جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Medicaid Managed Care
• Mental Health
• Primary Health Care
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jane Zhu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. Her research focuses on Medicaid policy, mental health access, and the evolving role of private equity in healthcare. She examines workforce dynamics, network adequacy in managed care, and the intersection of healthcare economics with public policy. Her work spans over 15 years, analyzing how regulatory changes, payment models, and corporate ownership structures impact healthcare accessibility and quality. Key areas include provider directory inaccuracies, behavioral health integration challenges, and the consequences of abortion restrictions on clinical workforces. Expertise in analyzing Medicaid managed care organizations' strategies for improving behavioral health access Investigates how private equity investments drive up physician fees and affect practice autonomy Studies rural-urban disparities in mental health care access through geospatial analyses Advocates for policy reforms to strengthen network adequacy standards Zhu's recent studies highlight persistent gaps in mental health provider directories despite federal regulations, and the disproportionate financial burdens placed on small independent practices under value-based payment systems.

Christina Grayمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Drama and Arts Education
• Teacher Career Trajectories
• Belonging and Connection in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christina Gray is a Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of Dance and Drama Education at Edith Cowan University's School of Education. She holds a PhD from Murdoch University (2016) and has extensive teaching experience in Australia and internationally. Her research focuses on Drama and Arts Education, Teacher Career Trajectories, and Belonging in Education. She has received the 2021 School of Education Research Award for her contributions to teacher education. Key qualifications include: Doctor of Philosophy, Murdoch University (2016) Master of Education, Edith Cowan University (2007) Bachelor of Education, Edith Cowan University (1995) Bachelor of Arts in Education (Secondary), Edith Cowan University (1991) Research Interests: Her work explores positive veteran teachers' resilience, early career challenges, rural/remote education, and arts-based pedagogy. Notable themes include teacher well-being, narrative methodologies, and social support networks. Recent projects include studies on pre-service teachers in regional schools and arts education during the pandemic. Recent Article Trends: Dr. Gray's recent publications analyze early career teacher struggles in neoliberal systems ( British Journal of Sociology of Education ), rural teacher integration ( Issues in Educational Research ), and veteran teacher retention strategies ( Teachers and Teaching ). Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications. Awards: 2021 School of Education Research Award for 'overall performance in teacher education'. Grants & Supervision: Principal supervisor for projects like 'Leadership Beyond the Studio: Investigating Secondary School Dance Teachers' and co-investigator in grants focusing on rural education equity and arts-based interventions for children with disabilities. She has supervised over a dozen graduate students in education and arts-related fields. Professional Engagement: Active member of DramaWest and Drama Australia. Collaborates with Sensorium Theatre Inc. on inclusive arts education. Coordinates the Partners in Literacy and Numeracy (PLaN) program.

Cath Fergusonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Education Policy
• Criminal Justice
• Resilience Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cath Ferguson is a Senior Research Fellow at Edith Cowan University's School of Education. She holds a PhD in Education (2009) from ECU, a Graduate Diploma in Education (2004) from Murdoch University, and a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology (2000) from ECU. Her research focuses on education systems, criminal justice, and resilience. Key areas include teacher well-being, school leadership, parole systems, and literacy initiatives. She has extensively studied the readability of public health and road safety information, emphasizing accessibility for diverse audiences. Her articles reflect interdisciplinary engagement, spanning education policy, criminal justice reform, and community partnerships. Recent work explores AI applications in qualitative research and the impact of leadership on staff culture. She has received grants totaling over $180,000 for projects like evaluating Foodbank programs and analyzing travel behavior change. Ferguson supervises doctoral and master’s students, focusing on topics such as teacher retention, prisoner education, and critical literacy. Her collaborative projects include the KindiLink pilot initiative and studies on Aboriginal remote school partnerships.

Bree Akessonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Health
• Human Rights
• War-Affected Families
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bree Akesson is a Full Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Social Work and holds a Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Global Adversity and Wellbeing. She leads the Global Adversity and Wellbeing Research Group, focusing on the intersection of extreme adversity (war, climate displacement) and family/home wellbeing through place-based methodologies. Her work integrates qualitative GIS, participatory research, and advocacy for marginalized populations. Key research themes include: War-affected families' resilience and protection mechanisms Pregnancy loss in conflict zones Climate migration and health equity Global social service workforce capacity building Domicide as a human rights violation Her research has been funded by SSHRC, UNICEF, and the Ontario Ministry of Research. Notable outputs include the book From Bureaucracy to Bullets: Extreme Domicide and the Right to Home and policy briefs on refugee belonging. Dr. Akesson supervises numerous graduate students and collaborates internationally with organizations like the Hope Foundation for Women and Children. Her work bridges academia with practitioner/policy communities through participatory knowledge translation.

