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Mian Bazle Hossainمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biostatistics
• Social Statistics
• HIV/AIDS Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mian Bazle Hossain serves as a Professor of Biostatistics in the Department of Public and Allied Health within Morgan State University's School of Community Health & Policy. Based in the Health and Human Services Center (HHSC) Room 348B, he directs biostatistical research and teaching with expertise in complex survey data analysis from major national datasets including NHANES, NSFG, and BRFSS. His research spans critical public health domains: HIV/AIDS comorbidities and cardiovascular implications Intimate partner and sexual violence epidemiology Maternal-child health disparities Nutrition and physical activity interventions Racial and socioeconomic health inequities Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on quantitative methods for health disparity research, particularly focused on African American populations and HIV-positive cohorts. His work frequently employs advanced statistical modeling of national survey data to examine structural determinants of health outcomes. Major recognitions include: NIH-funded RCMI Core Leadership for Biostatistics and Bioinformatics HRSA grant as Principal Investigator for Maternal and Child Health data analysis ($119,966; 2023-2025) Multiple Maryland Department of Health sub-awards for opioid vulnerability mapping and minority health evaluation Dr. Hossain has secured over $470,000 in competitive research funding since 2013, directing secondary data analysis projects that inform health policy. His international impact includes biostatistical training workshops in Nigeria, Zambia, and Ghana for PEPFAR staff and INDEPTH network researchers. Current initiatives focus on cardiovascular risk stratification in HIV populations and HRSA-funded maternal health analytics.

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Developmental Disorders
• Intellectual Disability
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Dr. Ifrah Abdullahi is a Research Fellow at La Trobe University's Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) and Victorian Autism Specific Early Learning and Care Centre (ASELCC), holding a PhD in Medicine from the University of Western Australia. Her work bridges clinical epidemiology, public health, and developmental psychology to advance equity for autistic children from immigrant, refugee, and minority backgrounds. She specializes in population-based data linkage studies and early intervention systems within Australian healthcare contexts. Education PhD in Medicine, University of Western Australia Postdoctoral Fellowship, La Trobe University (2022-2025) Dr. Abdullahi's research investigates neurodevelopmental disparities through interdisciplinary lenses, focusing on autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disability in culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations. Her methodology combines epidemiological rigor with community-engaged approaches to examine diagnostic pathways, early surveillance systems, and intervention accessibility. Key themes include migrant maternal health influences, cross-cultural adaptation of screening tools, and mental health comorbidities in autistic youth, reflecting her commitment to dismantling systemic barriers in developmental healthcare. Her 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveal consistent focus on cultural determinants of autism outcomes, with 60% addressing CALD populations and 40% covering broader epidemiological methods. Major trends include validation of early surveillance tools in primary care (3 articles), mental health comorbidities in autistic adolescents (2 articles), and international collaborations extending to China and refugee communities. This body of work demonstrates strategic alignment with global health equity goals while generating actionable evidence for Australian policy reform. Recognized as an award-winning science communicator, Dr. Abdullahi actively translates complex research for public audiences through media engagements including SBS World News. Her advocacy specifically centers immigrant and refugee communities, with documented impact through policy submissions to government committees. Dr. Abdullahi supervises multiple research students on autism in diverse communities and teaches 'Understanding and Support for Autism' (PSY3ASD). Her current Early Intervention Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022-2025) funds community-based studies on culturally responsive early support systems, complemented by her leadership role as co-chair of the International Society for Autism Research Early Career Committee. As a core member of OTARC's research collective, she collaborates with national healthcare networks and international teams including China's Tianjin autism research group. Her current projects integrate Somali language capabilities to improve service access for East African communities, while her participation in the 2023 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting reflects emerging leadership in global science policy.

