جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Public Health
• Health Services Research
• Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
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Dr. Wenbo Peng is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Public Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in public health and health services research. She leads data linkage projects focused on lifestyle impacts on cardiovascular disease prevention and diabetes care. Her expertise includes systematic reviews, large-scale data analysis, and epidemiological study design. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine from Hebei Medical University and a PhD from UTS, complemented by a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching and Learning. Research interests span cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, women's health, and program evaluation. Notable recent work explores lifestyle interventions for stroke survivors, cultural empathy in diabetes education, and biomarkers for kidney disease progression. Dr. Peng has secured grants for projects such as evaluating the National Diabetes Services Scheme and investigating healthy lifestyle impacts on stroke rehabilitation. She serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Public Health and has received the NSW Cardiovascular Research Network Professional Development Award. Teaching responsibilities include coordinating courses in Biostatistics and Epidemiology, with a focus on enhancing rural healthcare education through outreach programs. Her supervisory roles involve guiding research on social support in pregnancy and traditional Chinese medicine use in arthritis management.

• Healthcare Operations
• Stochastic Optimization
• Medical Decision Making
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Nan Kong is Professor of Biomedical Engineering with a joint appointment in the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University. His research develops operations research and machine learning methods for healthcare delivery optimization. Education credentials: PhD in Industrial Engineering from University of Pittsburgh (2006) MEng in Operations Research from Cornell University (2000) BS in Automation from Tsinghua University (1999) Research focuses on stochastic optimization for healthcare resource allocation, Markov decision processes for clinical decision support, and machine learning applications in public health. Key application areas include trauma systems, nursing home operations, opioid epidemic response, and pandemic control. Publications demonstrate methodological innovations in stochastic programming, Markov modeling, and hybrid AI-optimization approaches. Recent work addresses EMS drone deployment, nursing home staffing under COVID, and opioid overdose prediction. Laboratory affiliations include Purdue's healthcare engineering initiatives. Research collaborations span clinical institutions and public health agencies.

Jacquelyn McMillian-Bohlerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Nursing Education
• Health Equity
• Maternal Health
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Dr. Jacquelyn McMillian-Bohler is an Associate Clinical Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Innovation and Evaluation at Duke University School of Nursing. She holds leadership roles including Director for Educational Excellence and specializes in nursing education reform, competency-based curricula, and health equity initiatives. Research focuses on transformative nursing education through innovative pedagogies like clinical storytelling and rapid simulations. Significant work addresses perinatal equity, particularly Black maternal mortality reduction through doula programs and policy advocacy. Additional expertise includes adapting chronic care models for women with HIV and developing gender-affirming care protocols. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on health equity, particularly in maternal outcomes and LGBTQ+ healthcare. Recent work explores AI competency development and bias mitigation in healthcare research. Grants include HRSA-funded mobile health training and leadership development programs. Awards recognize teaching excellence (Faculty Excellence in Teaching 2020) and research contributions (Sigma Theta Tau Research Award 2019). Teaches courses including Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family and DNP project mentorship.

Kevin Lindsey Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiology
• Electrophysiology
• Health Disparities
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Kevin Lindsey Thomas is the Donald F. Fortin, M.D. Distinguished Professor of Cardiology and Professor of Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine. He also serves as Vice Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. His academic journey includes a 1999 M.D. from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, followed by residency and fellowships at Duke University. His research focuses on cardiovascular health disparities, electrophysiology, and equitable healthcare access, particularly among underrepresented populations. Notable contributions include studies on racial disparities in implantable defibrillator use and the VIVID trial addressing decision-making support for Black patients. He holds leadership roles in the Duke Clinical Research Institute and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications. His scientific awards include the 2024 Duke Distinguished Professorship and the Donald F. Fortin Chair. Thomas leads initiatives to advance DEI in academic medicine through programs like ADVANCE-UP and collaborates on grants funded by NHLBI and NIH. He has been featured in news for his work on equitable healthcare and reducing workplace mistreatment in cardiology. Current research explores health outcomes in HIV-positive patients and the impact of colchicine on arrhythmias post-ablation.

