جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Shanthi Manianمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Development Economics
• Behavioral Economics
• Global Health
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Shanthi Manian is an Assistant Professor at Washington State University (WSU), holding dual appointments in the School of Economic Sciences and the Paul G. Allen School for Global Health. She is also an Extended Term Consultant with the Africa Gender Innovation Lab at the World Bank. Her research focuses on global health, gender inequality, and development economics, employing innovative methodologies such as randomized controlled trials (RCTs), lab-in-the-field experiments, and natural experiments. Dr. Manian’s education includes a PhD (2017) and MA (2014) from UC San Diego, and a BSFS from Georgetown University (2006). Her work examines vulnerable populations’ health decisions, gender discrimination in labor markets, and cognitive constraints among the poor. She has conducted fieldwork in Ethiopia, Kenya, the Philippines, Senegal, Uganda, and Mexico, collaborating with national governments, universities, and community organizations. Her research has been funded by USAID, the International Growth Centre (IGC), and the Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA). Her recent studies explore topics such as dog vaccination incentives to reduce rabies, health certification in sex markets, and discrimination’s impact on capital access in Ethiopia. She also investigates socioeconomic mobility in China and the effects of conflict on health behaviors in Mexico. Dr. Manian’s interdisciplinary approach bridges economics, public health, and gender studies, with a focus on evidence-based policy solutions for global development challenges.

• Musculoskeletal Health
• Evidence Synthesis
• Orthopedics
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Prof. Dr. Daniel Belavy is a Professor in the Physiotherapy Department at the Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Therapy Sciences, Hochschule Bochum (University of Applied Sciences Bochum). He specializes in musculoskeletal health with a focus on evidence synthesis, particularly in intervertebral disc health and chronic low back pain. His career includes a PhD in Rehabilitation Science (2007), a Humboldt Foundation post-doctoral fellowship (2007-2009), and roles as Associate Professor at Deakin University (2014-2021) and Honorary Full Professor (2021-2024). He completed his habilitation in 2021 at Cologne's German Sports University. Belavy has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles, with an h-index of 51 (Google Scholar) and holds editorial roles at Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy and BMJ Open Sports & Exercise Medicine . His research emphasizes exercise interventions, placebo effects, and precision diagnostics for musculoskeletal conditions. He has supervised 9 doctoral students and secured >€5.3M in research funding. Awards include the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship and recognition for his PhD thesis (Dean's List, UQ, 2007). His work spans clinical trials, systematic reviews, and AI-driven diagnostic approaches, aiming to bridge biomechanics, psychology, and clinical practice in musculoskeletal care.

Ranjita Misraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Health Disparities
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ranjita Misra, PhD, is a tenured Full Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the West Virginia University School of Public Health, serving as Director of the Public Health Training Center. Her work focuses on chronic disease prevention and management in rural and underserved communities globally, particularly diabetes and hypertension. She employs community participatory approaches, training community health workers and health coaches to address health disparities in Appalachia, Mexico, and India. Dr. Misra earned her PhD in Health Services from Old Dominion University and has secured funding from the NIH, CDC, and PCORI. Her research emphasizes culturally tailored interventions, including the Diabetes and Hypertension Self-Management Program and India’s Sevak Project. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and received numerous awards, including WVU’s WISH Advanced Career Award (2019) and Mentor Award (2016). Dr. Misra teaches courses on grant writing and public health program management and has mentored over 40 students and junior faculty. She leads national organizations like Eta Sigma Gamma and the South Asian Public Health Association, advocating for health equity and workforce development.

