جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Economic History
• Business History
• Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amélia Branco serves as an Associate Professor with Aggregation in the Department of Social Sciences at the Lisbon School of Economics & Management (ISEG), University of Lisbon. She maintains dual research affiliations as a researcher at CSG – Research in Social Sciences and Management and an integrated member of GHES, the research centre for Economic and Social History. Her academic profile centers on bridging economic and business history with contemporary sustainability challenges, particularly through historical analysis of Portugal's forestry and cork industries. Education: Aggregation in Social Sciences, History (2022), ISEG PhD in Economic and Social History (2005), ISEG Master's in Economics (Natural Resources, Environment, Energy) Her research program critically examines long-term economic patterns in natural resource exploitation, with special emphasis on how historical institutional frameworks shape current sustainability practices. She actively develops interdisciplinary methodologies that connect historical analysis with environmental science and policy studies, particularly regarding the 19th-20th century Portuguese forestry sector. This approach positions her as a key contributor to sustainability science through historical perspectives. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2019-2024) reveals a cohesive scholarly trajectory expanding from core economic history into sustainability education and public health. While historical studies of the cork industry remain foundational, her work increasingly addresses pandemic impacts on education and sustainability integration in academic curricula. This evolution demonstrates methodological flexibility in applying historical frameworks to contemporary societal challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Scientific awards: No major scientific awards or fellowships documented Advising and professional service: Branco has supervised 11 Master's theses on economic history topics including cork industry dynamics, dairy exports, and financial markets. She coordinates the PhD program in Sustainability Science and the Master in Design for Sustainability, driving curriculum innovation since 2018 and 2020 respectively. Her institutional leadership includes membership in ULisboa's College of Food, Farming and Forestry and roles in ISEG's departmental governance and electoral commissions. Research infrastructure: Through her integration in GHES and CSG research centers, Branco participates in collaborative projects examining economic history and sustainability transitions. Her coordination of sustainability programs has established interdisciplinary research teams focused on resource management education and sustainable development policy.

• Consumer studies
• Consumer behaviour
• Nutrition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ellen van Kleef is an Associate Professor in Food Consumer Science at Wageningen University & Research, Department of Marketing and Consumer Behaviour. Her research focuses on how young people navigate healthy food choices in complex environments, leveraging social media insights and nudging strategies to design effective interventions. Key areas include the interplay between digital and physical food environments, healthier online shopping systems, and school lunch program implementation. She leads projects such as COMFOCUS (European food consumer science collaboration) and studies the impact of decision support systems on sustainable food choices. Recent work explores adolescent exposure to food marketing on social media and the efficacy of personalized health nudges. Ellen’s expertise spans consumer behavior, nutrition policy, and food literacy development, emphasizing practical solutions for public health challenges. **Education & Background**: Not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but her academic title (dr.ir.) indicates a PhD and engineering background. She holds an adjunct role in interdisciplinary research. **Grants & Projects**: Active in EU-funded initiatives (e.g., COMFOCUS) and national collaborations with retailers and universities to promote transparent, healthy food systems. Her team investigates behavioral economics principles applied to food environments, including school canteens and online platforms. **Labs/Teams**: Core member of the Marketing and Consumer Behaviour chair group, leading interdisciplinary teams in food environment studies and digital health interventions.

Beth Boyntonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Veterinary Education
• Veterinary Communication
• Animal Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Beth Boynton, DVM, is a Professor of Wellness and Director of the Hill's Wellness Center at the Wellness College of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, since September 2003. She holds a DVM from the University of Minnesota (1980) and a BA in Biology-Chemistry from Skidmore College (New York). Her teaching focuses on clinical skills, wellness care, nutrition, and client communication. She pioneered roles such as the 'Community Practice Veterinarian' at the University of Minnesota's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, emphasizing preventative care, parasite prevention, and human-animal bond education. She leads the veterinary communication curriculum since 2005 and co-designed the 'Practice Readiness' course for third-year students. Research interests center on veterinary education and communication. She has received the Faculty Appreciation Award twice and multiple teaching incentive awards. As faculty advisor, she guides student chapters of the American Animal Hospital Association and American Association of Feline Practitioners. Her philosophy emphasizes collaborative, lifelong learning. She directs the Hill's Wellness Center, integrates clinical studies with non-technical competencies, and uses standardized client programs in teaching. Outside academia, she enjoys gardening, sailing, and outdoor activities with her family and pets.

