جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Behavioral Health
• Population Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Diane King is a Research Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Behavioral Health Research and Services (CBHRS) at the University of Alaska Anchorage, operating within the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER). She joined UAA in 2011 as a Research Assistant Professor and focuses on chronic disease prevention through behavioral interventions in healthcare and community settings. Education: Ph.D. in Health and Behavioral Science, University of Colorado Denver (2006) Her research targets eating, physical activity, alcohol, and substance use behaviors to promote population health. Using stakeholder-driven partnership approaches, she designs feasible interventions emphasizing real-world implementation and evidence-based practice adoption. Key areas include implementation science, dissemination frameworks (RE-AIM/CFIR), and sustainability of preventive programs across diverse populations. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent expertise in citizen science for age-friendly environments, multi-setting substance use interventions, and physical activity promotion. Her work prioritizes practical applicability through collaborations with healthcare systems and community organizations. Dr. King secures state and federal grants for research and mentors undergraduate/graduate researchers. Her projects emphasize community engagement to accelerate evidence translation into practice. As CBHRS Director, she leads a team translating behavioral health research into services, addressing Alaska-specific challenges through partnership-based approaches.

Silke Maturaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Nutritional Psychiatry
• Cognitive Decline Prevention
• Behavioral Interventions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Silke Matura is a researcher at the Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy at Goethe University Hospital Frankfurt am Main. Her work bridges preventive psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience, focusing on how lifestyle factors like diet and physical activity influence psychological well-being and brain health. Her research employs Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) to capture real-time behavioral and emotional patterns, complemented by neuropsychological assessments and neuroimaging techniques (sMRI, rs-MRI, fMRI). Key areas include: Preventive strategies against cognitive decline Behavior-based interventions for psychiatric conditions Linking dietary habits, impulsivity, and ADHD Self-monitoring in eating disorder risk Recent publications highlight collaborations across multiple disciplines, including clinical trials on glucose metabolism, resilience, and neuroplasticity in aging populations. Scientific Focus : Behavioral neuroscience Nutritional psychiatry Real-time data collection Neuroimaging and cognitive function ADHD and impulsivity

Øyvind Røمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Eating Disorders
• Psychiatry
• Adolescent Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Øyvind Rø serves as Professor II at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Medicine, where he specializes in eating disorders research and clinical psychiatry. His work focuses on Adult Psychiatry with particular emphasis on eating disorders across various populations and treatment settings. Professor Rø's research spans multiple critical areas within eating disorders including epidemiology, treatment efficacy, comorbid conditions, and specialized populations such as adolescents, males, and individuals with type 1 diabetes. His work often examines the intersection between medical conditions and eating pathology, particularly in bariatric surgery patients and those with diabetes. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on longitudinal studies tracking eating disorder outcomes over extended periods (including multiple 17-year follow-up studies), development and validation of assessment tools like the EDE-Q, and investigation of specialized treatment approaches including family-based therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. His research frequently employs both quantitative registry data and qualitative patient perspectives. Professor Rø collaborates extensively with researchers across Norway and internationally, particularly with colleagues at the University of Oslo's eating disorders research group. His work appears consistently in leading journals including International Journal of Eating Disorders, Journal of Eating Disorders, and BMC Psychiatry, demonstrating his significant contribution to the field.

• Metabolomics
• Gaming health effects
• Thrombosis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kasper Bygum Krarup is a physician researcher affiliated with Aalborg University Hospital's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. His clinical and research work bridges psychiatric care with metabolic medicine, focusing on emerging health concerns related to digital behaviors. Dr. Krarup's research program centers on physiological impacts of prolonged gaming sessions, investigating metabolic signatures, thrombosis risks, and cardiovascular changes in healthy male adults. His work demonstrates methodological rigor through pilot studies, experimental designs, and metabolic profiling approaches that have garnered attention in both academic and public health spheres. His publication record reveals a clear research trajectory examining how extended digital engagement affects fundamental physiological processes. This work has implications for understanding modern lifestyle risks and developing preventive health strategies for digital-native populations. Metabolomics and metabolic profiling Gaming-related health effects Thrombosis and coagulation disorders Cardiovascular risk assessment Public health implications of digital lifestyles Dr. Krarup maintains active collaborations with researchers across multiple disciplines at Aalborg University Hospital, particularly with molecular diagnostics specialists and clinical medicine researchers. His work has received notable attention, with social media mentions, blog coverage, and news features highlighting the relevance of his findings to contemporary health concerns.