Andrew Kingsnorthمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Health
• Public Health
• Chronic Disease Management
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Dr. Andrew Kingsnorth is a Lecturer in Digital Health at Loughborough University's School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Sciences from the University of Birmingham, an MSc in Physical Activity and Public Health, and a PhD in Digital Health from Loughborough University. His post-doctoral career includes roles such as Research Associate at the Leicester Diabetes Centre, where he led NIHR, NIH, and EU-funded projects focused on wearable technology, diabetes research, and real-world evidence generation. His current research emphasizes leveraging wearable device data to improve health outcomes for populations at risk of chronic conditions and clinical populations. Key areas include physical activity monitoring, diabetes management, and respiratory health (e.g., COPD). Research interests span digital health interventions , wearable sensor technology , and chronic disease prevention . He has contributed to studies on the impact of physical activity on metabolic and inflammatory markers, glucose variability in diabetes, and the role of technology in behavior change. He is affiliated with the National Centre for Sport & Exercise Medicine and the Lifestyle for Health and Wellbeing research group. His work integrates large-scale datasets (e.g., UK Biobank) and clinical trials (e.g., PACES RCT) to advance understanding of movement behaviors and their health implications. Recent projects include analyzing accelerometer-derived physical activity metrics, evaluating telehealth glucose monitoring efficacy, and investigating socioeconomic determinants of diabetes technology adoption. He has collaborated on EU-funded research and led studies on long-term health effects of Long Covid and hypoglycemia risk stratification. Professional contributions include publications in high-impact journals and presentations at international conferences. His interdisciplinary approach bridges clinical practice, public health, and technological innovation to address global health challenges.

Nicola Paineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Medicine
• Public Health
• Exercise Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Nicola Paine is a Reader in Behavioural Medicine at Loughborough University, associated with the National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine (NCSEM). She holds a BSc (Hons) and PhD in Sport and Exercise Sciences from the University of Birmingham (2006–2013). Her postdoctoral training included roles at Duke University’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences and Concordia University’s Department of Exercise Science. In 2021, she received the prestigious Springboard Fellowship from the Academy of Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on the interplay between sedentary behavior, physical activity, psychological stress, and their impacts on inflammation, cardiovascular health, and occupational well-being. She has led studies examining work-related outcomes for truck drivers, the effects of outdoor adventure training, and interventions to improve medication adherence in asthma patients. Key themes in her work include stress physiology, occupational health, and translational behavioral medicine. Education: BSc (Hons), Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Birmingham (2006–2010) PhD, Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Birmingham (2011–2013) Research Interests: Dr Paine’s work explores how lifestyle factors (e.g., physical activity, sedentary behaviors) and psychosocial stressors influence physiological responses (e.g., inflammation, cardiovascular reactivity) in clinical and occupational populations. She investigates interventions to mitigate stress-related health risks, particularly in high-risk groups like truck drivers. Her studies often use mixed-methods approaches, combining physiological monitoring with behavioral and qualitative analyses. Key Trends in Publications: Recent work emphasizes the bidirectional relationship between sedentary behavior and inflammatory markers, the role of physical activity in modulating stress responses, and the design of workplace-based health interventions. She has conducted systematic reviews on topics like sedentary time and cardiometabolic risk, and her randomized controlled trials (e.g., the SHIFT trial for truck drivers) highlight practical applications of her research. Awards: Springboard Fellowship from the Academy of Medical Sciences (2021) Advising & Grants: Dr Paine leads the Lifestyle for Health and Wellbeing research group and has secured funding for collaborative projects on occupational health and stress physiology. Her advisory role includes supervising doctoral students exploring themes like psychological capital in workplace interventions. Labs & Teams: Her work is anchored in the NCSEM and the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough, where she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance translational research in behavioral medicine and public health.

• Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Nursing Research
• Women's Health
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Melanie Dembinsky is a Research Fellow in Nursing at Glasgow Caledonian University. Her work focuses on pelvic organ prolapse management, healthcare worker health, and clinical trial methodologies. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being. Her research spans obstetrics/gynecology, nursing research, and public health. Notable projects include the PEPPY trial evaluating pelvic floor muscle training combined with pessaries, and the SIREN cohort study tracking respiratory viruses among healthcare workers. Publications emphasize randomized controlled trials (RCTs), cost-effectiveness analyses, and pandemic-related research. She collaborates on projects funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research.