Eliot C. Bushمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Genome Evolution
• Computational Biology
• Bioinformatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eliot C. Bush is a Professor of Biology at Harvey Mudd College, located in Claremont, California. He is affiliated with the Department of Biology within Harvey Mudd College. His contact information includes an office in the F.W. Olin Science Center, Room 1240, and email at Eliot_Bush@hmc.edu. Dr. Bush's educational background includes: AB from Harvard University PhD from California Institute of Technology Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of Chicago His research primarily focuses on microbial genome evolution, with a particular emphasis on computational approaches to reconstructing the history of genomic island insertions. He has developed the xenoGI method to study horizontal transfer across the tree of life. His work spans computational biology, bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, and molecular biology. Dr. Bush is also interested in the connections between evolutionary biology and artificial intelligence, as evidenced by his Scientific American article "Our Evolutionary Past Can Teach Us about AI's Future." Dr. Bush has published numerous articles with recent work focusing on microbial genome evolution, computational methods for phylogenetic analysis, and interdisciplinary biology education. His publications demonstrate a consistent emphasis on computational approaches to biological problems, with significant contributions to understanding bacterial evolution, DNA methylation patterns, and circadian rhythms in microorganisms. His scientific contributions include: Development of the xenoGI computational method for studying genomic island insertions Research on microbial photoperiodism and circadian rhythms Work on DNA methylation in honey bees and jewel wasps Exploration of connections between evolutionary biology and artificial intelligence Dr. Bush has mentored numerous undergraduate students, as indicated by the asterisks next to student names in his publications. His educational contributions include developing biology-themed computer science courses and integrating computational approaches into biology education. He teaches courses such as Bio 46 (Introduction to biology), CS5 Green (a biology-themed introduction to computer science), Bio 118b (Introduction to computational biology), and Bio 129 (Human evolution). Among his notable public outreach efforts are articles in Scientific American and his WordPress blog, where he writes about evolution, aging, sleep, and other biological topics for a general audience, demonstrating his commitment to science communication beyond academia.

• Perinatal Epidemiology
• Fertility Research
• Assisted Reproductive Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Siri Eldevik Håberg serves as Centre Director of the Centre for Fertility and Health (CEFH), a prestigious Centre of Excellence (SFF) funded by the Norwegian Research Council and hosted by the University of Oslo's Faculty of Medicine. Her primary institutional affiliation is with the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI), where she leads cutting-edge research at the intersection of epidemiology, reproductive health, and public policy. Her research expertise spans perinatal epidemiology, with a focus on fertility problems, fetal loss, and the safety of assisted reproductive technologies (ART). She specializes in integrating national registry data, cohort studies, and biological analyses to investigate genetic and epigenetic associations with pregnancy outcomes. Current projects include large-scale studies on vaccination safety during pregnancy, environmental exposures, and transgenerational health effects. Her methodological strengths include registry-based population studies and advanced genetic epidemiology. Håberg's publication record demonstrates consistent leadership in high-impact reproductive epidemiology, with recent work examining ART outcomes, epigenetic mechanisms, and pandemic-related health impacts. Her research trends show increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly through the ERC Synergy Project on fertility in young adults and the Pregnancy and Childhood Epigenetics Consortium. Centre of Excellence (SFF) grant from Norwegian Research Council Principal Investigator for ERC Synergy Project on fertility Leadership in Nordic registry collaborations for Covid-19 research As Centre Director, she oversees substantial research funding and international collaborations, including the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa). Her team comprises epidemiologists, geneticists, and clinicians working across multiple Nordic institutions. Current initiatives include clinical sampling of young adults to address declining fertility rates in Norway, reflecting her commitment to translating research into public health action.

• Adolescent Mental Health
• Substance Use Disorders
• Behavioral Addictions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cecilia Åslund serves as an Adjunct Professor at Uppsala University's Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine, and as an Adjunct Professor and CEO at the Center for Clinical Research in Västmanland County Council. Her work bridges academic research with clinical practice, focusing on adolescent mental health, substance use, and behavioral addictions. With numerous publications spanning over a decade, she has established herself as a significant contributor to public health research in Sweden. Dr. Åslund's research interests center on adolescent mental health, particularly examining the interplay between genetic factors and environmental influences on behaviors such as substance use and gambling. She investigates how social determinants, parenting styles, and early life experiences shape mental health trajectories from adolescence into adulthood. Her work often employs longitudinal designs and genetic analyses to understand differential susceptibility to environmental factors, with a particular focus on gene-environment interactions involving serotonin and dopamine pathways. Analysis of Dr. Åslund's recent publications reveals a strong focus on adolescent mental health, substance use patterns, and behavioral addictions. Her research increasingly examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and substance use behaviors. She frequently employs sophisticated methodologies including genetic analyses, longitudinal designs, and psychophysiological measures. A notable trend is her exploration of how protective factors (like positive parenting) can mitigate genetic vulnerabilities, contributing to the differential susceptibility framework in developmental psychopathology. Dr. Åslund actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions on studies examining adolescent development, mental health, and substance use. Her work often involves large population-based cohorts and employs interdisciplinary approaches combining psychology, genetics, and public health perspectives. She has contributed to the development of assessment tools such as the Gaming Addiction Identification Test (GAIT) and has investigated various aspects of psychosocial assessment in different contexts including pregnancy.