Melissa A. Troesterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomarker Development
• Genomic Methods
• Epidemiologic Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melissa A. Troester, PhD, MPH, is a Professor of Epidemiology with a joint appointment in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a member of the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and serves as Co-Leader of the Cancer Epidemiology Research Program. Dr. Troester also directs the UNC Center for Environmental Health and Susceptibility and leads the Carolina Breast Cancer Study. Her educational background includes a PhD in Environmental Health (2001) and an MPH in Epidemiology (2006), both from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She earned her MS in Chemistry from the University of Chicago (1995) and BA in Chemistry from Macalester College (1994). Dr. Troester's research focuses on biomarker development and validation, genomic methods, epidemiologic methods, and breast cancer. She has more than a decade of experience working with genomic data and molecular biology of breast cancer risk and progression. Her work particularly examines racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes, environmental health impacts on cancer risk, and the development of precision oncology approaches. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on understanding breast cancer through genomic and molecular approaches, with particular attention to racial disparities and subtype-specific risk factors. Her research increasingly incorporates advanced computational methods, including machine learning for tumor classification, and examines gene-environment interactions in cancer development. Elected chair of the AACR Populations Sciences Working Group (2026-2028) Named Komen Scholar (2021) Awarded Susan G. Komen leadership grant ($200,000) for research on immune response in diverse breast cancers Part of $10 million funding for Cancer Identification and Precision Oncology Center Involved in $17 million grant exploring links between environmental contaminants and liver cancer Dr. Troester serves as co-leader of the UNC Lineberger Cancer Epidemiology Research Program and directs the UNC Center for Environmental Health and Susceptibility. She leads the Carolina Breast Cancer Study, a landmark research project focused on reducing breast cancer disparities and barriers to high-quality care. Her laboratory work integrates genomic, epidemiological, and environmental health approaches to understand breast cancer risk and progression across diverse populations.

Rebecca Scottمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sociocultural Aspects of Marketing
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Experiential Consumption
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rebecca Scott is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at Cardiff Business School , with a focus on the sociocultural and qualitative dimensions of marketing . Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of New South Wales (2015) and a BSc in Business Administration (First Class Honours) from the University of Bath (2009) . Research Interests : Rebecca specializes in experiential and embodied consumption , exploring how consumers interact with pain, humor, and multisensory environments. Her work bridges marketing, sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies , with notable contributions to understanding elite kitchens, adventure sports, and organ donation narratives . Media & Awards : Her research on pain and sedentary lifestyles has been featured in The Atlantic , The Guardian , and BBC . She received the 2018 Sidney J. Levy Award for best dissertation-based paper and multiple UNSW scholarships. Teaching : Rebecca teaches Cultural Marketing , Consumer Behavior , and Qualitative Research Methods , praised for her engaging pedagogy and student-centered approach . She currently supervises Wahura Kabutha on topics related to consumer body studies and humor in business .

Matthew Robertsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Exercise Physiology
• Immunology
• Chronic Disease Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Roberts is a Research Fellow at Loughborough University, affiliated with the Leicester Biomedical Research Centre and the National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine. His work focuses on exercise interventions for chronic inflammatory conditions and post-COVID rehabilitation. He completed his PhD in 2020 examining exercise's effects on cardiovascular disease markers in South Asians under Professors David Stensel and David Webb. Research interests include exercise-immunity interactions, inflammation in long-term conditions like axial spondyloarthritis, and post-hospitalization recovery. Key studies include the PHOSP-R trial (exercise-based post-COVID rehab) and the EXTASI trial (exercise therapy for inflammatory arthritis). His work integrates clinical trials with mechanistic insights into inflammation and cardiometabolic health. Notable collaborations involve the NIHR-funded Leicester Biomedical Research Centre and UK Biobank for large-scale epidemiological analyses. Current projects investigate interindividual variability in exercise responses and systemic inflammation biomarkers. Matthew's research bridges basic science and translational medicine to address chronic disease management through lifestyle interventions.

Paul Sandersonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Injury Prevention
• Exercise Rehabilitation
• Military Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul Sanderson is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Sport and Exercise Medicine at Loughborough University. He holds formal qualifications including a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Sport Rehabilitation (part-time at St Mary’s University College, 2002), an MSc in Physical Activity and Health (Loughborough University, 2007), and a PhD in Sport and Exercise Medicine (part-time at Loughborough University, 2014). His career includes roles in the British Army, where he served as Lead Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor across the Armed Services and worked at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC). Currently, he leads the NRC PGT programmes and oversees teaching in the SSCaPE programme, supervising students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. His research focuses on injury prevention, exercise rehabilitation, and military medicine. Key areas include obesity-related health risks in military personnel, physical activity tracking technologies, and soldier burden factors. Paul’s work bridges applied research and practical military healthcare solutions, with notable contributions to understanding obesity trends in military populations and developing activity detection algorithms for training contexts. He has held progressive roles at Loughborough University, transitioning from Research Associate (2014) to Lead Translational Scientist (2016), Applied Sport Scientist (2018), and his current Senior Teaching Fellow position (2023). His expertise integrates clinical practice, academic teaching, and translational research in sport and exercise medicine.