Lori Beamanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Development Economics
• Labor Markets
• Agricultural Technology Adoption
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Lori Beaman is a Professor in the Department of Economics at Northwestern University, affiliated with the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a PhD from Yale University (2007) and is an associate editor of the Journal of Development Economics. Her research focuses on social networks in labor markets, agricultural technology adoption, and women's mobility. She has received a National Science Foundation Early Career Development grant and collaborates with institutions like the National Bureau of Economic Research and the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab. Education: PhD in Economics, Yale University (2007). Research Interests: Role of social networks in labor market outcomes Impact of agricultural technology adoption in developing economies Gender equity and mobility challenges Refugee displacement and policy interventions Recent work explores refugee return mechanisms in conflict zones, network-driven technology diffusion in Mali and Malawi, and youth empowerment programs in Liberia. Her articles highlight themes of policy design leveraging network structures and gender-disaggregated outcomes. Grants/Awards: National Science Foundation Early Career Development grant Affiliate roles with NBER and J-PAL Labs/Teams: Active collaborator with global development research networks, including field experiments on savings groups, credit markets, and agricultural interventions.

Ailsa Cameronمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health and Social Care
• Qualitative Research
• Longitudinal Research
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Professor Ailsa Cameron holds the position of Professor of Health and Social Care at the University of Bristol’s School for Policy Studies. Her expertise lies in qualitative research methodologies, particularly in longitudinal studies, in-depth case analyses, and mixed methods approaches applied to health and social care provision. She focuses on themes such as aging, social integration, and the effectiveness of social care systems, with a notable emphasis on vulnerable populations like the elderly and homeless individuals. Her work interrogates the gaps between research evidence and practical policy implementation, particularly in adult social care contexts. Education: B.A. (Exeter University), M.Sc. (London School of Economics). Research Interests: Professor Cameron’s research explores the intersection of health and social care systems, emphasizing service accessibility, volunteer contributions to care frameworks, and the impact of policies on marginalized groups. Key areas include: Evaluation of Meals on Wheels programs and their role in supporting isolated individuals Analysis of housing-with-care models and their effects on loneliness Investigation into homelessness among autistic individuals Critical assessment of volunteer-based solutions in social care sustainability Her publications frequently highlight systemic challenges in integrating health and social care, advocating for evidence-based policies that prioritize user-centered approaches. Collaborations include projects with organizations like the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and interdisciplinary teams within the School for Policy Studies. Labs/Teams: Actively involved with the School for Policy Studies’ research clusters focusing on aging, social policy, and qualitative methodologies.

Joz Motmansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Gender Studies
• Transgender Health
• Sexual Diversity
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Prof. Dr. Joz Motmans serves as a guest professor in Gender Studies at Ghent University's Centre for Research on Gender and Culture, where he teaches "Gender & Diversity" in the Master of Arts in Gender and Diversity program. Concurrently, he works as a senior expert & scientific staff member at the University Hospital of Ghent, coordinating Belgium's central information and expertise center on trans issues ( www.transgenderinfo.be ). His educational background includes an MA in Clinical Psychology (Ghent University, 1999), a postgraduate in Women's Studies (University of Antwerp, 2002), and a PhD in Social Sciences (University of Antwerp, 2010). Motmans specializes in transgender health research , with focus areas including gender transition processes, workplace inclusion for transgender individuals, voice modification, pediatric transgender healthcare, and intersex/DSD issues. His methodology emphasizes quantitative surveys alongside qualitative approaches, examining contemporary gender issues primarily within the Belgian and Western European context. His recent publications reveal strong thematic concentration on transgender healthcare access, workplace transition support, voice-related challenges, and pediatric gender services evolution. These works appear in journals including International Journal of Transgender Health and BMJ Open , demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration across medical, psychological, and sociological domains. As a co-founder and current President of the European Professional Association for Transgender Health (EPATH), Motmans plays a leadership role in advancing transgender healthcare standards across Europe. His research portfolio includes significant projects such as TRANSFORM (2020-2022), the Study on Transgender People in the EU (2019-2020), and the IDEM information platform on variations in sex characteristics (2017-2019). His work spans multiple research teams including the Transgender Infopunt initiative and interdisciplinary collaborations addressing intersex healthcare needs. Current projects focus on post-pandemic transgender healthcare impacts, transgender youth support systems, and medical care for individuals with differences of sex development.

