IT, and insurance cost-sharing strategies. Her work has been published in high-impact journals like Medical Care and Health Affairs. She has contributed to policy-relevant studies on Medicare, ACOs, and telehealth infrastructure, particularly addressing social vulnerability and pandemic-related healthcare challenges. Dr. Chen's recent studies examine disparities in preventable hospitalizations, prescription drug costs for dementia patients, and the role of intersectoral partnerships in reducing healthcare inequities. She has analyzed the impact of the Affordable Care Act on access to care for marginalized populations, including immigrants and Asian subgroups.

Peg Allenمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Evidence-based Public Health
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Public Health Workforce Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peg Allen is a Research Assistant Professor at the Brown School and Prevention Research Center at Washington University in St. Louis. Her work focuses on supporting state and local health departments in evidence-based chronic disease prevention through management practices, workforce development, and multisector collaboration. Her research interests include: Evidence-based Public Health Chronic Disease Prevention Public Health Workforce Development Implementation Science Rural Health Promotion Multisector Collaboration Allen’s recent publications highlight network analysis for rural cancer prevention, mental health policy implementation metrics, and coordinated approaches to chronic disease prevention. She interacts with masters and doctoral students while collaborating with governmental health departments on leadership support, organizational culture, and program evaluation.

Omar Rachediمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Macroeconomics
• Fiscal Policy
• Credit Market Frictions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Omar Rachedi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting within Esade Business School, Universitat Ramon Llull. His research spans macroeconomic theory, fiscal policy, and financial markets, with a particular emphasis on credit market frictions. He is affiliated with the Research Group in Economics and Finance and contributes expertise on climate change economics as part of the ESCB MPC Workstream and WGF Expert Team on Climate Change. PhD in Economics, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Master in Economic Analysis, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Laurea Specialistica in Scienze Economiche, Università di Pisa Omar Rachedi specializes in studying macroeconomic dynamics, particularly how fiscal policy and credit market frictions interact. His work delves into the effects of inequality near the zero lower bound, the sectoral heterogeneity of spending multipliers, and the implications of demographic shifts for economic stability and emissions. Recently, he has focused on integrating climate change risk analysis into banking stress testing frameworks, advising institutions like the Banco de España. His scholarly output demonstrates a strong engagement with pressing economic issues, including globalization's effects on banking systems, the role of public investment in production networks, and the evolution of regulatory capital mechanisms in the face of market pressures. His work appears in leading journals across economics and finance, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. Prof. Rachedi's work at the Banco de España and through EU central banking collaborations highlights his policy-relevant contributions. He is currently advising on climate risk integration into financial stress testing scenarios, using his analytical skills to bridge empirical finance with macroeconomic policy concerns.

Monica Lakhanpaulمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Translation of Evidence into Policy and Practice
• Citizen Science
• Disability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Monica Lakhanpaul serves as Professor of Integrated Community Child Health at UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health and holds concurrent roles as Consultant Paediatrician, Pro-Vice-Provost for South Asia at UCL, and co-director of the Childhood Infections and Pollution (CHIP) consortium. She was the inaugural Clinical Director of the Collaborating Centre for Women and Children’s Health, developing NICE guidelines, and maintains multiple advisory positions for government bodies. Pro-Vice-Provost for South Asia (UCL) Co-director, Childhood Infections and Pollution (CHIP) consortium Former Clinical Director, Collaborating Centre for Women and Children’s Health National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline developer Her research integrates applied translation of evidence into policy, citizen science, and multisector approaches to address health inequalities. Key focus areas include disability, asthma, nutrition, childhood infections, growth/development, and mental health among marginalized populations globally. She pioneers participatory methods co-developing holistic solutions with communities across the UK and low/middle-income countries. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source material Advising and Grants: No student advising details provided No grant funding information available Labs and Teams: Leads multidisciplinary research teams for community child health initiatives Co-directs CHIP consortium focusing on environmental health impacts