• Public Health
• Urban Planning
• Physical Activity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Takemi Sugiyama is a researcher specializing in the intersection of urban environments and public health. His work focuses on how built environments influence physical activity, sedentary behavior, and health outcomes across diverse populations, including older adults, refugees, and workers. He has collaborated extensively on studies such as the International Mind, Activities, and Urban Places (iMAP) cohort study and the RESIDE project evaluating urban planning policies in Perth, Australia. Key research themes include: urban design and walkability; the impact of green spaces on mental health; workplace sitting patterns; and interventions to promote active transport. His studies frequently employ spatial analysis, sensor technologies, and multi-country comparisons to explore environmental determinants of health behaviors. Notable contributions include: Systematic reviews on office environments and refugee children's physical activity Analysis of walkability disparities in Japan and Australia Investigations into sedentary behavior moderation through environmental interventions His work bridges epidemiology, urban planning, and public health to inform policies promoting healthy living environments.

Bo Klepacمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Public Health
• Health Policy Analysis
• Health Inequities
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bo Klepac is a Senior Research Fellow at Victoria University, affiliated with the Mitchell Institute and the Institute for Health & Sport. She holds a dual PhD in Public Health Policy and Political Science, along with master's degrees in Political Science and European Studies. Her research focuses on reducing health and education inequities through policy change, with a particular emphasis on physical activity, sedentary behavior policies, and community resource mapping. She has received notable awards, including the Victoria University Medal for Academic Excellence in Research (2020) and an Early Career Research Award from HEPA Europe (2017). Her educational background includes: PhD in Public Health Policy PhD in Political Science MA in Political Science MA in European Studies Her research interests revolve around health inequities, education inequities, and the intersection of policy and public health. She is actively involved in global initiatives like the Global Observatory for Physical Activity (GoPA!) and co-developed the CAPPA framework for analyzing national policies. Her work bridges theoretical policy analysis with practical implementation, emphasizing systems change and community engagement. Recent publications highlight themes in policy analysis, systems change, and community resource mapping. Her work explores flexible funding models, the effectiveness of physical activity policies, and the development of tools for measuring organizational capacity. These studies often emphasize translating research into actionable policies to address health disparities and improve community outcomes. Recognition of her contributions includes: Victoria University Medal for Academic Excellence in Research (2020) Early Career Research Award, HEPA Europe (2017) Bo has supervised research students as an associate supervisor and is available for further supervision. Her research funding includes projects like the $11M "Pathways in Place" program and community resource mapping initiatives in Hume. She collaborates with organizations like Hume City Council and the Australian Sports Foundation to translate research into practice. She is a key member of the Mitchell Institute and the Global Observatory for Physical Activity (GoPA!), contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on public health policy and community-based interventions.

Natalie Pearsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Public Health
• Behavioral Epidemiology
• Physical Activity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natalie Pearson is a Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Epidemiology and Public Health at Loughborough University, UK, within the School of Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences. She holds a PhD from Loughborough University (2010) and conducted postdoctoral research at Deakin University, Australia (2010–2011). Her expertise spans physical activity, nutrition, sleep, and sedentary behavior interventions, particularly in children and adolescents. Pearson’s work emphasizes lifestyle clustering and their impacts on health outcomes, with a focus on marginalized populations like children with epilepsy and truck drivers. She has pioneered studies evaluating classroom interventions (e.g., sit-stand desks) and policy-driven health behaviors. Educational Background: BSc in Sport and Exercise Sciences (Loughborough, 2004), MSc (2005), and PhD (2010), all at Loughborough University. Collaborative research at Deakin University (Melbourne) shaped her focus on behavioral nutrition and physical activity in youth. Research Interests: Clustering of health behaviors (diet, activity, sleep), sedentary behavior epidemiology, and intervention design. She explores how lifestyle patterns affect obesity, cardiometabolic risk, and mental health. Notable areas include epilepsy comorbidities and school-based environmental modifications to promote activity. Articles Trends: Recent work (2023–2025) highlights studies on epilepsy-linked sleep/motor coordination deficits, longitudinal lifestyle clustering in youth, and global intervention efficacy for adiposity. Earlier work (2020–2021) focused on classroom sit-stand desks and screen-time reduction pilots. Awards: None explicitly listed in text. Advising & Grants: While no advisees are named, her research projects (e.g., CLASS PAL trial) likely involve collaborative teams. Grants likely support her intervention studies, though specifics are not detailed here. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine (NCSEM) at Loughborough. Collaborations include global networks analyzing Asian children’s physical activity and UK-based obesity prevention initiatives.