Anna S. Mattilaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumer Behavior
• Service Marketing
• Social Media
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anna S. Mattila serves as the Marriott Professor of Lodging Management and Professor-in-Charge of the Graduate Program at Pennsylvania State University's School of Hospitality Management. Her research spans consumer behavior, service marketing, and cross-cultural studies with significant contributions to understanding emotions in service encounters and healthy eating behaviors. Education: B.S. from Cornell University M.B.A. from University of Hartford Ph.D. from Cornell University Her research focuses on service recovery , social media , servicescape , prosocial behaviors , emotions , and healthy eating . Recent work examines technology's role in service encounters (e.g., robot language styles, Apple Pay embarrassment), solo dining experiences, and health-conscious consumer choices. She employs cross-cultural methodologies to explore how gender, status perception, and cultural background shape service responses. Analysis of her recent publications (2019-2023) reveals a strategic shift toward technology-integrated service environments and health/wellness contexts . Key themes include consumer embarrassment in digital payments, anthropomorphism in service recovery, and sensory marketing (music/plate color effects). Her work consistently bridges hospitality management with fundamental consumer psychology principles. Scientific Awards: Research.com Business and Management Leader Award (2022-2025) As Professor-in-Charge of the Graduate Program, she oversees academic development while leading research in service marketing. Her grant-funded projects focus on social media impacts , service recovery mechanisms , and healthy eating interventions . Current investigations include donation appeals in CSR initiatives, solo dining experiences, and status effects in loyalty programs.

Eila Kankaanpääمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Health Economics
• Economic Evaluation
• Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eila Kankaanpää is a Research Director at the University of Eastern Finland , Department of Health and Social Management, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. With a PhD in health economics and an adjunct professorship at Tampere University, she focuses on economic evaluation of healthcare interventions, particularly diabetes management, occupational health services, and pharmacological treatments. Key affiliations: University of Eastern Finland, Finnish Centre for Evidence-Based Health Care (JBI Centre of Excellence) Major projects: Alzheimer’s disease Follow-Up Study (ALSOVA), GuideGap study, Kuopio Osteoporosis Risk Factor and Prevention Study (OSTPRE), MEDIFF, PROSHADE Her research examines adverse drug events in cost-effectiveness models, implementation strategies for healthcare guidelines, and economic incentives in occupational health. Recent work includes systematic reviews of economic evaluations for: Diabetes pharmacological interventions Mental wellbeing in elderly care workers Physical activity programs for children Preventive health measures in public policy She has published extensively in A1/A2 journals including ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research , BMC Health Services Research , and Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry . Collaborations span institutions in Finland, Sweden, and international JBI centers.

Francesca ZANTOMIOمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Economics
• Health Economics
• Welfare Policy Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Francesca Zantomio is a Full Professor of Public Economics at the Department of Economics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Her research focuses on micro-econometric analyses of public policy, particularly in welfare programs, health economics, disability, and tax systems. She examines topics such as the design and evaluation of welfare policies, poverty and inequality, labor supply responses to health and disability, and the redistributive impact of taxation. Teaching roles include courses on Advanced Public Economics, Public Finance, and Welfare Systems across undergraduate and graduate programs. She supervises theses on public and health economics, emphasizing applied microeconometric analyses. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing issues like long-term care equity, healthcare access, and the economic effects of cultural vouchers. Key research projects include Age-IT PNRR (MUR-funded) on aging-related policies, SELECT-PRIN on longevity factors, and EU-funded studies on housing taxation and healthcare disparities. She collaborates with institutions like the Joint Research Centre and contributes to policy analyses via microsimulation tools. Notable grants include leadership in the Age-IT PNRR project (€M scale), participation in EU's SHARE-M4 initiative, and involvement in PRIN grants. Her work often involves international teams, addressing regional disparities and policy targeting efficiency.

Robert Baronمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Obesity Treatment
• Nutrition
• Preventive Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robert Baron is a Professor and Vice Chief of the UCSF Division of General Internal Medicine, specializing in obesity treatment, nutrition, and preventive medicine. He founded and directs the UCSF Weight Management Program and has led the UCSF Primary Care Internal Medicine Residency Program since 1989. He holds an MD from UCSF and a Master's in Nutrition from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on graduate medical education, quality improvement, and healthcare workforce policy. Key areas include resident training, clinical competency committees, and the integration of health system priorities into medical education. He has co-authored over 100 publications addressing topics like physician workforce projections, commercial influence in continuing medical education, and interprofessional clinical learning environments. Dr. Baron's work emphasizes improving healthcare quality through faculty development, financial incentives for residents, and addressing disparities in diabetes management. He has contributed to national discussions on maintenance of certification, Medicare policies, and the role of commercial funding in medical education.