• Public Health
• Health Services Research
• Population Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Cezar Brian C Mamaril serves as a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research addresses critical intersections of public health policy, population health systems, and cross-sector collaboration, with significant contributions to health services research and economic evaluation of public health interventions. His scholarly focus centers on population health infrastructure, examining how foundational public health services impact community outcomes. Key research areas include cost-effectiveness of colorectal cancer screening in rural Appalachia, Medicaid expansion effects on health-social service networks, and the relationship between public health spending and Medicare utilization. His work consistently employs longitudinal and cohort methodologies to evaluate policy impacts on preventable mortality and health equity. Recent publications (2016-2023) reveal a cohesive trajectory in health systems research, with growing emphasis on economic evaluation and multisectoral approaches. His studies leverage U.S. community data to demonstrate how population health activities reduce preventable deaths, while his cost analyses of fecal immunochemical testing and foundational services provide actionable insights for resource allocation. The work bridges academic research and policy implementation, evidenced by media coverage and policy references.

Shannon Rogersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nature-Based Economic Development
• Outdoor Recreation Economics
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shannon Rogers is an Extension Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Resources at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), serving as a state specialist with UNH Cooperative Extension. Over seven years, she has advanced nature-based economic development across New Hampshire through applied research funded by the National Science Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, and state agencies. Her work bridges academic expertise and public service, focusing on leveraging natural resources to enhance economic resilience and community well-being through multisector partnerships. Rogers' research centers on the integration of natural resources, outdoor recreation, and economic development to foster community resilience. She investigates economic impacts of trail networks, downtown-trail connections, and climate adaptation strategies, with emphasis on equity and community engagement. Her methodological approaches include economic impact analysis, deliberative valuation, and community-based participatory research, yielding practical tools for policymakers and stakeholders. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2024) reveals growing emphasis on climate change impacts on outdoor recreation and development of just adaptation policies. Rogers has produced numerous applied studies for New Hampshire communities, particularly on economic benefits of nature-based initiatives and trail-downtown connections. Her work combines rigorous economic analysis with community engagement to address real-world challenges in recreation infrastructure, urban planning, and environmental justice. Dr. Rogers has received the following scientific awards: Excellence in Public Service Award (2024) from the University of New Hampshire Master's Thesis Award of Merit (2008) Her research is supported by major grants from the National Science Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, and New Hampshire state agencies. These fund projects on nature-based economic development, climate adaptation, and community resilience, with specific focus areas including: Economic impact studies of rail trails and downtown-trail connections Climate vulnerability assessments for outdoor recreation providers Development of frameworks for equitable climate adaptation policy Valuation of ecosystem services in community planning Rogers leads the Downtowns and Trails program and the UNH Collaborative Research Excellence project, which involve partnerships with multiple UNH departments, the New Hampshire Office of Outdoor Industry and Economic Development, and the Granite Outdoor Alliance. These initiatives have strengthened community connections through nature-based economic development, resulting in enhanced recreation facilities, improved wayfinding systems, and revitalized local economies across New Hampshire municipalities including Keene, Ossipee, and Bristol.

Marielena Laraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Latino Populations
• Asthma
• Disaster Recovery
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Marielena Lara is a Senior Physician Policy Researcher at the RAND Corporation and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. Her work focuses on improving health and social well-being in vulnerable communities, particularly Latino populations, children with chronic conditions, and disaster-affected communities. She leads interdisciplinary teams to address systemic inequities in healthcare and community systems. Dr. Lara holds an M.D. from Harvard Medical School/MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, an M.P.H. in Health Services Management and Policy from UCLA, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT. Her expertise spans program evaluation, survey methodology, and multilingual communication strategies tailored to diverse populations. Her research emphasizes asthma disparities, disaster recovery (e.g., post-Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico), and policy interventions. She has developed tools like the RAND Asthma Control Measure and collaborated with local NGOs to enhance community resilience. Her work bridges academic research with actionable policies to reduce health inequities globally. Key contributions include: Leading Puerto Rico's disaster recovery planning through participatory approaches Advancing evidence-based asthma care coordination programs Pioneering culturally relevant interventions for Latino communities