• Healthcare-associated Infections
• Infection Prevention
• Cost-effectiveness Analysis
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Sarkis Manoukian is a Senior Research Fellow at the Yunus Centre, Glasgow Caledonian University. His research focuses on healthcare-associated infections, cost-effectiveness analysis, and public health interventions. He leads and collaborates on projects addressing drug-related deaths in Scotland, mental health during the pandemic, and pelvic organ prolapse treatment efficacy. Key Projects: Program evaluation of Scotland's National Mission on Drug Deaths (PI/CoI) Impact of Social Policy on Mental Health of Young Adults during COVID-19 (PI) Recent work includes the TOPSY trial evaluating pessary self-management's clinical and cost-effectiveness, and studies on gender disparities in mental health. His articles explore healthcare economics, infection prevention, and community health interventions.

Marius Trøseidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Gut Microbiota
• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adjunct Professor Marius Trøseid is an academic leader at the University of Oslo's Research Institute for Internal Medicine, dual-affiliated with Oslo University Hospital. He specializes in clinical microbiota science, leading national and EU-funded studies like the Microbiota network and the EU SolidAct trial. His work bridges infectious diseases, immunology, and chronic inflammatory conditions, with a focus on gut microbiome interventions in HIV, heart failure, and post-COVID-19 complications. He pioneered sequencing-based microbiota profiling applied in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for probiotics, antibiotics, and lifestyle interventions. Recent efforts address SARS-CoV-2 through roles in the WHO Solidarity Trial and EU-RESPONSE network. Key projects include the GutHeart trial (microbiota in heart failure) and CoMicS study (HIV comorbidities). Research interests emphasize microbiota-cardiovascular/metabolic links, inflammation pathways, and translational clinical trials. Over 100+ publications span gut-brain-heart axes, cytokine profiling, and pandemic preparedness. He coordinates multi-center adaptive trials like Bari-SolidAct (baricitinib efficacy) and the first-in-human microbiota-based screening for anal cancer in HIV+ individuals.

Suzanne Hagenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Services Research
• Urology
• Pelvic Floor Disorders
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Suzanne Hagen is a Professor in Nursing and holds a personal Chair at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), where she is Deputy Director (GCU) of the NMAHP Research Unit. She also serves as an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing. Her research focuses on pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and the methodology of complex interventions, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and systematic reviews. Hagen obtained her PhD from GCU in 2006 and has led over 19 research projects, including studies on pessary care for prolapse and pelvic floor muscle training. She has authored/co-authored 143 publications, with a recent focus on self-management strategies for pelvic organ prolapse and cost-effectiveness analyses of clinical interventions. Key honors include Chartered Statistician status (1997) and her role as a statistical editor for the Cochrane Incontinence Review Group. Education: BSc (Hons) Mathematical Sciences, Paisley University (1988) MSc by Research, University of Aberdeen (1993) PhD, Glasgow Caledonian University (2006) Research Interests: Pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, clinical trial design, health outcomes measurement, and conservative interventions. Her work emphasizes improving patient-centered care through evidence-based practices. Recent Article Trends: Her recent publications highlight advancements in self-management techniques for pelvic organ prolapse, cost-effectiveness of pessary care, and qualitative insights into patient experiences with prolapse treatments. Collaborations span global institutions, focusing on women's health and chronic disease management. Awards & Grants: Over 19 research grants, including a National Institute for Health and Care Research-funded study on pelvic floor muscle training and pessary use. Key awards include her Chartered Statistician status and personal Chair (2009). Labs/Teams: Leads the Pelvic Health programme within the NMAHP Research Unit at GCU, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on translational research.

Johannes Rinckeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Finance
• Behavioral Economics
• Tax Compliance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Johannes Rincke is the Chair of Economic Policy at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). He holds a doctoral degree from the University of Göttingen (2006) and a habilitation from LMU Munich (2010). His academic journey includes research roles at ZEW Mannheim, University of Mannheim, and LMU Munich, with visiting positions at Carnegie Mellon University and Universitat Pompeu Fabra funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). His research focuses on the intersection of public finance and behavioral economics, emphasizing field experiments on compliance decisions (tax, public goods, corruption). Key interests include cheating prevention in education, donor behavior in charities, and gender dynamics in labor markets. Rincke’s work bridges theoretical models with real-world policy applications through experimental methods. Publications highlight contributions to understanding mechanisms driving tax morale, donor loyalty, and team interactions. His recent work explores remote work impacts, competition effects on moral behavior, and peer mentoring in online education. Rincke’s methodologies often involve randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and meta-analyses to validate findings across diverse contexts. His affiliations include the Chair of Economic Policy at FAU, where he leads research initiatives on policy design and behavioral interventions. Despite no listed awards, his extensive publication record and international collaborations reflect scholarly impact.

