جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Aditya Khannaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Epidemiology
• Health Equity
• HIV Prevention
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Aditya Khanna is an Associate Professor in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University. His research focuses on computational modeling of biobehavioral health systems to advance health equity, particularly addressing HIV prevention among sexual and gender minorities (SGM), especially persons of color. He also investigates substance use, incarceration impacts, breast cancer screening, and pandemic responses through network-based approaches. Key research interests include agent-based modeling, computational epidemiology, criminal legal systems analysis, and network models. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians, statisticians, and community stakeholders to develop data-driven public health strategies. His work emphasizes filling empirical gaps in understanding how public health challenges spread through networked populations, such as among persons involved with the criminal legal system (PCLS). Recent projects include modeling HIV transmission dynamics, evaluating intervention strategies for marginalized groups, and analyzing social determinants of health. Dr. Khanna has led modeling efforts for major public health initiatives, including integrating molecular epidemiology and contact tracing for HIV disruption. His research highlights the importance of network analysis in optimizing interventions and policy reforms. No scientific awards are listed in the provided materials. His advising and grants involve collaborations on computational modeling projects, though specific grant details are not specified here.

Anarina Murilloمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biostatistics
• Public Health
• Health Disparities & Equity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anarina Murillo, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Biostatistics on the Teaching Scholar Track at Brown University’s Department of Biostatistics. She holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from Arizona State University. Her career includes a NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Nutrition Obesity Research Center and Visiting Faculty appointments at NYU’s Global Public Health School. She has extensive experience leading clinical research collaborations with Advance-CTR, Hasbro Children’s Hospital, and Women & Infants Hospital. Her research focuses on health disparities, chronic disease epidemiology, and implementation science. Methodologically, she specializes in mathematical modeling of public health interventions, measurement error correction in nutrition studies, and big data analytics. She designs curricula integrating data science principles across undergraduate and graduate education. Key awards include the NIH NHLBI PRIDE RISE Fellowship (2020) and University of Pennsylvania’s CICADA Scholars Program (2022). Her work bridges statistical rigor with practical healthcare challenges, emphasizing equity in clinical trial design and community-based interventions. Her recent publications explore opioid analgesia education for pediatric trainees, infant dietary interventions to prevent obesity, and modeling SARS-CoV-2 transmission dynamics. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address systemic barriers in healthcare access and provider training.

• Substance Use and Misuse
• Harm Reduction
• Drug-Crime Connections
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Katy Holloway is a leading academic in Criminology at the University of South Wales. Her research focuses on substance use, harm reduction, and drug-crime connections, with a particular emphasis on policy evaluation and public health interventions. She has held roles such as Chair of the Kaleidoscope Research, Development and Innovation Foundation and serves on UK and Welsh Government advisory boards, including the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs and the National Implementation Board for Drug Poisoning Prevention. Her work addresses issues like opioid substitution therapy, minimum alcohol pricing, and LGBTQ+ substance use experiences. Holloway has led numerous projects funded by Welsh Government and Health Care Research Wales, evaluating treatments like Buvidal and Substance Use Officers in probation services. Her teaching includes module leadership for 'Drug Interventions' at the MSc level. Recent publications explore pandemic impacts on substance misuse services, overdose prevention, and policy adaptations. Education: PhD in Criminology, University of Cambridge (2000) MPhil in Criminology, University of Cambridge (1994) Research Interests: Substance misuse, harm reduction strategies, drug policy evaluation, overdose prevention, alcohol pricing policies, university student substance use, and LGBTQ+ health disparities. Her interdisciplinary approach combines qualitative and quantitative methods to inform evidence-based interventions. Awards: Partnership Award (2019) Grants & Projects: Evaluation of Buvidal (Welsh Government-funded, 2023–2025) Study on post-release substance use among prisoners (co-led with Public Health Wales, 2024–2026) Qualitative analysis of heroin-using lifestyles (KEIF-funded, 2024–2025) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Barod and Kaleidoscope, Dyfodol, IRIS consortia, and the UK ACMD. Active in steering groups for substance use officers in probation services and naloxone distribution initiatives.