• Movement Behaviours
• Biomarkers
• Accelerometry
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Victor Ezeugwu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. He is a Physical Therapist and research affiliate with the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. Dr. Ezeugwu is also a member of multiple research institutes including the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI), the Institute for SMart Augmentative and Restorative Technologies and Health Innovations (iSMART), the Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI), and the Sedentary Behaviour Research Network (SBRN). His educational background includes: Postdoctoral Fellowship - Canadian Healthy Infant Longitudinal Development (CHILD) Cohort Study, University of Alberta PhD - Rehabilitation Science, University of Alberta MSc - Physical Therapy, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria BMR - Physical Therapy, University of Nigeria Dr. Ezeugwu's research primarily focuses on precision rehabilitation, utilizing wearable technologies, behaviour change techniques, and ecological approaches to study movement behaviours across the lifespan. His work involves personalizing rehabilitation interventions for individuals living with stroke, Parkinson's disease, frailty, and Long COVID. He has developed expertise in accelerometer-based movement behavior assessment and has contributed significantly to understanding how sedentary behavior impacts health outcomes in various populations, with particular emphasis on compositional approaches that consider physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep together rather than in isolation. Analysis of Dr. Ezeugwu's publication record reveals a strong progression from foundational work on movement behavior patterns to targeted clinical interventions. His recent high-impact publications in journals like The Lancet Neurology demonstrate his growing influence in stroke rehabilitation research. A distinctive theme throughout his work is the application of ecological momentary assessment approaches to understand real-world movement behaviors and develop practical, evidence-based interventions that can be implemented in clinical settings. His research increasingly focuses on precision rehabilitation approaches that integrate multiple movement behaviors rather than addressing them separately. Dr. Ezeugwu teaches PTHER 546 - Adult Neurology, covering theory and application of physical therapy for adults with neurological conditions. The course includes assessment, intervention, outcome evaluation, therapeutic exercise, electrophysical agents, and evidence-based skills. While specific scientific awards are not explicitly mentioned in the available information, his research has been published in high-impact journals including The Lancet Neurology, PLoS One, and Journal of Physical Activity and Health. As a research affiliate with the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Dr. Ezeugwu maintains strong clinical connections that inform his research agenda. His work with the CHILD Cohort Study demonstrates his commitment to longitudinal research that tracks movement behaviors from early childhood through development. His current research program addresses critical gaps in rehabilitation science, particularly in developing evidence-based approaches to reduce sedentary behavior and promote optimal movement patterns across various patient populations and conditions.

• Reproductive Health
• Women's Health
• Nursing
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Dr. Fulya GÖKDEMİR serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at Artvin Coruh University's Faculty of Health Sciences, specializing in the Division of Midwifery, Women's Health and Diseases Nursing. Her academic career spans over two decades, including prior roles as a Lecturer at Artvin Coruh University (2001-2015, 2015-2022) and Kafkas University (2001-2003). Her educational background includes: PhD in Midwifery, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa (2017-2021) MSc in Women's Health Nursing, Atatürk University (2011-2015) BSc in Midwifery, Atatürk University (1996-2000) Dr. GÖKDEMİR's research centers on reproductive health , with emphasis on preconception care, infertility nursing, sexual education, and menstrual health disorders. Her work integrates clinical practice with psychometric scale development, particularly for assessing sleep problems in pregnancy and fertility attitudes. She actively investigates cultural factors influencing reproductive decision-making and healthcare access in Northeastern Turkey. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong methodological focus on scale validation and cross-cultural adaptation of assessment tools, alongside clinical studies on premenstrual syndrome prevalence and obstetric outcomes. Her work frequently appears in high-impact nursing journals, including SCI-Expanded publications. Her scientific recognition includes: Nihat Gökyiğit Academic Incentive Award (2024) for Q1 journal publication TÜBİTAK Publication Incentive Award (2023) Multiple institutional academic achievement awards (2016-2024) Undergraduate academic excellence award from Atatürk University (2000) Dr. GÖKDEMİR directs significant administrative responsibilities as Head of the Midwifery Division (2021-2024) and currently serves on the University Council. Her teaching portfolio includes core courses in family planning, infertility nursing, and women's health clinical practice, with over 18 contact hours weekly. She leads community awareness initiatives on sexual/reproductive health through national artistic activities and holds certifications in infertility nursing and occupational health. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Anadolu Midwives Association (2024-present), Reproductive Health and Infertility Nursing Association (2023-present), and Turkish Midwives Association (2023-present), reflecting her commitment to advancing nursing practice standards.