Patricia Julia Harlfingerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evidence-based Medicine
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patricia Julia Harlfinger is an Academic Associate at the University for Continuing Education Krems and affiliated with Cochrane Austria. Her work focuses on evidence-based healthcare practices, public health policy, and systematic reviews. She contributes to initiatives like Choosing Wisely Austria, promoting high-value, low-waste healthcare. Her research spans topics such as antibiotic overuse, maternal-fetal health, environmental health interventions, and cervical cancer prevention guidelines. Research Interests : Evidence-based Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Systematic Reviews, and Sustainable Healthcare. Her work emphasizes translating research into clinical practice while addressing environmental impacts of healthcare. Projects : Key projects include reducing low-value care's environmental footprint, evaluating general health check perceptions, and assessing interventions for lead-contaminated soil remediation. She collaborates on national and international efforts like the Becoming Equipped to Tackle Epidemics Right (BETTER) initiative. Grants & Contributions : Involved in projects funded by governmental and non-profit entities, focusing on healthcare sustainability and patient-centered care. Her lectures address eco-friendly treatments and evidence-based practices for patients and clinicians. Labs/Teams : Active in Cochrane Austria and the University’s Evidence-Based Health Research group, contributing to guideline development and health policy analysis.

• Pervasive Computing
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Semantic Web
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Diego López-de-Ipiña is a Full Professor and Principal Researcher at the DEUSTEK/MORElab – ICT for Good group (University of Deusto, Spain). His roles include leading the Faculty of Engineering’s PhD program (2013–2018) and teaching modules in software engineering, web development, and internet technologies. His research focuses on pervasive computing, IoT, semantic middleware, smart cities, and sustainable computing, emphasizing ICT’s role in addressing societal challenges. He has supervised 17 PhD theses and directed over 100 final-year projects. Education: PhD in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge (2002). Research Interests: Pervasive computing and IoT for smart communities Knowledge graphs and semantic web technologies Human-AI collaboration and ethical computing Sustainable computing and environmental citizen science Projects: Principal investigator in EU projects like SOCIO-BEE, AURORAL, and CITY4AGE, focusing on smart cities, citizen engagement, and environmental sustainability. He has led over 20 research projects, blending IoT, blockchain, and AI for real-world applications. Awards: ATLAS Elsevier Research Prize (social impact of scientific papers) Corresponding Member of JAKIUNDE – Basque Science and Arts Academy Advising & Grants: Supervisor of 17 PhD students and mentor for over 100 theses. Secured funding through European and Spanish grants, emphasizing collaborative, community-driven research. Labs & Teams: Founder of DEUSTEK/MORElab, a hub for ICT innovations in sustainability, smart environments, and human-centric technologies.

Jung Sun Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Nutrition
• Food Insecurity
• Nutrition Policy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jung Sun Lee is the Georgia Athletic Association Professor in Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Georgia (UGA), College of Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS), Department of Nutritional Sciences. She is also affiliated with the Faculty of Gerontology and serves as the Director of the UGA SNAP-Ed project. Postdoctoral, Geriatric Medicine/Public Health, University of Pittsburgh Ph.D., Community Nutrition, Cornell University M.S., Food and Nutrition, Seoul National University B.S., Food and Nutrition, Seoul National University Her research focuses on food insecurity, health disparities in nutrition, and policy evaluation, particularly for low-income populations and older adults. She employs mixed-methods and multidisciplinary approaches to improve food assistance programs like SNAP and aging services. 2024 - Bill and June Flatt Outstanding Extension and Outreach Faculty Award 2023 - Joint NEAFCS Social Media Education Award 2020 - NEAFCS Program Excellence Through Research Award 2019 - UGA Athletic Association Professorship Lee leads initiatives such as the Georgia CAFE project, GA Advanced POMP, and the statewide Georgia Hunger Study. She has published extensively on food policy, eLearning nutrition programs, and healthcare utilization linked to food insecurity.

Jonas Fookenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Mental Health
• Aging and Gerontology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonas Fooken is an Associate Professor at the Macquarie University Centre for the Health Economy (MUCHE), specializing in mental health, aging, and the intersection of health, economics, and psychology. He previously held roles as a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Queensland and a researcher at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre. His research focuses on optimizing healthcare policies and programs to ensure efficiency and equity, with a focus on stress management's impact on worker productivity and economic decisions among older adults. Education: PhD in Economics, Queensland University of Technology (2013) MA in Economics, University of Bayreuth (2007) BA in Philosophy & Economics, University of Bayreuth (2005) Research Interests: Jonas explores health's role in economic productivity, mental health policy, aging populations, and interdisciplinary approaches combining health economics and psychology. His work emphasizes translating research into actionable policies for healthcare organizations. Grants & Funding: He has secured over A$4 million in external funding as a Chief or Associate Investigator on grants and fellowships. Recent Activities: MRFF-funded trials on mental health and sleep apnea screening. Leadership in physical activity programs for individuals with disabilities. Advocacy for value-based healthcare funding reforms, including media contributions to highlight systemic challenges. Awards: MQBS Research Impact Prize 2024 for contributions to mental health care value optimization. Labs/Teams: Engages in interdisciplinary collaborations across health economics, psychology, and clinical research, emphasizing practical policy impact.

