جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Quinn Webberمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Behavioural ecology
• Disease ecology
• Conservation biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Quinn Webber is an Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph's Department of Integrative Biology, College of Biological Science. His research focuses on the causes and consequences of animal behavior, particularly in bats and caribou. He examines how individual behavioral variation and environmental factors influence fitness and disease outcomes, leveraging contemporary statistical methods to analyze ecological scales. His work contributes to One Health initiatives and species conservation. Research Interests: Behavioral ecology of bats and caribou Disease ecology and pathogen transmission Spatial ecology and habitat selection Conservation biology and species management Integration of social and spatial behavior Lab Environment: The lab emphasizes collaborative learning, with weekly meetings, writing groups, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Recent achievements include student publications, scholarship awards (e.g., NSERC, Vanier), and ongoing projects on behavioral aging, migration, and microbial transmission. Follow lab activities via Instagram (@uog_web_lab) or Bluesky (@qwebber.bsky.social). Grants & Advising: Mentors graduate students in PhD/Master's programs, focusing on behavioral ecology and conservation. Lab members have secured notable scholarships, reflecting strong mentorship and research impact. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Integrative Biology, collaborating on multi-layer social network analyses and telemetry data applications. The lab prioritizes EDI initiatives to foster inclusive research environments.

Amy K. Winterمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Measles & Rubella Immunity
• Serological Data Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amy K. Winter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at the University of Georgia's College of Public Health. Her research focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, particularly measles and rubella immunity, leveraging serological data and epidemiological modeling to inform public health policies. She has contributed to studies assessing vaccine introduction impacts, outbreak risk prediction, and vaccination coverage gaps in low-resource settings. Her work emphasizes policy-relevant questions and collaborations with global health organizations. Key research interests include: 1) Measles/Rubella Elimination Strategies, 2) Seroprevalence Analysis, 3) Vaccination Program Effectiveness, and 4) Global Health Policy. She has conducted fieldwork in Zambia, India, Madagascar, and Pakistan, addressing challenges such as immunity gaps in childbearing-age populations and seasonal vaccination disparities. Recent publications highlight her focus on multi-pathogen serosurveillance systems, cost-effectiveness of elimination strategies, and the role of serology in pandemic response (e.g., COVID-19). While no specific scientific awards are listed, her work has been widely cited in high-impact journals like The Lancet and Science. Dr. Winter collaborates with institutions like WHO and contributes to modeling efforts for vaccine delivery optimization. Her research bridges quantitative methods with real-world public health challenges, aiming to improve disease control and equity in global health systems.

• Chemical Ecology
• Invasive Species
• Social Insects
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric Darrouzet is a Lecturer-researcher at the University of Tours, affiliated with the Insect Biology Research Institute (IRBI, UMR CNRS 7261) and the Professional Agrosciences Department. He specializes in chemical ecology, particularly focusing on social insects like the Asian hornet ( Vespa velutina nigrithorax ), invasive species dynamics, and the development of selective control tools. His administrative roles include director of the Professional Agrosciences Department and responsibility for the Master 1 Agrosciences program. Research Themes: Chemical communication in social insects, multi-trophic relationships, invasive species impact, and ecological control methods. Teaching: Physiology, microbiology, animal production, and communication techniques in professional licenses and masters. Public Engagement: Maintains websites ( frelonasiatique.univ-tours.fr ) and a YouTube channel ( YouTube ) to disseminate research on hornets and insect constructions. His work on the Asian hornet includes studies on its biology, thermal tolerance, venom composition, and control strategies. Collaborations include roles in the ADAPIC steering committee and CS3D scientific board. Research outputs span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on chemical ecology, invasive species management, and insect behavior.

Corliss Beanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Positive Youth Development
• Sport and Physical Activity
• Postpartum Women's Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Corliss Bean is an Associate Professor in Brock University's Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. She directs the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport and focuses on leveraging sport and physical activity to promote psychosocial and physical development in youth, postpartum women, and at-risk populations. Her work emphasizes community partnerships for program design and evaluation. Education: PhD in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2017) MA in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2013) BSc (Honours) in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2011) Research Interests: Positive youth development Postpartum physical activity Knowledge translation in sport programs Girls/women in sport Behavior change strategies Sport evaluation methodologies Awards: 2025 Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Research Excellence Award Advising & Grants: Dr. Bean oversees graduate student research and leads the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport , which focuses on translational research. She collaborates with organizations to design interventions addressing health equity and program efficacy. Labs/Teams: Directs the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport and collaborates with the Centre for Sport Capacity and the Youth Research & Evaluation eXchange.

