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Michele Catherine Madiganمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Eye diseases
• Age-related changes
• Cell biology
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Associate Professor Michele Catherine Madigan , affiliated with the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of New South Wales , is a leading researcher in ocular pathogenesis spanning development to aging. Her work focuses on three core areas: Ocular tumor microenvironment, particularly uveal melanoma therapy development Age-related retinal and choroidal changes in AMD Meibomian gland biology in dry eye disease . Her research approach combines human donor tissue analysis with in vitro models to study disease mechanisms. Key methodologies include Transcriptomic profiling of ocular cells Environmental challenge models for ocular surface Melanocyte biology in tumor and aging contexts Specializing in ocular anatomy and immunology, she advances understanding of posterior eye inflammation and therapeutic interventions. Recent publications highlight her expertise in ocular aging markers, environmental pollutant impacts on eye health, and transcriptomic approaches to retinal degeneration. Her work reveals connections between Melanocortin system regulation Smoke exposure effects on ocular surface Metabolic pathways in photoreceptor protection These studies demonstrate her commitment to translational vision science. Scientific recognition includes: 2021 Scientia Education Academy Highly Commended for student engagement 2020 Dean’s Excellence Award for Diversity & Inclusion Multiple School-level Community Engagement Awards Her research is supported by ARC Discovery Grants and Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia funding.

• Animal Studies
• Animals in visual and performing arts
• Wildlife Tourism
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Associate Professor Rebecca Scollen is a prominent academic in the School of Creative Arts at the University of Southern Queensland . With a PhD in Creative Arts from QUT, her career spans 25 years in tertiary education, focusing on Animal Studies , Wildlife Tourism , and Arts and Wellbeing . She serves as Program Director for the Bachelor of Creative Arts and Community Wellbeing since 2024. Her research explores audience reception in performing arts, ethical animal use in art , and regional arts development . Recent publications analyze media framing of urban wildlife, holographic zoos, and bushfire storytelling through performance. She supervises doctoral projects on topics like gender in paramedicine and theatre in social work . Key collaborations include work with Andrew Mason on sustainable tourism and Sea World discourse analysis. She contributes to Australasian Animal Studies Association and Flying Arts Alliance , with editorial roles in conference proceedings and exhibition catalogues.

Lyndsay O'Haraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hospital epidemiology and infection control
• Epidemiologic methods in infectious diseases
• Transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms
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Lyndsay O'Hara is an Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Public Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Her research focuses on hospital epidemiology, infection control, and epidemiologic methods in infectious diseases, with particular attention to multidrug-resistant organisms and healthcare worker safety. Education: B.Sc. in Cell Biology and Anatomy from University of Western Ontario (2006) M.P.H. in Global Health from University of British Columbia (2011) Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control from UBC Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (2012) Ph.D. in Population and Public Health (Epidemiology) from University of British Columbia (2016) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Infectious Disease Epidemiology at University of Maryland School of Medicine (2018) Her research spans transmission dynamics of multidrug-resistant pathogens , emerging infectious diseases , and health systems interventions to improve infection control. Publications highlight environmental contamination, contact precautions, and healthcare-associated infection mitigation. Recent articles examine Acinetobacter baumannii and Candida auris prevalence in ICU settings, disinfectant efficacy, and comorbidities influencing COVID-19 readmissions . Methodologically, she explores standardization techniques for infection reporting and cluster-randomized trial designs. Scientific Recognition: Canadian Institutes for Health Research Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship Recipient She contributes to global health through tuberculosis risk assessments in South African healthcare facilities and evaluates correlations between infection control and hospital quality metrics.