William Pelfrey Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Policing
• Terrorism prevention
• Spatial analysis of crime
• +۶ مورد دیگر

William Pelfrey Jr. is a Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, holding dual appointments in the Department of Criminal Justice and the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. His expertise spans policing strategies, terrorism prevention, and spatial crime analysis, with extensive applied research for federal, state, and local public safety agencies. His educational foundation includes: B.S. in Psychology from Western Carolina University M.S. in Clinical Psychology from Radford University Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from Temple University Pelfrey's research program systematically examines law enforcement efficacy through mixed-methods approaches, focusing on police use of force, crime pattern analysis, cyberbullying dynamics, and terrorism prevention. His work bridges theoretical criminology with practical program evaluation, particularly in juvenile crime reduction, drug treatment courts, and body-worn camera implementation. The psychology of offenders and victimization effects on adolescent behavior form critical components of his interdisciplinary investigations. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals increasing emphasis on homeland security infrastructure and emergency management systems, with recent work examining mass notification effectiveness and crisis intervention team implementations. His scholarship consistently applies theoretical frameworks like General Strain Theory to contemporary issues including cyberbullying and school safety, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary collaboration across psychology, urban studies, and public policy domains. His scientific recognition includes: Faculty Development Fellowship from Virginia Commonwealth University (2018) for terrorism and radicalization research in Lebanon Residential Fellowship at the Max Planck Institute (2016) for terrorism learning studies Pelfrey has secured substantial research funding as principal investigator for projects evaluating drug courts, juvenile crime initiatives, cyberbullying interventions, and homeland security protocols. Through his leadership roles in the Criminal Justice Research Alliance and Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Public Policy Committee, he directly informs national policy discussions and provides expert media commentary on crime trends and law enforcement practices. He maintains active research partnerships with international institutions including the Max Planck Institute and contributes to scholarly discourse through editorial work for top-tier journals such as Justice Quarterly and the Journal of Criminal Justice.

Toby Helliwellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Global Health
• Primary Care Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Toby Helliwell is a Senior Lecturer in General Practice and Global Health at Keele University's School of Medicine, where he also serves as Primary Care Lead for Global Health. He holds a medical degree from Birmingham University, a Master's in Medicine, and a PhD in musculoskeletal general practice. His roles include GP partner in North Staffordshire, fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners, and clinical research scholar. His research focuses on non-communicable diseases, musculoskeletal conditions (e.g., polymyalgia rheumatica), global health systems, and improving primary care in resource-limited settings. He has contributed to international partnerships with institutions in Africa and Asia. Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, including supervision of PhD/MPhil students. Recent research highlights include studies on opioid management, gabapentinoid prescribing trends, and musculoskeletal health in agricultural workers. He has published extensively in rheumatology and primary care journals. Global Health collaborations: Formal partnerships in Eastern/Southern Africa and South/East Asia Key awards: Fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners Primary care innovation: Pharmacist-led reviews for chronic conditions

Martin Frisherمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Services Research
• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Psychology of Addiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martin Frisher is a Reader in Health Services Research at Keele University's School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy, Department of Medicines Management. He has been with the institution since 1997. His research focuses on pharmacoepidemiology, psychology of addiction, and medical decision-making, with a strong emphasis on chronic disease comorbidity and healthcare utilization. He teaches research methods and addiction psychology. Dr. Frisher's work bridges epidemiological analysis with clinical practice, examining how musculoskeletal pain impacts outcomes in cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, and mental health conditions. He also investigates substance misuse patterns, particularly in older adults, and the effectiveness of healthcare services like emergency contraception provision in community pharmacies. His recent studies highlight the pandemic's impact on musculoskeletal service referrals and the role of electronic health records in linking dementia markers to clinical outcomes. Educational Background: Psychology and Epidemiology Key Research Themes: Pharmacovigilance, addiction behavioral models, health service optimization Teaching: Research methods and addiction psychology courses His publications span over two decades, addressing topics such as opioid overdose prevention, psychotropic prescribing in prisons, and the interplay between metabolic health and depression. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive collaborative projects with organizations like the Keele Centre for Medicines Optimisation reflect his leadership in translational health research. Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed in the text, though his role implies mentorship of research projects in allied health. He is affiliated with the Virtual Patient project and contributes to pharmacy education innovation.

Keisha Solomonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Applied Microeconomics
• Mental Health Policy
• Substance Use Treatment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Keisha Solomon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Howard University, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on applied microeconomics, particularly mental health, substance use treatment, policy evaluation, causal inference, labor economics, and health equity. She holds a PhD in Economics from Temple University. Education: PhD in Economics, Temple University Research Interests: Dr. Solomon examines intersections of healthcare policy, addiction treatment, and systemic inequities. Her work includes evaluating emergency department protocols for opioid use disorder, analyzing mental health insurance parity laws' impact on education, and exploring harm reduction strategies for substance users. She employs causal inference methods to assess policy outcomes in healthcare access and labor markets. Publications: Over a dozen peer-reviewed articles since 2018, primarily addressing opioid crisis interventions, mental health policy, and healthcare disparities. Recent work emphasizes emergency department buprenorphine protocols and pandemic-era substance use treatment challenges. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or advisee names listed in available texts. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Howard University's Economics Department research initiatives but specific lab/team details not provided.