Linda Tuncay Zayerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transformative Consumer Research
• Gender and Advertising
• Consumer Culture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Linda Tuncay Zayer is a Professor of Marketing and the John F. Smith, Jr. Chair in Business Administration at the Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago, where she also serves as Department Chair. Her scholarly work bridges academia, industry, and nonprofit sectors with a focus on transformative perspectives in marketing. Research Interests: Her research explores the intersections of gender, advertising, consumer culture, and well-being. Key areas include transformative advertising, gender and media representation, storytelling, social media, sustainability, and healthcare marketing. She employs a transformative consumer research lens to examine issues of equity, justice, and social change. Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on gender inclusivity in advertising, the role of storytelling beyond academia, and the application of intersectional and transformative frameworks to marketing and consumer behavior. She frequently collaborates with an international network of scholars on topics related to gender justice, marketplace rituals, and digital consumer identity. Scientific Awards: Honorable Mention/Finalist recognition for Best Article of the Year Award, Journal of Advertising Advising, Grants, and Professional Engagement: While specific students are not listed, her role as a professor and frequent co-author indicates active mentorship. She has received research grants from the American Academy of Advertising and the Association for Consumer Research (Transformative Consumer Research Grant). She is deeply engaged in professional service, serving on editorial boards for journals including Journal of Advertising , Journal of Consumer Psychology , and Advertising & Society Quarterly , and on the policy board for Journal of the Association for Consumer Research . She also serves on advisory boards for the Association of National Advertisers’ SeeHer initiative, GENMAC, and the UN PRME working group on SDG#5 Gender Equality. Labs and Centers: While not directly affiliated with a specific lab, her work is connected to broader institutional initiatives at Quinlan School of Business such as the Lab for Applied Artificial Intelligence and the focus on responsible innovation, reflecting her interdisciplinary and socially impactful approach.

Richard Reinaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Diving physiology and ecology of sea turtles and penguins
• Marine conservation biology
• Effects of secondary salinisation on amphibians
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Richard Reina is a Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at Monash University. His research focuses on diving physiology of marine megafauna, stress responses in sharks and rays, and marine conservation biology. He has led over 46 research projects, including studies on Australian fur seals, little penguins, and sea turtle conservation. Notable grants include funding from Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment and Sea World Research & Rescue Foundation Inc. His research interests span ecological physiology, climate change impacts on wildlife, and the effects of fisheries on marine life. Key areas include the use of drones for non-invasive wildlife monitoring and mitigating stress in captured elasmobranchs. Reina received the Award for Exceptional Educational Service to the Faculty of Science (2021) and has collaborated globally on projects addressing marine debris, penguin ecology, and turtle nesting behaviors. He advises on conservation strategies for endangered species and integrates technology like UAVs to enhance field research. Current projects include studying marine debris impacts on Australian fur seals and environmental changes affecting little penguins in enclosed bays. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life below water and climate action.

• Hydrobiology
• Water Management
• Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefan Schmutz is a full Professor at the Institute of Hydrobiology and Water Management within the Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He served as Institute Director during 2010-2018 and 2023, and Deputy Director from 2019-2022, maintaining active research leadership. His work addresses critical river management challenges at the intersection of energy production and ecological conservation. Education: Schmutz completed his PhD ("promotion") in 1995 followed by habilitation in 1997. Earlier career milestones include visiting professorships at Oregon State University (2005), Polytechnical University of Virginia (2002), and Cornell University (2000), establishing his international expertise in aquatic systems. Research Interests: His primary focus is on hydrobiological impacts of hydropeaking (rapid flow fluctuations from hydropower) on fish populations, particularly cyprinid species and endangered sturgeon. Key areas include larval stranding mechanisms , ecological flow requirements (e-flows), and sustainable river management . He develops decision support systems for hydropower mitigation and conducts historical reconstructions of river ecosystems to inform restoration. His work bridges field studies, experimental modeling, and policy implementation across European river basins. Publication Trends: Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals persistent emphasis on hydropeaking frequency effects on cyprinid larvae stranding, sustainable hydropower frameworks, and European river restoration challenges. He frequently collaborates on EU projects (LIFE, AQUACROSS) and publishes in high-impact journals like Environmental Management and Ecohydrology. Recent work combines experimental larval stranding studies global dam impact reviews species-specific conservation (Huchen/Danube salmon) policy analysis for the Nature Restoration Law Austrian freshwater biodiversity crisis documentation interdisciplinary doctoral program development to address energy-conservation conflicts. Scientific Awards: No specific awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Schmutz has supervised university theses though student names aren't listed. He leads or participates in extensive grant-funded projects totaling 82 at BOKU, secured from major sources including European Union (LIFE Boat, Hydropower For You, SHUI-ChE) Austrian Science Fund (FWF) national ministries international organizations (Mekong River Commission) His projects directly address fish stranding, sturgeon conservation, and hydropower mitigation with field applications across Austria, Europe, and the Lower Mekong. Labs and Teams: Based at BOKU's Institute of Hydrobiology and Water Management, Schmutz collaborates with hydrology, climate science, and engineering teams. His experimental work utilizes river flumes and monitoring sites along the Danube/Mur rivers, while the FWF Doctoral Program "Industrialisierte Flusslandschaften" represents his interdisciplinary academic leadership. Current projects like LIFE Boat involve transnational networks with European environmental agencies.