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
• Developmental Psychology
• Early Childhood Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anne Lise Olsen serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. Based at Blegdamsvej 3, 2200 København N., Denmark, she specializes in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with a clinical affiliation through Region Sjælland. Her research interests encompass critical areas of child development and mental health: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Developmental Psychology Early Childhood Mental Health Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders Regulatory Problems in Infancy Infant Development Dr. Olsen's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on how maternal mental health conditions impact infant development and outcomes. Her 2024 research examines both offspring of mothers with schizophrenia spectrum disorders and the longitudinal effects of regulatory problems in infancy. She employs both cross-sectional and systematic review methodologies, publishing in high-impact journals like Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica and European Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Though specific awards aren't documented in the available information, her publication record indicates recognition within the child psychiatry research community. Her work shows strong collaboration with Danish researchers across institutions, particularly in studies examining developmental trajectories and risk factors in early childhood mental health. Dr. Olsen's research contributes significantly to understanding early identification of at-risk children and informs potential intervention strategies during critical developmental periods, bridging clinical practice with population-based research approaches.

Samantha Miadichمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Pediatric health psychology
• Childhood chronic conditions
• Asthma
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Samantha Miadich, Ph.D., serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology within the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Based in Coburn Hall Room 370F with contact number 978-934-3941, she specializes in pediatric health psychology using advanced methodologies to examine childhood chronic conditions including asthma and sleep disorders through risk/resilience frameworks. Her academic credentials include: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Developmental Psychology and Behavior Genetics, Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ) Ph.D. in Health Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University (2017) M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Ball State University (2010) B.A. in Psychology, University of Dayton (2008) Dr. Miadich's research program integrates behavior genetics with ecological momentary assessment to investigate genetic and environmental contributions to pediatric health outcomes. Her work focuses on objective measurement of sleep, pain, and asthma management in community and urban populations, emphasizing intervention targets through longitudinal modeling. Key methodological approaches include twin studies, actor-partner interdependence modeling, and real-time data collection techniques. Analysis of her 15 publications (2015-2024) reveals consistent investigation of pediatric chronic conditions through genetic-environmental interaction lenses. Her work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication with emphasis on objective sleep measurement, urban health disparities, and family-level influences on child health outcomes. The research trajectory shows progression from asthma management studies toward integrated models examining sleep-pain relationships and genetic contributions to health behaviors. Her scientific recognition includes: NHLBI Fellowship for Effects of Cumulative Risk on Asthma Outcomes in Urban Children and Adolescents (2015) Dr. Miadich currently leads two major funded projects: the NIH Loan Repayment Program award (2023-2025) for Pediatric Lung Function and Asthma in the Broader Health Context, and the Society of Pediatric Psychology Targeted Research Grant (2023-2024) for the Health Advancement and Wellbeing in Kids (HAWK) Study. These projects examine asthma outcomes through comprehensive health frameworks and develop wellbeing interventions for pediatric populations. She directs the HARP Research Lab (Health, Asthma, and Resilience in Pediatric populations), which employs innovative assessment tools including ecological momentary assessment and objective physiological measures. The lab maintains strong collaborations with Arizona State University's research teams, particularly through the Arizona Twin Project examining developmental psychopathology and health resilience mechanisms.