Shira Goldenbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health
• Epidemiology
• Global Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Shira Goldenberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at San Diego State University (SDSU), and the Track Director for the Epidemiology program in the Joint Doctoral Program. Her work focuses on health equity, migration, and marginalized populations, particularly sex workers and im/migrant communities. She leads research on structural barriers to healthcare access, overdose prevention, and the impacts of criminalization and policy on vulnerable groups. Educational background details are not explicitly provided in the text, but her role as a Track Director suggests advanced academic credentials in epidemiology. Her research spans multiple countries including Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, and Uganda, emphasizing global health disparities. Key research interests include: (1) Structural violence and health inequities among sex workers, (2) Immigration policies and health access, (3) Overdose prevention strategies, (4) Gender and racial disparities in healthcare, and (5) Intersectional approaches to public health. Her work combines quantitative epidemiology with qualitative community-based studies. Recent studies highlight the role of criminalization in exacerbating health risks for sex workers, the impact of pandemic-related disruptions on im/migrant health services, and innovative interventions like community-administered naloxone programs. Her articles frequently address policy implications for improving healthcare equity. Dr. Goldenberg collaborates with sex worker-led organizations and migrant communities to ensure participatory research practices. She advocates for evidence-based policies that address systemic barriers to healthcare, particularly for populations facing legal or social marginalization. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Joint Doctoral Program at SDSU, and partners with community-based organizations in Vancouver, Tijuana, and border regions. Research projects often involve interdisciplinary teams focusing on migrant health and harm reduction.

Teena Willoughbyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Psychology
• Adolescent Mental Health
• Adolescent Brain Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Teena Willoughby is a Professor of Psychology at Brock University, specializing in adolescent development. Her research focuses on health-risk behaviors, mental health, and brain development during adolescence, with a particular interest in how solitude and sociability influence adjustment. She employs longitudinal studies, physiological measurements (e.g., ERP, heart rate variability), and actigraphy to explore developmental pathways. Her work addresses sensitive periods in adolescence and their implications for both risks (e.g., self-injury, substance use) and positive outcomes (e.g., academic success). Education: Ph.D. in Psychology. Research interests include the interplay between shyness, impulsivity, and peer dynamics, as well as the neurobiological underpinnings of emotional regulation. Her lab investigates EEG resting states, boredom proneness, and the effects of peer presence on neural activity. Publications highlight trends in adolescent mental health generational shifts, longitudinal associations between impulsivity and dishonesty, and the role of solitude in maladaptive outcomes. She has contributed to understanding video game effects on aggression and pro-social behaviors, as well as the link between sleep quality and psychosocial adjustment at university. Her research integrates diverse methodologies to dissect developmental trajectories, emphasizing both individual differences and contextual factors. The lab’s work is frequently published in top journals, with a focus on translational insights for prevention and intervention strategies.

Beidi Dongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Firearm Violence and Policy
• Crime/Violence Prevention
• Punishment and Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Beidi Dong is an Associate Professor of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University. His work focuses on firearm violence prevention, crime and place dynamics, life-course criminology, and computational social science methods. He holds a PhD from the University of Florida and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania. His research integrates life-course and socio-contextual perspectives to address community violence, health disparities, and policy interventions. Dr. Dong’s educational background includes a BSS in Sociology from the University of Hong Kong, followed by advanced training in criminology, biostatistics, and epidemiology. His teaching spans theoretical criminology, research methods, and crime-place relationships. He has advised graduate students on topics such as mass shootings and crime prevention strategies. His research portfolio includes over 30 peer-reviewed publications analyzing micro-place crime patterns, gun policy impacts, and health-crime intersections. Key themes include the co-occurrence of crime hotspots with poor health outcomes, the role of social media in policing communication, and the developmental pathways linking substance use and handgun carrying among youth. No academic awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in applying computational methods to criminological challenges.

• Compassion Research
• Mental Health
• Psychotherapy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Paul Gilbert is a Research Professor at the HSC Research Institute, affiliated with the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. His work focuses on compassion, mental health, and psychotherapeutic interventions, with a particular emphasis on compassion-focused therapy (CFT). He has authored numerous papers and books on topics including compassion scales, emotional regulation, and the evolutionary basis of mental health challenges. Key research interests include the development of compassion-based assessments (e.g., CEAS, FRMS), the role of compassion in mental health treatment, and its physiological correlates (e.g., HRV, immunological markers). His work spans clinical populations such as individuals with depression, psychosis, and substance use disorders, as well as educational and correctional settings. Dr. Gilbert has pioneered interventions like Compassionate Mind Training (CMT) for teachers, pupils, and detained youth. His research highlights the importance of social safeness, threat management, and the integration of evolutionary theory into psychotherapy. Collaborations include studies on mindfulness, meditation, and the impact of compassion on cellular processes. Awards and grants are not explicitly mentioned, but his extensive publication record reflects sustained academic contributions. He is associated with teams developing therapeutic programs such as PSYCHOPATHY.COMP for juvenile offenders and CMT-Pupils for schools.