Neil Fosterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tort Law
• Workplace Health and Safety Law
• Law and Religion
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Neil Foster is an Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle, specifically within the School of Law and Justice. His academic career spans multiple disciplines with a strong focus on legal theory and practical applications across tort law, workplace health and safety, and the intersection of law and religion. His position reflects his significant contributions to legal scholarship and education at one of Australia's prominent universities. Master of Laws, University of Newcastle Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws, University of New South Wales Bachelor of Theology, Australian College of Theology Diploma of Arts in Theology, Moore Theological College, Sydney Professor Foster's primary research interests center around three major areas: torts (civil liability for wrongs), occupational health and safety law, and law and religion. His work in torts encompasses issues like duty of care, breach of statutory duty, and causation principles. In workplace health and safety, he focuses on personal liability of company officers for OHS breaches and the legal frameworks governing workplace safety. His law and religion scholarship examines religious freedom, anti-discrimination laws, and the legal position of religious organizations within contemporary Australian society. These research domains often intersect, particularly in cases where religious freedom conflicts with anti-discrimination legislation or workplace safety obligations. Analysis of Professor Foster's recent publications reveals a clear trend toward examining the tensions between religious freedom and anti-discrimination laws in Australia, alongside continued scholarship in tort law principles and workplace safety regulations. His work demonstrates a methodical approach to legal analysis, often connecting theoretical principles with practical applications in contemporary legal disputes. The publications show increasing focus on constitutional aspects of religious freedom, particularly Section 109 of the Australian Constitution, and its interaction with state and federal anti-discrimination legislation. Editorial Board - Torts Law Journal (2007-Present) Membership - National OHS Regulatory Research Consortium (2010-Present) Member of Editorial Executive for Journal of Health, Safety & Environment (2021-2022) Professor Foster has served as co-supervisor for one PhD candidate on the topic 'From Premise to Practice: Strategic Decision-making in Risk-based Regulatory Agencies' (2017). His professional engagement extends beyond traditional academic supervision to include significant editorial responsibilities and membership in research consortia focused on occupational health and safety regulation. His work with the National OHS Regulatory Research Consortium demonstrates practical engagement with policymakers and regulators in the field of workplace safety. Professor Foster maintains active scholarly engagement through his blog 'lawandreligionaustralia.blog' where he comments on contemporary law and religion issues, and has participated in radio interviews discussing these topics. His academic work intersects with practical legal application through his advisory role in regulatory frameworks and his analysis of landmark legal cases affecting religious organizations and workplace safety standards in Australia.

• Rehabilitation Science
• Occupational Therapy
• Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
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Dr. Joy MacDermid is a Part-Time Professor in Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences with an extensive scholarly record of over 550 publications in the last decade. Her academic career spans evidence-based rehabilitation practice, outcome measurement methodology, and addressing health disparities among vulnerable populations including public safety personnel. Research Expertise Dr. MacDermid's research program demonstrates exceptional breadth and depth across multiple rehabilitation domains: Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: Specializing in hand therapy, wrist biomechanics, distal radius fracture management, and outcomes following carpal tunnel surgery Measurement Science: Developing and validating patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) across diverse cultural contexts and clinical conditions Public Safety Health: Investigating occupational stress injuries, mental health challenges, and return-to-work processes among firefighters, police officers, and correctional workers Knowledge Translation: Bridging evidence-practice gaps through educational interventions and implementation strategies for therapists Gender and Health Equity: Examining sex differences in pain experiences, recovery trajectories, and healthcare access across multiple conditions Research Evolution Her recent work (2023-2025) reveals strategic expansion into digital health solutions, patient co-design methodologies, and intersectional approaches to rehabilitation. She has pioneered research on the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on first responders, developed smartphone-based assessment tools for remote rehabilitation, and established frameworks for addressing gender bias in outcome measurement. Her leadership in international consensus efforts has standardized outcome measurement for hand and wrist conditions globally. Professional Impact Dr. MacDermid's scholarly influence extends through: Development of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for distal radius fractures and lateral elbow tendinopathy Creation of the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement Hand and Wrist Working Group Advocacy for improved sex and gender reporting standards in rehabilitation research Editorial leadership in major rehabilitation journals Mentorship of emerging researchers through collaborative projects across North America

• Ultrasonics
• Nondestructive Testing
• Robotics
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Morteza Tabatabaeipour is a Lecturer in Advanced Manufacturing at the School of Engineering, Ulster University . His research focuses on ultrasonic nondestructive testing, guided wave inspection, and robotic applications in industrial analysis. Institution: Ulster University Academic Rank: Lecturer Research Areas: Ultrasonics, Robotics, Composite Materials, Guided Wave Technology His work includes developing flexible ultrasonic arrays, mitigating biofouling in marine environments, and integrating machine vision with ultrasonic testing. Recent projects explore wall thickness quantification using shear horizontal waves and calibration-free guided wave analysis. Email: m.tabatabaeipour@ulster.ac.uk