• Applied Ecology
• Biodiversity
• Terrestrial Ecosystems
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pat White is an Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University , affiliated with the School of Applied Sciences and Centre for Conservation and Restoration Science . He joined the university in 2013 as a Lecturer in Environmental Biology after completing his PhD at the University of Reading and postdoctoral work at the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT). Education: BSc in Ecological Sciences, University of Edinburgh (2001-2005) PhD in Agri-environmental Research, University of Reading (2005-2009) Pat's research focuses on applied ecology , conservation biology , and innovative survey methodologies . He has pioneered the use of robotics and autonomous systems in ecological monitoring, particularly for terrestrial biodiversity and bat surveys . His work addresses critical questions in habitat management , species conservation , and policy development . Recent publications highlight his leadership in evaluating forestry impacts on wader species and optimizing ecological survey protocols . He has secured multiple grants from Forestry Commission England and The AEB Charitable Trust for projects on curlew conservation , bat monitoring , and seabird disturbance . Awards: Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management (2023) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Pat supervises PhD and Master’s students in projects spanning Nubian ibex conservation , otter monitoring , and black grouse studies . He also collaborates with institutions like University of Stirling and University of Aberdeen through the SUPER DTP program.

Kavita Mosalpuriaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Disparities
• Tobacco Regulatory Science
• Health Services Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kavita Mosalpuria is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Public Health, Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina University. She holds a PhD in Health Services Research, Administration & Policy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and has post-doctoral training in Tobacco & Nicotine Regulatory Science from the University of Utah. MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College MA in Hospital Administration from Tata Institute of Social Sciences PhD from University of Nebraska Medical Center Post-doctoral training at University of Utah Her research focuses on social, biological, and commercial determinants of health disparities, with a strong emphasis on tobacco regulatory science, health services research, and equity in healthcare access. She has investigated disparities in after-hours care, health service utilization, and global approaches to nicotine product regulation. The articles in her Google Scholar profile (2016-2024) reflect her expertise in health disparities, chronic disease management, and health informatics. Key themes include social determinants of health, tobacco control, and healthcare access for vulnerable populations.

Patricia Burchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Privatization
• Organizational Theory
• Institutional Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Patricia Burch is a Professor of Education at the University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education, where she also serves as Co-Faculty Director of the USC EdPolicy Hub and Co-director of the Center on Education, Policy, Equity and Governance (CEPEG). She holds a PhD in Education and an MA in Sociology from Stanford University. Her research focuses on large-scale reforms in urban education systems, with expertise in: Educational privatization and 'hidden markets' Organizational and institutional theory Equity-focused policy analysis Mixed-methods research design K-12 education policy (teacher quality, after-school programs, instructional leadership) Her recent publications (2015-2022) demonstrate sustained focus on privatization mechanisms, policy sociology, educational technology, and institutional change in urban contexts. Works frequently analyze intersections of market forces, accountability systems, and equity in diverse educational settings. Awards: USC Mentoring Award (2018) Leadership: She directs collaborative research at USC EdPolicy Hub examining market-education interdependencies in AI, juvenile justice, and alternative schooling. Former editor of Journal of Education Policy and current board member of AERA Open .