• Social Work Practice
• Community-Based Programming
• Faith-Based Programming
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Morgan Braganza is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at Redeemer University, specializing in improving encounters across contentious differences. She holds a PhD from Wilfrid Laurier University (2020) and has taught at institutions like Wilfrid Laurier and Martin Luther University College. Her research focuses on community-based programming, faith-based interventions, and program evaluation. Key interests include domestic violence, mental health, and inter-organizational collaboration. She has received grants from SSHRC and Redeemer University, and awards like the Vandezande Restoring Hope Award. Education: PhD (Social Work, 2020), MSW (2009), BA (Psychology & Sociology, 2007), all from Wilfrid Laurier University. Research spans diverse topics including perinatal mood disorders, character strengths in therapists, and restorative practices in faith communities. Recent publications address LGBTQ+ interactions, Muslim-non-Muslim engagement, and theoretical frameworks for navigating differences. Grants include multiple SSHRC Explore Grants and Redeemer’s Instructional Development Grants. Her work emphasizes practical application of research, such as training sessions on difficult conversations and evaluating mobile crisis services. She collaborates with agencies on program improvements and advocates for culturally sensitive social work practice.

Nick Cliftonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economic Geography
• Regional Development
• Innovation Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nick Clifton is a Professor of Economic Geography & Regional Development at Cardiff University's Cardiff School of Management, serving as REF Co-ordinator. He is affiliated with the Creative Leadership and Enterprise Centre (CLEC) and the Regional Innovation & Regeneration Centre (RIRC). His research focuses on SME knowledge networks, devolution policies, creative class dynamics, regional branding, co-working spaces, and Circular Economy innovation. He has published over 140 academic contributions and secured £1.2m+ in research funding from bodies like ESRC and Innovate UK. **Research Interests**: His work spans international knowledge sourcing by SMEs, Circular Economy policy, interregional innovation systems, and creative industry spatial dynamics. Recent projects include studies on co-working spaces' impacts and Circular Economy interventions in Wales. His paper on the 'creative class' was the most-read in Cultural Trends (2024). **Awards**: Recipient of Outstanding PGR Supervisor (2023), Best Paper awards at Society of Open Innovation (2023) and ISBE (2011), and a Danish Academy of Business Research honor (2009). He advises government bodies like the Welsh Senedd and UK Ministry of Housing. **Grants & Collaboration**: Led a £212k Knowledge Transfer Partnership for sport sector workforce planning. Collaborates internationally with institutions like Lund University's CIRCLE. Served on expert panels for the UK Levelling Up Fund and ReWAGE hospitality sector initiative. **Affiliations**: Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales, editorial board member of Growth and Change , and advisor for Cardiff Central Enterprise Zone.

Emma Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
• Cancer Care
• Rural Health
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Emma Taylor is a Senior Research Officer at the Western Australian Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) within the School of Health and Clinical Sciences at The University of Western Australia, based in Geraldton. Her work focuses on health services research for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations, particularly in cancer care accessibility and rural health workforce development. Education: Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies, Curtin University (2005) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Curtin University (2004) Research Focus: Taylor investigates systemic barriers in cancer diagnosis and treatment for Indigenous Australians, psychosocial support interventions, and retention factors for Indigenous health professionals. Her work integrates health services research with cultural safety frameworks to address disparities in rural and remote settings, contributing significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Publication Trends: Recent research demonstrates consistent thematic focus on narrative/systematic reviews analyzing cancer outcomes, service delivery gaps, and workforce challenges in Indigenous health. Her collaborations with University Departments of Rural Health emphasize practical solutions for improving cancer education and care accessibility in geographically isolated communities. Awards: David Lyle Prize for Rural and Remote Health (2023) Professional Background: Leveraging 10 years of prior experience as a university and corporate librarian, Taylor combines information science expertise with health research methodology. Her Scopus profile shows 20 research outputs, 316 citations, and an h-index of 7, reflecting substantial scholarly impact in Indigenous health services research.