• Historical Geography
• Biogeography
• Geomorphology
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Pablo Giménez Font es Profesor en el Departamento de Análisis Geográfico Regional y Geografía Física de la Universidad de Alicante, y Secretario del Instituto Interuniversitario de Geografía. Su labor académica incluye la docencia en grados y postgrados de Geografía, Historia y Biología, con especialización en Geografía Histórica y Biogeografía. Doctorado en Geografía (2006), Universidad de Alicante Coordinador del Máster Oficial en Planificación y Gestión de Riesgos Naturales Su investigación se centra en: Reconstrucción de usos del suelo en sociedades históricas Análisis de hábitats de especies vegetales y animales Estudio de riesgos naturales en sistemas fluviales Transformación de paisajes mediterráneos Las publicaciones recientes reflejan tendencias en: Biogeografía de especies amenazadas (Helianthemum caput-felis, Genista longipes) Análisis de riesgos hidrológicos en ramblas Reconstrucción histórica de inundaciones Cartografía de infraestructuras hidráulicas Aplicación de TIG a paisajes históricos Monitoreo de especies endémicas Ha participado en proyectos de investigación con administraciones públicas y empresas privadas, enfocados en: Conservación de flora endémica Inventario de patrimonio natural Previsión de riesgos geomorfológicos Su labor profesional incluye asesoría técnica en: Declaraciones de impacto ambiental Geomorfología del Castillo de Monóvar Valores culturales del Museo Municipal de Villajoyosa

Melissa Shieldsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Nuclear Medicine
• Medical Radiation Science
• Burnout in Healthcare Professionals
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Melissa Shields is a Lecturer in the School of Health Sciences within the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing at the University of Newcastle, Australia. She specializes in nuclear medicine education and research, training students in this diagnostic method that reveals functional organ processes rather than just anatomical structures, enabling earlier detection of conditions like stress fractures, heart disease, and cancer. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle BSci Med Radiation Technology & Nuclear Medicine Technology, University of Sydney Dr. Shields' research demonstrates how nuclear medicine detects problems earlier than traditional imaging methods by showing organ functionality. She advocates for broader patient access to nuclear medicine technologies regardless of financial capacity. Her teaching philosophy centers on helping students achieve those 'aha' moments when complex concepts become clear, and she finds deep satisfaction in mentoring the next generation of nuclear medicine professionals. Her recent publications reveal two dominant research themes: occupational burnout among nuclear medicine technologists and pandemic-related innovations in nuclear medicine education. Her burnout research examines systemic workplace challenges including staffing shortages, difficulty taking leave, and organizational factors affecting wellbeing. Her educational research explores alternative learning packages, clinical placement adaptations, and supervision models developed during the pandemic when students couldn't access traditional placements. Scientific Awards: 2024 Curium Award Winner, Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine 2024 Telix Award Winner, Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine Nominated for Teaching Excellence Award (2020) Dr. Shields' research on burnout aims to identify warning signs and develop practical strategies to address this complex issue requiring both organizational changes and individual coping mechanisms. Her work with students during the pandemic demonstrated remarkable adaptability as they developed innovative learning approaches when clinical placements were unavailable. She continues to balance her teaching responsibilities with active research while maintaining her goal of 'doing what I'm doing right now' as her primary professional focus.

• Pathological Chemistry
• Toxicological Chemistry
• Protein Modifications in Hyperglycemia
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Dr. Jelena M. Acimovic is a Research Associate at the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade. She holds a PhD in Chemical Sciences (2012) and has been active in academic roles since 2001. PhD: University of Belgrade (2012) Master's: University of Belgrade (2005) BSc: University of Belgrade (2000) Her research focuses on pathological and toxicological chemistry, with special emphasis on protein modifications in hyperglycemia and development of clinical analytical methods. She has participated in major projects including: HORIZON 2020 - FoodEnTwin (2018-2021) EU-funded Center of Excellence project (2010) UNDP/USAID collaboration - SARS-CoV-2 serological testing (2020) IMPTOX project on microplastics and environmental toxins (2021-2025) Her publication record (14+ articles) spans topics from methylglyoxal glycation studies to enzyme activity analysis. She maintains active involvement in the Serbian Chemical Society and Biochemical Society of Serbia.