Maria Dieciمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Economics
• Global Health
• Maternal and Child Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Dieci is an Assistant Professor at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, dual-affiliated with the Department of Health Policy and Management and the Hubert Department of Global Health. Her research focuses on health economics, global health systems, and maternal/child health, emphasizing incentive structures to improve healthcare coordination and access. She collaborates with organizations in East Africa to address barriers in malaria and family planning care, leveraging experimental methods and data analysis. Education: PhD in Health Policy (Health Economics), UC Berkeley MA, UC Berkeley BA, Harvard University Research Interests: Dr. Dieci explores how economic incentives and behavioral 'nudges' can enhance healthcare quality and equity, particularly in low-resource settings. She designs interventions to strengthen provider-patient coordination and evaluate large-scale health programs. Current projects include: Community health worker impact on early child development in Madagascar Provider bias in family planning across multiple countries Malaria treatment incentives in Kenyan pharmacies Grants & Collaborations: Works with social enterprises and global health networks to implement scalable interventions. Prior experience at Innovations for Poverty Action evaluating health/social safety net programs in the US, Latin America, and sub-Saharan Africa. Labs/Teams: Engaged with Emory's Global Health Implementation Science team and partnerships with African healthcare networks.

Silvia Prinaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Development Economics
• Behavioral Economics
• Financial Access
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Silvia Prina is a Professor of Economics at Northeastern University's College of Social Sciences and Humanities. She holds a PhD from Boston University and has held prior roles at Case Western Reserve University and the InterAmerican Development Bank. Her research focuses on development economics, particularly financial access, networks, and health interventions. She employs randomized controlled trials in Mexico, Latin America, Nepal, Tanzania, Uganda, and the U.S. to study poverty reduction strategies. Key areas include digital credit, savings behavior, and spillover effects in economic decisions. She serves as Co-Editor of Labour Economics , an Associate Editor of Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization , and holds affiliations with J-PAL, IPA, and IZA. Her work bridges empirical rigor with policy design to address global development challenges. Education: PhD in Economics, Boston University (2007). Research interests include behavioral economics, cash transfers, program evaluation, and social norms. Notable contributions explore the impact of financial tools on poor households' welfare and decision-making. Recent projects address digital credit dynamics, peer effects in health interventions, and racial bias in labor markets. She co-authored influential studies on savings accounts' impact and the unintended consequences of incentive programs. Awards and recognition include her roles as a Research Fellow at IZA and Affiliate at BREAD. She leads Northeastern's PhD in Applied Economics program and teaches behavioral and development economics.

• Dental Education
• Rural Health
• Public Health
• +۲ مورد دیگر

George Johnson is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. His academic work centers on improving dental education frameworks and public health outcomes, particularly in rural and Indigenous communities. With appointments spanning over a decade, he contributes to workforce development and translational research initiatives without indications of part-time status or retirement. Research Focus: Johnson's investigations concentrate on five interconnected domains: Dental Education: Evaluating rural clinical placements, curriculum efficacy, and graduate employment pathways Rural Health Systems: Analyzing workforce distribution, retention strategies, and service delivery models Oral Epidemiology: Studying caries determinants, fluoridation impacts, and adolescent oral health Public Health Interventions: Developing community-based programs for Aboriginal populations and underserved regions Translational Research: Implementing evidence-based practices in hospital and primary care settings His 14 publications (2011-2023) demonstrate consistent methodological rigor through systematic reviews, comparative studies, and population-level surveys. Research trajectories evolved from foundational assessments of placement programs (2011-2013) toward complex analyses of workforce outcomes (2018-2020) and health system integration (2021-2023). Recurring themes include rural medical training efficacy, dental graduate employment patterns, and community-focused preventive strategies. Awards & Recognition: No scientific prizes or fellowships are documented in available materials. Academic Contributions: While student mentorship and grant activities remain unspecified, Johnson's collaborative research (notably with Skinner, Blinkhorn, and Wright) reflects substantial academic engagement. Institutional affiliations and laboratory participation details are unavailable.

Yonghong Anمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microeconometrics
• Industrial Organization
• Applied Microeconomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yonghong An is a Professor of Economics at Texas A&M University, specializing in microeconometrics and its applications in industrial organization and labor economics. His research emphasizes robust econometric methodologies for analyzing strategic interactions and agent behavior in economic models. Education: Ph.D. in Economics from Johns Hopkins University (2011) Research interests include structural econometric modeling, public goods provision, auction theory, and policy evaluation. His work often integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis to address questions in industrial organization and labor markets. Key publications focus on topics such as intergenerational mobility, merger efficiencies, and public procurement dynamics. Recent work explores algorithmic collusion detection and cost-based contracting. Notable Awards: Best Poster Award at 2016 EAERE Annual Conference He has advised on numerous research projects and contributes to academic discussions on journal pricing and research dissemination. His collaborative efforts include studies on healthcare markets and public policy implications of economic models.