• Muscle Biology
• Exercise Physiology
• Nutrition Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott A Paluska is an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the University of Illinois, holding appointments in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health and Clinical Sciences. His research focuses on muscle protein synthesis, resistance training adaptations, and the impact of dietary interventions on exercise outcomes. Key areas include aging populations, sedentary behavior interventions, and clinical nutrition. Research interests include: Mechanisms of muscle growth and repair Effects of plant-based diets on exercise performance Neurocognitive benefits of physical activity Optimizing protein intake for aging adults Recent studies explore breaking prolonged sitting through HIIT protocols and the role of microbial proteases in amino acid metabolism. His work has been widely disseminated, including a high-impact study on vegan diets and muscle synthesis featured in over 100 news outlets. Collaborations span cognitive neuroscience (Hillman/Kramer labs) and nutritional science (Burd/Dilger groups). Current research emphasizes translational applications for public health and clinical practice.

Georgios Grigoriadisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cardiovascular Disease
• Exercise Physiology
• Cancer Rehabilitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Georgios Grigoriadis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science at Loyola University Chicago’s Parkinson School of Public Health. His research focuses on the role of exercise in preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, particularly in breast cancer survivors, and in populations such as multiple sclerosis patients, obese individuals, and those with Down syndrome. He teaches courses in exercise physiology, cardiovascular disease, and cancer rehabilitation. Education: Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Nutrition and Rehabilitation (University of Illinois at Chicago), M.S. in Exercise Science (Northeastern Illinois University), B.S. in Physical Education and Sports Science (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki). Research interests emphasize exercise interventions to improve cardiovascular function, addressing disparities in health outcomes across genders, age groups, and disease populations. Key areas include cancer survivorship, neurological disorders, obesity, and aging-related cardiovascular adaptations. His work explores mechanisms such as cerebral hemodynamics, arterial stiffness, and autoregulation under exercise stress. Publications highlight studies on gender differences in cerebral blood flow responses during resistance exercise, cardiorespiratory fitness in breast cancer survivors, and vascular adaptations in Down syndrome. Ongoing projects aim to translate findings into clinical interventions to enhance physical function and quality of life.

• General and applied hygiene
• Epidemiology
• Environmental microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Federica Valeriani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Motor Sciences and Health at the University of Rome 'Foro Italico'. She holds a position on the Quality Committee for the Master's Degree Course in Sports Science and Technology (LM68) and participates in external committees such as the Board Ristretto GSMS-SItI and the Scientific Committee for the International Pool & Spa Expo. Her research focuses on general hygiene, epidemiology, environmental microbiology, and health safety in sports facilities. She teaches courses including Sports Legislation and Health Safety, Sociology of Prevention, and Hygiene in Sports Facilities Design. Her research explores topics like antimicrobial treatments for PPE, environmental surveillance of pathogens, and the interplay of diet, exercise, and gut microbiota. She has contributed to studies on pandemic-related behaviors during lockdowns and digital interventions for childhood obesity. Collaborations include projects on swimming pool water safety and hospital hygiene protocols. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her work demonstrates engagement in public health initiatives such as active breaks in schools and environmental health monitoring. She advises on international cooperation projects and has no listed grants in the provided materials. She is affiliated with the Forum Piscine and WWD organizations, contributing to health and safety standards in aquatic facilities.

Salma Musaadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular Disease
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Salma Musaad is an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, affiliated with the Pediatrics-Nutrition department. She holds a PhD in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2007) and an MD from the University of Khartoum School of Medicine (1996). Her research focuses on environmental, social, and molecular determinants of chronic disorders such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease risk. Key interests include pediatric nutrition, public health interventions, and the impact of environmental exposures on child health. Education: PhD in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2007) MD in Ophthalmology, University of Khartoum School of Medicine (1996) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ophthalmology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (2003-2007) Her research explores the interplay between environmental factors (e.g., phthalates, triclosan), social determinants, and molecular pathways in chronic diseases. Notable studies include investigations into pediatric functional abdominal pain, obesity prevention in Hispanic adolescents, and the efficacy of peppermint oil in gastrointestinal disorders. Her work often employs randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews to evaluate intervention efficacy. Publications highlight a focus on pediatric health, with over 150 peer-reviewed articles. Recent work addresses digital health tools for monitoring screen time (FLASH-TV system) and dietary interventions for diabetes prevention. Collaborations span epidemiology, clinical trials, and public health policy. Dr. Musaad’s lab at Baylor College of Medicine focuses on translational research bridging basic science and clinical practice, particularly in pediatric nutrition and chronic disease prevention. Grants and funding support her efforts in developing scalable interventions for underserved populations.