• Climate Change and Sustainability
• Behavioral Science
• Environmental Policy
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Dr Charlotte A. Kukowski is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge, holding dual affiliations with the Cambridge Social Decision-Making Lab in the Department of Psychology and the Conservation Science Group in the Department of Zoology. Her interdisciplinary work bridges behavioral science and environmental sustainability to address urgent climate challenges. Her educational background includes: PhD from the University of Zurich Dr Kukowski specializes in behavior change for climate action, with core research on food choices, transportation, and climate policy support. She investigates how socioeconomic inequalities affect low-carbon behavior feasibility and how decision environments can be engineered to foster sustainable futures. Her approach integrates psychological theory with policy applications to develop equitable climate solutions, emphasizing that effective interventions must address structural inequalities alongside individual behavior. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals a dominant focus on self-control mechanisms in sustainable behavior, socioeconomic determinants of climate action, and the policy-behavior nexus. Her work demonstrates how choice architecture (e.g., nudges) can facilitate dietary shifts and transportation changes, while highlighting that inequality undermines behavior change feasibility—making policy interventions essential for net-zero transitions. Recent studies increasingly connect individual behavior with collective climate policy support. Dr Kukowski has not been publicly associated with any major scientific awards in available sources. No information is available regarding Dr Kukowski's graduate student advising or research grant funding. She actively contributes to two key research units: the Cambridge Social Decision-Making Lab (studying psychological foundations of social decisions) and the Conservation Science Group (an interdisciplinary team addressing biodiversity and sustainability). These dual affiliations enable her to approach climate behavior change through both psychological and ecological lenses, with recent work expanding into digital learning environments for sustainability education.

Ryan Stoaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cannabis Regulation
• Agricultural Policy
• Natural Resources Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ryan Stoa serves as an Associate Professor of Law at Southern University Law Center, where he teaches Property Law, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Civil Procedure, Administrative Law, Professional Responsibility, Environmental Law, and Natural Resources Law. His academic appointment places him within the Law Center as the primary academic unit of Southern University. Professor Stoa's research focuses on the intersection of agricultural policy, natural resources management, and regulatory frameworks, with particular emphasis on cannabis law and water governance. His scholarship demonstrates consistent evolution from international water resources management toward specialized analysis of marijuana industry regulation, expanding recently into psychedelics policy and urban legal studies. This trajectory reflects both scholarly depth in environmental systems and responsive adaptation to emerging regulatory landscapes. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in cannabis regulation (60% of output), environmental law (25%), and regulatory adaptation theory (15%). The work shows increasing sophistication in addressing equity implications within drug policy frameworks while maintaining technical rigor in regulatory compliance mechanisms. His scholarship bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical implementation challenges across multiple jurisdictions. Professor Stoa is the author of Craft Weed: Family Farming and the Future of the Marijuana Industry (MIT Press, 2018), which has established him as a leading academic voice in cannabis policy. His research has received significant media attention, appearing in The Wall Street Journal , The New Republic , Salon , and being featured in Rolling Stone , Wired , and Gizmodo . While specific grant funding and laboratory affiliations are not documented in available materials, his work demonstrates extensive engagement with practical regulatory implementation through case studies of OSHA standards, water governance in Haiti, and cannabis agricultural systems. His scholarship consistently addresses real-world compliance challenges faced by regulated entities across multiple industries.

Jane Parryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Changing workplaces and occupations
• Workforce inequalities
• Flexible, remote and hybrid working
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Jane Parry is an Associate Professor of Work and Employment at Southampton Business School, University of Southampton, who is currently seconded to the UK Parliament (2024-2026) as Thematic Research Lead in Business, Economics and Trade. Her research examines changing employment patterns, workforce inequalities, and flexible working arrangements, with significant contributions to post-pandemic work organization. Her research interests focus on changing workplaces and occupations , workforce inequalities , flexible, remote and hybrid working models , and the interaction of paid and unpaid work across individual lifecourses . Parry employs qualitative methodologies to investigate how employment structures are transforming within different occupations and how disadvantage manifests in labor markets, particularly through life course factors. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on post-pandemic work transformations, with significant attention to flexible work legislation, workplace rights, and the reorganization of work following the pandemic. Her research combines academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing both theoretical frameworks and practical applications for organizations and policymakers. Her notable achievements include: Being ranked as the highest-ranking academic in HR Magazine's influential thinkers list (2021) Serving on the BEIS working group on The Future of Work Leading the UKRI/ESRC-funded 'Work After Lockdown' project Conducting research for Acas on flexible working practices Jane Parry actively supervises PhD students and has secured approximately £1.5 million in research funding from various sources including the Economic and Social Research Council, Health and Safety Executive, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, and Department for Work and Pensions. She maintains strong connections with policy makers, having served as a Parliamentary Academic Fellow and regularly contributing to government consultations. She is affiliated with multiple research centers including the Centre for Research on Work and Organisations, Work Futures Research Centre (WFRC), and Centre for Behavioural Experimental Action and Research (C-BEAR), where she collaborates on interdisciplinary projects examining contemporary work issues.