Ayşegül Kuşkucuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Cancer Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşegül Kuşkucu is an academic staff member at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine , Department of Medical Genetics . She holds a PhD in Genetics from Istanbul University (2008) and a specialization in Molecular Cytogenetics from Université Montpellier I (2009). Current research focuses on miRNA regulation in chordomas, cancer stem cells, and metabolic-genetic interactions in cancer models Key projects include TÜBİTAK-funded studies on PD-L1 CAR-NK cell therapy, caloric restriction epigenetics, and amniotic cell differentiation Her award includes First Place Oral Presentation at the International Medical Genetics Congress She supervises PhD and Master's theses on topics like obesity genetics, stem cell differentiation, and cancer epigenetics. Her work appears in journals such as Biological Research , Neurology India , and Gene , with recurring themes in oncomiR profiling , hypoxia-related polymorphisms , and genetic counseling . Administrative roles include Department Chair (2013) and Faculty Board Membership (2021). She actively participates in societies like the European Society of Human Genetics and Medical Genetics Association .

Karen E. Richmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Anthropology
• Religion
• Migration Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Karen E. Richman is a Professor of the Practice and Director of Undergraduate Academic Programs at the Institute for Latino Studies at the University of Notre Dame. She holds concurrent faculty positions in the Departments of Romance Languages and Literatures and Anthropology, and is affiliated faculty in Africana Studies and Gender Studies. As a cultural anthropologist with expertise in Haitian and Mexican migration studies, she has been a Kellogg Institute faculty fellow since 2002. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Music from Wesleyan University, and both Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Anthropology from the University of Virginia. Richman's research focuses on religion, migration, transnationalism, performance, gender, and production and consumption, with particular emphasis on Haitian and Mexican communities in the United States. Her work explores how cultural practices, especially around religion and savings behavior, shape immigrant experiences and adaptation. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Haiti and Mexico, examining dynamics of migration, religious conversion, and economic practices. Her scholarship reveals consistent themes across her publications: the role of cultural values in financial behavior, religious syncretism in diaspora contexts, and the gendered dimensions of migration. Richman has pioneered interdisciplinary approaches, collaborating with economists to study Latino retirement savings and with engineers to examine Haitian construction practices related to climate change. Open Course Ware Excellence Award for Creole Language and Culture Robert F. Heizer Prize for Best Journal Article in Ethnohistory Rev. Edmund P. Joyce, C.S.C. Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2015) Newberry Library Fellowship Social Science Research Council Fellowship Richman actively mentors students through thesis courses and directed readings, with research focusing on Mexican immigration, Caribbean diasporas, and Creole language and culture. She has secured significant grant funding from organizations including the National Endowment for Financial Education and the National Science Foundation for her interdisciplinary work on immigrant savings behavior and Haitian responses to natural hazards. She leads the Cross-Cultural Leadership Program and has served as Program Chair for the Haitian Studies Association conference at Notre Dame. Richman is also involved in community initiatives, advising student groups like the Latino Honors Society and the Student Coalition for Immigrant Advocacy.

Ken Ongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epidemiology
• Genetics
• Metabolism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Ken Ong is Professor of Paediatric Epidemiology at the University of Cambridge , jointly appointed in the Department of Paediatrics and the MRC Epidemiology Unit , School of Clinical Medicine . He co-leads the Unit’s Early Life Aetiology and Mechanisms of Diabetes and Related Metabolic Disorders programme with Dr John Perry and serves as an honorary consultant paediatric endocrinologist and clinical lead for childhood obesity at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust . He also chairs the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition’s Subgroup on Maternal and Child Nutrition . Education: PhD in Paediatrics, University of Cambridge and University of Oxford – investigating gene-environment interactions in fetal and early childhood growth using large population-based studies. Research Interests: Professor Ong’s overarching research addresses the early-life determinants of obesity, type 2 diabetes and related metabolic disorders . His programme integrates epidemiology, genetics, physiology and public health to identify developmental trajectories that confer long-term disease risk. Key themes include: The role of rapid postnatal growth and weight gain in programming later metabolic disease. Genetic and environmental influences on puberty timing and their consequences for obesity, diabetes and psychosocial outcomes. Mechanistic pathways linking early growth, reproductive maturation and lifelong health, with a view to informing behavioural interventions that delay puberty and prevent childhood obesity. Publication Trends: Across >150 publications, Professor Ong’s recent work (2024-2025) demonstrates a strong focus on large-scale genetic discovery (GWAS, exome and whole-genome sequencing) for traits such as adiposity, puberty timing, birth weight, proteomic aging and diabetes risk . Methodologically, his team employs Mendelian randomization to infer causality, integrates multi-omics (genomics, epigenomics, metabolomics) and leverages population cohorts (UK Biobank, ALSPAC, TOPCHILD Collaboration). Comparative studies now extend to canine models to validate obesity genes across species, while intervention coding work within TOPCHILD seeks to distil effective behavioural components for obesity prevention in early childhood. Scientific Awards & Recognition: While specific named prizes are not listed in the text, Professor Ong’s sustained leadership of a major MRC programme, chairmanship of national SACN subgroups and honorary NHS consultant role collectively denote significant peer recognition. Grants & Funding: Professor Ong’s programme is core-funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) through the Early Life Aetiology and Mechanisms of Diabetes and Related Metabolic Disorders strategic award. Additional project grants arise from cross-disciplinary initiatives within Cambridge Reproduction and the Cambridge Metabolic Network. Laboratory & Team: He heads a multidisciplinary team located within the Institute of Metabolic Science on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, integrating bioinformaticians, geneticists, epidemiologists and clinical researchers. Active collaborations span the MRC Epidemiology Unit, Department of Paediatrics, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust and international consortia.