• Reproductive Health Equity
• Public Health
• Maternal Health
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Anu Manchikanti Gómez is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley School of Social Welfare and director of the Sexual Health and Reproductive Equity (SHARE) Program. Her work focuses on sexual and reproductive health equity, using participatory methods to address systemic inequities in maternal and reproductive health. She leads initiatives such as the Abundant Birth Project, evaluating guaranteed income programs for Black-identified pregnant individuals, and studies contraceptive misinformation on TikTok. Education: Ph.D. in Public Health (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2010), MSc in Demography (London School of Economics, 2002). Research interests include birth equity, contraceptive access, and the impact of structural racism on health outcomes. Her projects often involve community partnerships, such as the SisterWeb doula care evaluation and pharmacist-prescribed contraception studies in rural California. Key articles address topics like income supplementation’s impact on birth outcomes, community doula care effectiveness, and barriers to pharmacist-prescribed contraception. Awards include the 2024 Society of Family Planning Beacon of Science Award and the 2022 Robert Wood Johnson Health Equity Award. She has advised numerous students and secured grants from NIH, Arnold Ventures, and RWJF. The SHARE Program collaborates with organizations to advance reproductive justice through policy-informed research and community-driven solutions.

Kristina Lovatoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immigration Policy
• Child Welfare
• Latinx Populations
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Dr. Kristina Lovato is an Assistant Professor of Social Welfare at the University of California, Berkeley, where she serves as Director of the Center on Immigration and Child Welfare (CICW) and a member of the Latinx & Democracy Cluster. Her research focuses on the intersection of immigration enforcement, child welfare systems, and Latinx family well-being. Education: PhD in Social Welfare, University of California, Los Angeles MSW, San Francisco State University BA in Sociology/Anthropology, St. Mary’s College of California Dr. Lovato employs critical theoretical frameworks and intersectional qualitative methodologies to examine immigration policy impacts on vulnerable youth, forced family separation, and culturally responsive interventions. Her work prioritizes equity for families regardless of legal status. Research trends show sustained focus on: Migration trauma and mental health Child welfare system reform Latinx family resilience Bilingual research tools Policy advocacy Critical race perspectives Scientific Awards: NIH R01 Grant (Co-PI) for Sibling Prosocial Relationship Questionnaire Hellman Fellowship (UC Berkeley) Emerging Poverty Fellows Award (University of Wisconsin) Faculty Ethics Research Award (CSULB) Professional Development Grant (National Research Center on Hispanic Children) Dr. Lovato has secured over $3 million in research funding and mentored undergraduate/graduate students through programs like UC Berkeley's FMURF. She serves on the Families in Society editorial board and teaches multilevel social work practice courses.

Lori Quinnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Therapy
• Neurorehabilitation
• Motor Learning and Control
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Lori Quinn serves as Associate Professor and Department Chair of Biobehavioral Sciences at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she also directs the Graduate Program in Motor Learning and Control. She holds adjunct appointments at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Cardiff University, and maintains active clinical research collaborations across neurodegenerative disease centers. Education: Ed.D. in Movement Science, Teachers College, Columbia University (1996) Ed.M. in Movement Science, Teachers College, Columbia University (1994) M.A. in Movement Science, Teachers College, Columbia University (1993) B.S. in Physical Therapy, University of Connecticut (1989) Research Focus: Dr. Quinn pioneers evidence-based physical interventions for Huntington's and Parkinson's diseases, specializing in task-specific training, motor learning adaptations in neurological disorders, and wearable technology for physical activity monitoring. Her work bridges clinical decision-making frameworks with movement analysis to optimize rehabilitation outcomes, emphasizing real-world implementation through telehealth and community-based programs. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) health equity research addressing racial disparities in Parkinson's care through community-participatory methods, (2) technology-enhanced interventions using wearables and telehealth for exercise prescription in neurodegeneration, and (3) development of disease-specific clinical decision tools for Huntington's management. These intersect with her foundational work on motor learning mechanisms. Scientific Recognition: Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association (FAPTA) Mentorship and Funding: Dr. Quinn secures competitive grants from the Parkinson's Foundation, Michael J. Fox Foundation, and Jacques and Gloria Gossweiler Foundation totaling over $500,000, focusing on exercise interventions for HD/PD and healthcare access. She actively mentors doctoral researchers like Nia Mensah in cerebral palsy activity monitoring, and leads multi-institutional teams evaluating dance therapy, telehealth delivery, and outcome measure validation. Research Infrastructure: She directs the Neurorehabilitation Research Lab (NRL), which integrates biomechanics, clinical assessment, and community engagement to study physical activity patterns, balance mechanisms, and intervention efficacy across neurodegenerative conditions, collaborating with Columbia University Medical Center, Washington Heights/Inwood communities, and European Huntington's Disease Network.