Monica Moranمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Interprofessional Education
• Health Professional Education
• Occupational Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Monica Moran is an Adjunct Associate Professor at The University of Western Australia's School of Allied Health, with adjunct roles at Queensland University of Technology, Central Queensland University, and the University of Derby (UK). Her work focuses on interprofessional education (IPE), rural health workforce development, and healthcare collaboration. She contributed to the WHO Framework for Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice (2010) and leads national projects on IPE governance in Australia. She previously directed the HealthFusion Team Challenge, expanding it into an international event. Her research emphasizes rural healthcare systems, integrated care competencies, and Indigenous health equity. Key projects include evaluating interprofessional team programs for vulnerable communities and analyzing healthcare staff experiences during the pandemic. She supervises students in health professional education and occupational therapy. Monica has been involved in three funded grants: 'Conversations for Change' (family violence prevention), 'Integrated Chronic Disease Care Evaluation' (primary health), and a rural prewriting skills initiative. She chairs national IPE sustainability initiatives and serves as Immediate Past President of ANZAHPE, a leading health professional education organization. Her work aligns with UN SDG 3 (Good Health) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), addressing rural healthcare disparities and Indigenous health equity through curriculum innovation and workforce development.

Marie Bryceمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Health Policy
• Health Services Research
• Clinical Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Bryce is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Plymouth, affiliated with Peninsula Medical School and Peninsula Dental School. She leads the professional regulation research theme within the Collaboration for the Advancement of Medical Education Research (CAMERa). Her work spans health policy, healthcare professional regulation, clinical education, and qualitative social science, focusing on issues like healthcare workforce wellbeing, professional migration, and AI’s impact on regulation. Her research interests include regulatory fitness-to-practise procedures, healthcare workforce challenges, and the utility of regulatory datasets. She designs mixed-methods and systematic review studies to address these areas. She currently supervises PhD students in topics such as Nepalese emergency care barriers, medical professionalism lapses, and dental student admissions. Teaching responsibilities include leading the CLE721DL Research Methods module and facilitating BMBS SSU groups. Her recent publications (2020–2025) address anaesthesia training stressors, international medical migration drivers, and dental workforce crises. She collaborates on impactful projects like the UMbRELLA study evaluating medical revalidation’s regulatory impacts. Her work contributes to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing healthcare quality, safety, and workforce sustainability. She actively engages in policy-relevant research to shape regulatory practices and improve healthcare professional experiences.

• Trauma-informed practice
• Mental Health
• Northern Issues
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Linda O’Neill is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). She co-leads the Counselling Program with Dr. John Sherry and oversees the Community Counselling Centre (CCC) in Prince George, acting as a trauma counsellor, clinical supervisor, and Clinical Coordinator. Her work focuses on trauma-informed practices, secondary trauma among practitioners, and northern mental health systems. She holds a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of Victoria and is a certified trauma specialist. Education: BA in Child and Youth Care, MEd in Counselling Psychology, PhD in Educational Psychology (University of Victoria). She has extensive experience in northern BC and Yukon, providing trauma training to schools, health authorities, and justice systems. Research interests include historical/intergenerational trauma, complex trauma interventions, and ethics in northern counselling. She leads SSHRC-funded projects on northern mental health support, Indigenous evaluation frameworks, and classroom interventions for trauma-affected children. Over her career, she has supervised 8 thesis completions, 26 project students, and contributed to 38 committees across disciplines. Her publications emphasize northern mental health challenges, trauma-informed systems, and caregiver support. She volunteers at CCC and trains professionals on mitigating secondary trauma. O’Neill advocates for culturally respectful engagement in Indigenous mental health contexts, as detailed in her 2016 chapter on northern community health.

Maria del Mar Pastor Bravoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health
• Nursing Education
• Gender-Based Violence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria del Mar Pastor Bravo is a Professor in the Department of Nursing at the University of Murcia's Faculty of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Nursing from the same institution (2014), focusing on the voices of women subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM) and implications for nursing practice. Her research group, Advanced Care Research, explores migrant health, LGBTQ+ healthcare equity, violence prevention, and nursing education innovation. Key research areas include: Gender-Based Violence: Dating violence prevention in adolescents, FGM eradication strategies, and male perspectives on FGM consequences Migrant Health: Agricultural worker healthcare access, post-migration experiences of FGM survivors, and labor-related health disparities Nursing Education: Simulation-based learning effectiveness, flipped classroom methodologies, and student well-being during crises LGBTQ+ Health: Transgender youth healthcare access, institutional inclusivity, and school victimization analysis Her recent work highlights cross-sectoral collaboration in protecting migrant farmworkers during crises and analyzing pandemic impacts on mental health systems. She leads the AGROMISALUD project examining agricultural migrant sociolaboral precarity and health. Notable contributions include: Developing FGM prevention educational materials through qualitative research Evaluating palliative care simulation training for nursing students Comparative studies on healthcare access for transgender youth in Spain and Sweden Her work integrates qualitative methodologies and mixed-methods research to address health inequities in vulnerable populations.