Robert Plominمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioural Genetics
• Quantitative Genetics
• Molecular Genetics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robert Plomin is MRC Research Professor in Behavioural Genetics at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London. He helped launch the Social, Genetic and Developmental Psychiatry Research Centre in 1994 and established the Twins Early Development Study (TEDS) in 1995, which has followed 10,000 pairs of UK twins for over 25 years. With more than 800 publications and numerous books including "Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are," he is a leading figure in behavioral genetics. Professor Plomin earned his PhD from the University of Texas at Austin and his BA from DePaul University. His academic journey includes positions at the University of Colorado and Pennsylvania State University before joining King's College London. Plomin's research focuses on using quantitative genetic and genomic approaches to understand how genetic and environmental factors shape behavioral development. His work particularly examines cognitive development and educational achievement, investigating how DNA influences individual differences in learning abilities and disabilities. Through large-scale twin studies like TEDS, he has made significant contributions to understanding the heritability of psychological traits and the role of nonshared environmental influences. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on genome-wide association studies, examining connections between genetics and various psychological outcomes including mental health, educational achievement, language development, and psychopathology. His work increasingly integrates molecular genetic techniques with traditional behavioral genetics approaches, demonstrating how DNA can predict behavioral outcomes from childhood through adulthood. Professor Plomin has received numerous prestigious honors including: Lifetime Achievement Award from the British Psychological Society (2020) Youngest President of the international Behavior Genetics Association Lifetime research achievement awards from multiple major associations in his field Fellowship in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellowship in the British Academy Fellowship in the American Academy of Political and Social Science Fellowship in the Academy of Medical Sciences (UK) As principal investigator of the Twins Early Development Study (TEDS), Plomin has secured continuous funding for 25 years through Medical Research Council programme grants. TEDS has grown from studying infant twins to following participants into early adulthood, providing unprecedented longitudinal data on genetic and environmental influences. He has mentored numerous researchers through this project and has collaborated extensively with institutions worldwide, significantly advancing the field of behavioral genetics. The Social, Genetic and Developmental Psychiatry Centre at King's College London, where Plomin is based, serves as a hub for integrating genetic and environmental research approaches. TEDS remains his flagship project, but his influence extends through collaborations on international consortia studying everything from dyslexia to mental health outcomes. His current work focuses on applying polygenic scoring methods to predict behavioral outcomes and understanding the mechanisms through which genes influence development.

Emily Harvilleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reproductive and perinatal epidemiology
• Health disparities
• Life course epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emily Harville is a Professor and Program Director of the PhD in Epidemiology at Tulane University's School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Her research focuses on perinatal epidemiology, health disparities, and the life course perspective, particularly how reproductive and pregnancy-related factors influence long-term health outcomes. She serves as co-director of the Southern Center for Maternal Health Equity (SCMHE) and leads the PrePARED Consortium for preconception health studies. Her work integrates environmental health, disaster response, and maternal-child health, with a strong emphasis on addressing racial disparities. Education: PhD, Epidemiology, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill MSPH, Epidemiology, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill BA, Biology, Oberlin College Dr. Harville has contributed extensively to understanding the impact of disasters (e.g., Hurricane Katrina, Deepwater Horizon oil spill) on reproductive health and has published over 150 articles. Her recent work examines links between reproductive history and cognitive aging, highlighting the emerging field of neuro-obstetrics . She teaches advanced epidemiological methods and courses on health disparities. Her research includes collaborations with international teams, such as the Bogalusa Heart Study and Young Finns Study , and she employs metabolomics, epigenetics, and population-level data to uncover mechanisms behind health inequities. Dr. Harville also emphasizes community-based interventions and policy development to improve maternal health in the Gulf South.