Robyn Faryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Osteoarthritis
• Telehealth
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Management
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Associate Professor Robyn Fary is a faculty member at Curtin University's Curtin School of Allied Health within the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD, GradDipManipTher, and BAppSc(Physio). Her research focuses on osteoarthritis management, telehealth applications in healthcare, and service delivery models for rheumatoid arthritis. She coordinates the physiotherapy Honours program and supervises postgraduate students. Her research interests include musculoskeletal pain pathways, stroke rehabilitation, and telehealth efficacy. Key studies involve validation of balance assessment tools, decision-making processes in stroke care, and patient experiences with workers' compensation systems. Notable contributions include evaluating e-learning programs for physiotherapists and investigating breast size impacts on musculoskeletal health. Her publication record spans 20 years, emphasizing occupational health, geriatric care, and rheumatology. She has collaborated on projects addressing pelvic girdle pain management, telehealth validity, and dancer-specific musculoskeletal risks. Her work integrates clinical practice with educational initiatives to improve healthcare workforce readiness. Dr. Fary's contributions extend to curriculum development through e-learning tools targeting rheumatoid arthritis management. Her research bridges clinical innovation and policy implementation, particularly in interdisciplinary healthcare settings.

Lorna Montgomeryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Adult Safeguarding
• Mental Health
• Bereavement
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Professor Lorna Montgomery is a faculty member at Queen’s University Belfast’s School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work. Her academic career spans over a decade, with a focus on adult safeguarding, mental health, and cross-cultural social work practices. She has held leadership roles including Programme Director for the Bachelor of Social Work undergraduate program and Director of Practice Learning. Her research emphasizes co-production methodologies, particularly in Uganda, exploring issues like elder abuse, bereavement, and culturally competent interventions. Montgomery’s professional background includes 20 years as a social worker in mental health, adult safeguarding, and NGO work in Uganda. She has led or contributed to 10+ research projects, including the ‘MED-AGE’ interdisciplinary program and trauma-informed practice initiatives. Her teaching spans social work skills, therapeutic interventions, and mental health pathways at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Key research interests include adult safeguarding policies, welfare inequalities, and institutional abuse in Northern Ireland. She has published widely on topics such as care transitions for older adults, caregiver burden in Uganda, and the implementation of trauma-informed approaches. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health, education, and inequality reduction. Grants/Projects: MED-AGE (2023–present), Trauma-Informed Practice (2018–present), Ugandan Caregiver Support (2020–2022) Awards: 2021 Learning & Development Award, Queen’s Teaching Award, and multiple project-based recognitions Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Centre for Inclusion, Transformation and Equality (CITE) and the Centre for Technological Innovation, Mental Health and Education (TIME)