Cindy-Lee Dennisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Perinatal Mental Health
• Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy
• Public Health Interventions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cindy-Lee Dennis is a Professor at the University of Toronto and a Senior Scientist at the Lunenfeld-Tannenbaum Research Institute. She specializes in perinatal mental health, breastfeeding self-efficacy, and public health interventions. Her work includes leading large cohort studies like HeLTI Canada, a $17M global initiative addressing preconception to early childhood health. She has held research chairs such as the Heather Reisman Chair in Perinatal Nursing Research and is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. Her research spans maternal mental health, paternal health, and scalable mental health interventions for perinatal populations. Notable contributions include developing the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale and advocating for evidence-based care models. Affiliations: University of Toronto (Department of Psychiatry), Lunenfeld-Tannenbaum Research Institute, Sinai Health. Education: 2000–2002: Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of British Columbia 1999: PhD, University of Toronto 1995: MScN, University of Western Ontario 1991: BScN, University of Toronto Research Focus: Dr. Dennis’s work emphasizes rigorous evaluation of interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes. Key areas include perinatal mental health screening, breastfeeding promotion, and paternal health’s impact on child development. She has over 345 peer-reviewed publications with an h-index of 97 and led the HeLTI Canada study, part of a global consortium with the WHO to prevent childhood obesity and chronic diseases. Publications Trends: Recent work focuses on global maternal mental health prevalence (e.g., China studies), paternal preconception health, and scalable mental health interventions via telemedicine. Her research bridges epidemiology, clinical trials, and cross-cultural validation of assessment tools. Awards: Marcé Medal (2018) Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (2018) Multiple research chairs (Tier 2 CRC, Shirley Brown Chair, etc.) Grants/Advising: Funds include HeLTI Canada’s $17M grant. She advises on global maternal health policies and trains researchers in perinatal mental health. Her lab collaborates internationally on studies in Canada, South Africa, India, and China. Labs/Teams: Leads the Perinatal Mental Health Research Group at University of Toronto, focusing on translational research and global health equity.

Costas Meghirمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Development Economics
• Econometrics
• Economics of Education
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Costas Meghir is the Douglas A. Warner III Professor of Economics at Yale University, specializing in Development Economics, Econometrics, and Public Economics. He holds a Ph.D. from Manchester University and serves as a Fellow of multiple prestigious institutions. His research focuses on informal labor markets, family economics, human capital, and early childhood development (ECD), particularly through randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in developing countries and the U.S. He has contributed to designing cost-effective ECD interventions aimed at breaking intergenerational poverty cycles. Affiliations: Yale University, Department of Economics Editorial Roles: Co-editor of Econometrica and joint managing editor of the Economic Journal His recent work includes a study on preschool attendance in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya, examining how admitting 3-year-olds to preschool impacts child development and women’s labor participation. Preliminary findings highlight challenges in regular attendance due to holidays, levies, and school breaks. Awards: Ragnar Frisch Medal (2000), Bodosakis Foundation Prize (1997) His research also addresses caregiving models and policy interventions, emphasizing scalable solutions for marginalized communities. Grants and collaborations focus on interdisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate ECD programs.