• Emergency Medicine
• Surgery
• Clinical Medicine
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Nurdan Acar is a Professor at Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine. Her research focuses on clinical decision-making, critical care, and diagnostic challenges in emergency settings. Affiliation: Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine (Department of Emergency Medicine) Email: nn_ergun@ogu.edu.tr , nurdanergun@gmail.com Her work spans key areas in Emergency Medicine, including trauma, stroke, respiratory emergencies, and AI applications in clinical practice. Recent publications highlight her contributions to diagnostic accuracy in CT imaging, fluid therapy outcomes, and emergency management of cardiac and pulmonary conditions. Notable trends in her research include the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), evaluation of systemic inflammation in heart failure, and the impact of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also explores rare clinical cases, such as vocal cord paralysis and vaccine-induced myocarditis.

• Health Institutions Management
• Economic Development
• Sustainable Local Development
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Alper YALÇIN is a full-time Lecturer at Kafkas University's Kağızman Vocational School, Department of Management and Organization, specializing in Health Institutions Management. He has been serving in this academic position since 2010. His academic background includes a Master's degree in Business Administration from Atatürk University (2006-2008) and a BA in International Relations from Uludağ University (1992-1996). Dr. YALÇIN's research focuses on regional economic development, particularly in South Caucasus countries, sustainable local development models, health institutions management, and business environment analysis. His work frequently employs global indices like Legatum Welfare Index and Doing Business indicators to evaluate economic performance across different regions. His publication record shows a strong emphasis on regional economic analysis, with particular attention to South Caucasus countries, Turkey's agricultural sector, and local development models. His recent work (2021-2022) has concentrated on welfare indices, business environment analysis in African countries, and regional economic performance assessment. Dr. YALÇIN has taught a diverse range of courses including Health Legislation, Environmental Protection and Occupational Safety, Sports Tourism, Health Policies and Planning, and various economics-related subjects. His teaching reflects his interdisciplinary approach spanning health management, economics, and regional development. He has collaborated extensively with Sevda YALÇIN (34 joint works between 2012-2022), Kerem Karabulut (6 works between 2011-2016), and Kubilay Aras (3 works in 2018), indicating strong research partnerships focused on regional economic studies and sustainable development.

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Risk Analysis
• Health Education
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Dr. İsmail AKSİT is a Lecturer at Siirt University, Health Sciences Faculty, Occupational Health and Safety Department (2024–present). Previously served at Kafkas University, Sarıkamış Vocational School, Property Protection and Security Department (2019–2024) with full-time roles. PhD in Occupational Health and Safety (Iğdır University, 2022) MSc in Occupational Health and Safety (Iğdır University, 2018; Gaziantep University, 2016) MSc in Physics (Yüzüncü Yıl University, 2012) BSc in Physics (Yüzüncü Yıl University, 2009) Research focuses on occupational health systems, risk analysis, and regulatory compliance across diverse sectors (textile, logistics, healthcare, etc.). Collaborates with Bahri Gür (18 joint works), Okan Özbakır (3), and other multidisciplinary researchers. Publications emphasize safety education frameworks, emergency response, and sector-specific hazard mitigation. His scholarly output includes 1 journal article, 2 book chapters, and 29 conference papers, with metrics: 2 citations, h-index=1. Active in international congresses (Portugal, Mexico, Turkey) and contributes to sectoral safety literature (Nobel Academic Publishing, Duvar Publishing).