Nicole Gleghorneمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Quantitative Methods
• Educational Interventions
• Child Development
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Nicole Gleghorne is a Research Fellow at Queen's University Belfast's School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work. Her work focuses on improving outcomes for children and young people through quantitative research methods, with emphasis on educational interventions, social inequalities, and administrative data analysis. Her research portfolio includes ESRC-funded projects analyzing education and social work outcomes in Northern Ireland, as well as global initiatives like the £2m NIHR Global Health Research Group partnering with UNICEF. Notable projects involve longitudinal analysis of education datasets, early childhood development in conflict-affected regions, and welfare inequalities in social services. Key research themes include: Quantitative evaluation of educational interventions Socioeconomic disparities in child development Administrative data utilization in policy-making Global early childhood programs in LMICs Recent work highlights include: Analysis of 2018/19 education outcomes using EOL datasets Timor-Leste pre-school impact studies Adult safeguarding referral patterns in Northern Ireland Her contributions bridge academia and policy, with active participation in international summits and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Jeff Breckonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical Activity Promotion
• Motivational Interviewing
• Health Behavior Change
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Prof Jeff Breckon is Associate Dean (Research & Innovation) at Teesside University's School of Health and Life Sciences. With a PhD in Exercise Psychology, he leads a 55-member research team and manages £4m annual research income. His expertise focuses on physical activity behavior change using Motivational Interviewing (MI) and cognitive-behavioral techniques. Over £3.5m of his career research funding comes from grants like the NIHR-funded £1.2m PA Booster project targeting sedentary populations. He has trained 3,500+ health professionals in MI and currently holds £1.2m in Innovate UK/NHMRC grants. Key Roles : Associate Dean, MINT Network Member, Chartered Exercise Psychologist Grants : NIHR (£1.2m PA Booster), AHSN (£345k NHS Workplace Wellbeing) Consultancy : £250k in workforce development projects Research interests include MI integration into clinical and workplace settings, pandemic impacts on physical activity, and BAME community health equity. He has supervised 10 completed PhDs and 5 ongoing students, with 15 doctoral exam participations. Notable outputs include over 80 invited keynotes and 59 peer-reviewed publications across behavioral interventions and qualitative studies. Labs/Teams: Leads the Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre and collaborates with NHS trusts, Innovate UK, and international partners like Makerere University. Current initiatives include MedWalk dementia prevention trials and NHS workplace wellbeing programs.

• Infectious Diseases
• Tropical Medicine
• Malaria Vaccines
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Samuel J. McConkey serves as Professor and Head of the Department of International Health and Tropical Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), University of Medicine and Health Sciences, while also holding the position of Deputy Dean for International Curriculum Development. He maintains a dual clinical role as Consultant in General Medicine, Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Beaumont Hospital Dublin and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, Ireland. M.B. B.Ch. B.A.O in Medicine from Trinity College, Dublin (1989) M.D. from Trinity College Dublin (2002) Master of Arts in Mathematics and Statistics from Washington University in St. Louis (2000) D.T.M. & H. (Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene) from Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (1993) Diploma in Child Health from University College Dublin (1992) Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (1992) Professor McConkey's research spans infectious disease prevention and control in resource-poor settings, with particular emphasis on malaria vaccines, tuberculosis elimination strategies, and HIV-related complications. His work integrates clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and social science approaches to address global health challenges through vaccine development, immunity studies, and investigations into health-related stigma. His recent publications reveal a strategic focus on pandemic response (particularly COVID-19 immunity and healthcare adaptations), tuberculosis control in low-incidence countries, and HIV-associated cardiovascular complications. Notably, he has increasingly integrated educational research with clinical practice, examining medical student learning during crises and cross-cultural feedback-seeking behaviors across multiple international contexts. Scientific Advisory Committee of European Vaccine Initiative Former Chair of Scientific Advisory Committee of European Malaria Vaccine Initiative (2007-2009) Member of Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA), Ireland's national regulator for medical and social care Chairperson of cross-border implementation board for Sexual Health services in Ireland Professor McConkey has supervised doctoral research on malaria epidemiology, vaccine development, and refugee health screening. His extensive grant portfolio demonstrates leadership in international health research, with funding from Health Research Board, European Vaccine Initiative, Gilead Sciences, and Enterprise Ireland. His projects span vaccine trials, tuberculosis control strategies, HIV care optimization, and healthcare system strengthening in resource-limited settings, reflecting a commitment to translating research into practical healthcare solutions. As co-leader of RCSI's Population Health and Healthcare Delivery vertical theme, Professor McConkey has established collaborative networks across Ireland, The Gambia, and international research consortia. His leadership in the Dublin City HIV Cohort and tuberculosis research programs demonstrates substantial capacity for building multidisciplinary clinical research teams focused on both infectious disease management and healthcare system improvement.