Elizabeth Schroederمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applied Econometrics
• Policy Evaluation
• Behavioral Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Schroeder is an Associate Professor of Economics in the School of Public Policy at Oregon State University, affiliated with the Department of Applied Economics. Her research focuses on applied microeconometrics and development economics, emphasizing policy impacts of education, credit, and health interventions, as well as behavioral biases in decision-making and political communication. She holds a PhD from Georgetown University, an M.Sc. from the London School of Economics, and a B.A. from Yale University. Her academic career spans interdisciplinary research bridging behavioral economics and industrial organization, with notable contributions to understanding CEO biases in strategic decisions, microcredit effects in Bangladesh, and gender dynamics in economics education. Recent work explores nudge-based interventions to promote socioeconomic diversity in STEM fields. Dr. Schroeder’s publications analyze topics ranging from teacher incentives in the Gambia to advertising policies in international markets. Her research consistently applies rigorous econometric methods to real-world policy challenges, with a particular interest in developing economies and behavioral market dynamics. She advises no current students but maintains an active research agenda with grants focusing on policy evaluation and behavioral interventions. Her work is frequently cited in development and industrial organization literature, reflecting her commitment to bridging theoretical insights with practical policy solutions.

Jan Egil Stubberudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Rehabilitation
• Neuropsychology
• Psychiatric Disorders
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jan Egil Stubberud is a Professor in Clinical Neuropsychology at the University of Oslo, affiliated with the Department of Psychology. He holds concurrent roles as a Senior Scientist at Lovisenberg Diaconal Hospital and collaborates with institutions globally. His research focuses on cognitive rehabilitation, neuropsychological assessment, and interventions for psychiatric disorders, brain injuries, and cancer-related cognitive impairments. He leads several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) targeting executive dysfunction, fatigue, and cognitive recovery in populations including pediatric ABI survivors, cancer patients, and COVID-19 long-haulers. Education: PhD in Psychology (University of Oslo, 2011), Master’s (Aarhus University, 2002–2003), and Bachelor’s (University of Newcastle, 1999–2001). Professional credentials include Specialist in Clinical Neuropsychology (2011). Research Interests: Cognitive remediation therapies, neuropsychological aspects of brain injury and psychiatric disorders, neurofeedback, and the interplay between sleep, depression, and cognition. He has pioneered Goal Management Training (GMT) interventions for diverse clinical groups. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles (2024 highlights include work on cognitive rehabilitation post-COVID, pediatric ABI outcomes, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders). His research bridges clinical practice and neuroscience, emphasizing real-world functional improvements. Awards: Co-author Best Poster Prize (ESCAP22), Guthkelch Research Award finalist, and recognition for contributions to neuropsychological methodology. Teaching: Courses in clinical neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, and practical training for psychology students. Collaborations: Partnerships with Haukeland University Hospital, NORMENT, and international institutions like King’s College London and Mount Sinai Hospital (USA). Labs/Teams: Leads the Clinical Neuroscience Research Group (CNRG) at the University of Oslo, focusing on translational research in cognitive dysfunction.

Anjana Bhatمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Motor Development
• Physical Therapy Interventions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anjana Bhat is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Delaware, with a joint appointment in the Behavioral Neuroscience Program and the Biomechanics & Movement Sciences Graduate Program. She leads the Move2Learn Autism Lab, focusing on creative movement interventions to improve motor, social, and cognitive skills in individuals with autism. Her work integrates neuroscience, behavioral analysis, and technology-driven therapies. Education: PhD in Biomechanics and Movement Science, University of Delaware (2005) MS PT in Pediatric Neurology, L.T.M. Medical College, Mumbai (1999) BS PT, L.T.M. Medical College, Mumbai (1993) Research Interests: Motor development in autism, embodied interventions (yoga, dance, robotics), neuroimaging (fNIRS), telehealth delivery of therapies, and multisystem outcomes in neurodevelopmental disorders. Her lab emphasizes randomized controlled trials and mixed-methods approaches. Awards & Grants: Livieri Endowed Professorship (2014) NIH/NIMH R33 Award ($700,969, 2011–2014) Autism Speaks Pilot Treatment Award ($120,000, 2012–2014) Service & Leadership: Editorial board member of the Journal of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics , grant reviewer for NIH and Autism Speaks, and chair of the Motor Development program committee at NASPSPA. She has advised over 100 students and contributed to policy discussions on pediatric therapy delivery. Labs & Teams: Move2Learn Autism Lab (UD), collaborations with Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Research focuses on fNIRS-based cortical activation studies during social interactions and movement synchrony tasks.