Clare Suttonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Paramedicine
• Mental Health
• Emergency Services Wellbeing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Clare Sutton is a Senior Lecturer in Paramedicine at Charles Sturt University (CSU), NSW, Australia. She previously held roles at the University of Northampton, including Senior Lecturer and Practice Education Lead. Her academic background includes a Masters in Emergency Care (Distinction), Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, and a PhD Candidate research focusing on resilience in student paramedics. Her research focuses on paramedic wellbeing, mental health in emergency services, and rural healthcare. She leads the International Paramedic Anxiety and Wellbeing Study (IPAWS) and co-chairs the Dare to Know Student Paramedic Research Scholarship program. She holds roles in professional organizations like the Australasian College of Paramedicine (ACP) and chairs the Paramedic Wellbeing Group. Education: PhD Candidate (CSU), MSc in Emergency Care (Coventry), BSc (Hons) in Social Sciences (Open University) Affiliations: Workforce Wellness Research Unit, Regional Work and Organisational Resilience Group Grants/Projects: Evaluated mental health programs for frontline workers and body-worn camera impacts Clare has received multiple internal CSU awards for her contributions to mental health research and teaching. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and health equity.

Marguerite Brambleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Aged Care Nursing
• Parkinson's Disease
• Dementia Care
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marguerite Bramble is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Nursing at Charles Sturt University's School of Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences. As an advanced practice Registered Nurse, her clinical and research expertise focuses on chronic care nursing with specialization in neurological conditions affecting older populations, particularly dementia and Parkinson's disease. She has national recognition for implementing evidence-based models and clinical trial interventions, with collaborations across industry stakeholders and health professionals. Her educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy from Griffith University (2009) focused on promoting family involvement in residential dementia care through educational interventions. Her research integrates nursing theory with curriculum development for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Research interests span: Aged care nursing systems Parkinson's disease management frameworks Dementia care interventions Reablement models in community settings Evidence-based practice implementation She has received multiple scientific awards including Health Innovation Awards (2020) and grants supporting aging research in rural Australia. Current research examines MRI distress experiences, reablement models, and cultural safety in aged care. As a research supervisor, she mentors students in qualitative health research and clinical interventions. She leads projects with community impact including Parkinson's disease advocacy and healthcare innovation.

Faye Belgraveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Cultural Psychology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Faye Belgrave, Ph.D., is a tenured Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Humanities and Sciences. Her work focuses on culturally grounded interventions to promote well-being among African American youth and young adults, with specific expertise in HIV prevention, substance abuse prevention, and health equity. She actively collaborates with community-based organizations, schools, and faith institutions to develop and evaluate programs. Key Research Areas: Cultural psychology, gender/ethnic identity, racial discrimination, public health equity Funding Sources: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Office on Women's Health Recent Projects: Culturally tailored HIV prevention for Black women, substance abuse curricula for middle school students, cross-cultural studies with Ghanaian and Vietnamese communities Belgrave’s publications span HIV care accessibility, discrimination impacts, and cultural frameworks in psychology. Her awards highlight leadership in multicultural research and community engagement, including APA’s Psychology and AIDS Distinguished Leadership Award (2018) and VCU’s Currents of Change Award (2016-17). Selected Scientific Awards: American Psychological Association Psychology and AIDS Distinguished Leadership Award (2018) VCU Currents of Change Award (2016-17) Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment (2014) Riese-Melton Award for Cross-Cultural Contributions (2014) She teaches courses including African American Psychology and Program Evaluation, emphasizing community-driven solutions and cultural relevance in behavioral health research.

• HIV
• Health Services Research
• Outcomes Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Mugavero is a Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), specializing in Medicine - Infectious Diseases. He holds multiple academic roles, including Director of the Center for Outcomes Effectiveness Research and Education (COERE), Co-Director of the Center for AIDS Research (CFAR), and Principal Investigator of an AHRQ T32 training grant. His research focuses on HIV care continuum, implementation science, health services research, and learning health systems. Dr. Mugavero’s academic appointments span across UAB’s School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Public Health, and interdisciplinary centers such as the Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) and the Nephrology Research & Training Center. He also serves as an Associate Dean in the School of Medicine. His research interests include HIV treatment, health disparities, and optimizing healthcare delivery through implementation science. Notable grants include leadership of the UAB CFAR and participation in initiatives like Data 4 Care Alabama to improve HIV care retention. Dr. Mugavero’s work bridges clinical practice, education, and policy to address systemic challenges in healthcare access and outcomes, particularly in underserved populations. His recent publications (2021–2025) focus on topics such as PrEP implementation, intermediate care clinic optimization, and the impact of historical redlining on HIV outcomes. He emphasizes translating research into actionable strategies for healthcare systems.