Jeffrey B Stuewigمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychopathology
• Moral Emotions
• Recidivism Prevention
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Stuewig is an Associate Professor researching developmental psychopathology and criminal behavior interventions at George Mason University. His NIH-funded work examines shame/guilt dynamics in offender rehabilitation. Core research areas: Moral emotion pathways to antisocial behavior Substance abuse treatment efficacy Recidivism prediction models Jail-based intervention design Publication trends focus on psychological mechanisms influencing criminal recidivism, with recent work emphasizing: Personality disorder comorbidities Long-term behavioral outcomes Measurement methodology advances Current grant: NIDA-funded RCT of jail-based substance abuse treatment

Jeffrey A. Cieslaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Depression Risk Factors
• Rumination
• Maladaptive Beliefs
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey A. Ciesla is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at Kent State University and Director of the Applied Psychology Center. He earned his Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2004. His research focuses on cognitive and stress-related risk factors for depression, including rumination, maladaptive beliefs, and models of life stress (e.g., stress sensitization, autonomy models). He also specializes in advanced statistical techniques such as structural equation modeling (SEM) and hierarchical linear modeling (HLM) in psychopathology research. Key research areas include transgender mental health, minority stress, and the interplay between cognitive processes and emotional disorders. Dr. Ciesla’s work has explored topics such as the impact of weight stigma on eating behaviors, legislative effects on transgender youth mental health, and cannabis use outcomes. He frequently teaches courses like Introduction to Adult Psychopathology and Quantitative Methods. His recent articles highlight methodological innovations (e.g., improving depression scale scoring) and applied research on marginalized populations. Notably, studies examine post-operative outcomes for transgender individuals, stress-related legislative impacts, and cognitive biases in anxiety. Dr. Ciesla’s contributions span clinical, statistical, and public health domains, emphasizing translational research with practical implications.

Dike van de Mheenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Addiction
• Public Health
• Care Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dike van de Mheen is a Full Professor at Tilburg University's Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (Tranzo). She holds expertise in addiction research, public health, and care for vulnerable groups. Her roles include directorships at IVO Addiction Research Institute and professorships at Erasmus University Rotterdam and Maastricht University. She has collaborated with over 75 societal partners via Academic Collaborative Centers. Education: PhD in Health Sciences from Maastricht University (1998), Mastertrack teaching in Health, Wellbeing & Society. Research Interests: Focuses on addiction (substances and behaviors), public health policy, and preventive care. Her work integrates co-creation with societal stakeholders. Recent Articles: Her 2025 studies include systematic reviews on alcohol screening tools and realist evaluations of interventions for older adults. 2024 work includes typology analysis of alcohol abstinence participants and a systematic review on mental health-related sickness absence recurrence. Grants & Labs: Leads projects like the Recovery Colleges cost-effectiveness study. Active in Tranzo’s interdisciplinary research teams addressing healthcare challenges.

Jennifer L. Templeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Caffeine Effects on Adolescents
• Food Reinforcement
• Eating Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jennifer L. Temple, PhD, is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Nutrition and Health Research Laboratory at the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions. Her research focuses on the neurobiological and behavioral factors influencing ingestive behavior, particularly in adolescents and children. Key areas include caffeine's physiological effects, food reinforcement dynamics, and the relationship between food consumption and obesity. She leads studies funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), examining mechanisms underlying gender differences in caffeine sensitivity and the role of food reinforcement in weight gain. Temple’s work bridges basic science and applied public health, emphasizing translational research to address global health challenges. She actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students through hands-on involvement in all research phases, including data collection and manuscript preparation. Her laboratory investigates topics such as the impact of food variety on eating behavior, the influence of socioeconomic factors on food choices, and the physiological responses to environmental stressors like heat exposure in occupational settings. Current projects include a double-blind, dose-response study on chronic caffeine effects in adolescents and longitudinal analyses of food reinforcement sensitization in relation to BMI changes. Temple also explores how economic scarcity and food insecurity shape reinforcement pathology and decision-making processes, with implications for public health policy.