جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Catherine Manathungaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• doctoral education
• transnational university histories
• academic identities
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Catherine Manathunga is a historian and Professor of Education Research at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), where she co-directs the Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre. With over 30 years of experience in Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand universities, she specializes in decolonial and transcultural approaches to doctoral education, academic identity, and the history of international student programs, particularly the Colombo Plan. Her work bridges historical, sociological, and cultural studies to reimagine higher education through Indigenous knowledge systems. Education: BA (First Class Hons), PhD (History) from The University of Queensland; Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from Queensland University of Technology. Her research interrogates neoliberalism in academia, focusing on transcultural supervision pedagogies , epistemic justice , and decolonization of curricula . Collaborative projects span South Africa, China, and South America, emphasizing First Nations and CALD community engagement. She employs postcolonial and poststructural frameworks to address systemic inequities. Recent publications analyze power dynamics in water governance , multilingual doctoral education , and resisting neoliberalism through collegial practices . Her work also explores time mapping as a method to integrate Indigenous and non-Indigenous temporal philosophies into doctoral pedagogy. Scientific Awards: Australian National Carrick Institute Award (2006), AAUT Award (2004), UQ Awards for Enhancing Student Learning (2005, 2004), Promoting Women Fellowship (2004), Irish Studies Scholarship (1992), United Nations Graduate Study Program (1992), Irish Studies Prize (1989). Grants: Australian Research Council Discovery Project (2021-2024), DFAT Australia-China Council (2018-2021), Ako Aotearoa (NZ), HERDSA, and industry partnerships. She supervises doctoral students in transcultural and Indigenous education, including Annette Dupont (2025), Lisa McIlwain (2024), and Kairen Call (2024). Her leadership roles include Chair of the Community of Associate Deans of Research in Education (2021-2024) and advisory contributions to educational reform.

Jonathan Benchimolمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Monetary Economics
• Macroeconomics
• Central Banking
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Benchimol is a researcher at the Bank of Israel's Research Department , specializing in monetary economics, behavioral economics, and central banking. His work often intersects with DSGE modeling, inflation forecasting, and financial stability. Education : Ph.D. from ESSEC Business School (2015) Co-authors : Frequent collaborations with Inon Gamrasni, Michael Kahn, Sophia Kazinnik, Lahcen Bounader, and others. Research Trends : His recent articles focus on monetary-fiscal policy coordination, behavioral inattention in economic decisions, central bank communication during crises, and the impact of sanctions on price dynamics. Keywords include: monetary policy , DSGE models , behavioral economics , inflation forecasting , text mining . Scientific Recognition : Top 5% author in RePEc rankings Associate Editor at International Finance (Wiley) Methodologies : Applies advanced econometric techniques, DSGE frameworks, and R-based text mining tools.

Meredith Harrisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mental Health Epidemiology
• Substance Use Disorders
• Treatment Coverage and Barriers
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Meredith Harris is a Principal Research Fellow at the School of Public Health , The University of Queensland , with leadership roles in the Mental Health Outcomes Research Stream and the QCMHR Business Unit Management Committee . Her work focuses on national and global mental health epidemiology, treatment coverage, comorbidities, and policy implications. Her research integrates findings from the 2020–22 Australian National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing and the WHO World Mental Health Surveys , addressing issues such as suicidal ideation, barriers to care, and service effectiveness. Her recent publications highlight trends in treatment patterns, comorbidity analysis, and trauma-informed frameworks. Mental Health Epidemiology Global Treatment Coverage Comorbidity Studies Public Health Policy Health Services Research She contributes to evaluating clinical models like the Link-me decision support tool and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research . Her role involves critical analysis of health outcomes and implementation science in mental health systems.

Annie Banburyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Digital Health
• Telehealth
• Health Literacy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Annie Banbury is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Health Services Research at The University of Queensland. With over 25 years of experience in health sectors across Australia and the UK, her work focuses on telehealth , digital health literacy , and patient engagement for older adults and caregivers of people with dementia. Her research includes Co-designing peer support interventions via group videoconferencing Validating questionnaires to assess telehealth acceptability Addressing digital divides and interpreter service challenges in telehealth Scientific awards include Highly Commended in the National Drug and Alcohol Awards 2011 for the Mull Hypothesis Study Recent articles highlight her leadership in evaluating telehealth expansion, training staff in residential aged care, and integrating digital tools for cancer care , wound care , and dementia support .

• Economic Development
• International Aid Flows
• Religion and Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Matthew Clarke serves as Deakin Distinguished Professor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation at Deakin University, with previous roles including Pro Vice-Chancellor Research Development (2020-2023) and Head of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (2011-2020). He is affiliated with the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation and co-founded the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership, a collaboration with Save the Children Australia working with over 20 international NGOs. His educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy from Victoria University of Technology Master of Arts from Monash University Graduate Certificate of Higher Education from Deakin University Bachelor of Economics from Monash University Professor Clarke's research maintains a human-centered focus on economic development, international aid flows, and religion and development, drawing on over three decades of international development experience. His work bridges academic research with practical humanitarian applications, with particular attention to Pacific regional dynamics, faith-based organizations in development contexts, and inclusive approaches for marginalized communities. His leadership has been instrumental in establishing Deakin's humanitarian education programs, including the University's first MOOC in humanitarian disasters. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory examining humanitarian leadership ethics, development effectiveness, and the intersection of religion with aid work. His research spans both theoretical frameworks and applied policy implications, with growing attention to disability inclusion in humanitarian contexts and Pacific regional politics. Professor Clarke's scholarly contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards: Alfred Deakin Professor (2019) Fulbright Scholar, Non-Profit Leadership (2017-2018) Deakin University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Global Experiences (2016) Deakin University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Research (2008) He has secured significant research funding from diverse sources including DFAT, Save the Children, World Vision, and multiple international universities. His current major projects include a $600,000 agreement with Barwon Health (2024-2028) and a $420,863 project addressing technology-facilitated domestic violence in Pacific Island nations. Professor Clarke has supervised over 20 PhD candidates to completion across diverse topics from humanitarian leadership to Pacific geopolitics. As co-founder of the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership, he has helped build an initiative that has trained hundreds of humanitarian workers from over 70 countries and secured millions in funding. His leadership as DVC Research and Innovation focuses on expanding Deakin's research partnerships with industry, international universities, and research providers to enhance both research quality and real-world impact.

• Public Health
• Health Psychology
• Qualitative Research Methods
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Shona Crabb serves as the Deputy Dean (People & Culture) for the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Adelaide. She is a social scientist and qualitative researcher specializing in community perspectives on health risks, health promotion, and the social context of health behaviors. Her work intersects public health, psychology, and gender studies, with a focus on alcohol consumption, breast cancer risk, parenting, and workplace culture. She actively supervises Masters and PhD students and champions diversity and collaboration within her faculty.

• Forensic Entomology
• Maggot/Microbe Interactions
• Blowfly Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Michelle Harvey is an academic at Deakin University's Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment, with a focus on blowfly biology and its applications in forensic, medical, and veterinary contexts. She serves as Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning, and is affiliated with the Centre for Sustainable Bio-Products. PhD, University of Western Australia Master of Forensic Science, University of Western Australia Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, Deakin University Bachelor of Arts (Chinese), University of Queensland Bachelor of Science (Entomology), University of Queensland Bachelor of Science in Zoology, University of Western Australia Her research priorities include: Blowfly biology and behavior Maggot/microbe interactions Forensic entomology Medical and veterinary entomology Flystrike management Wound therapy applications Recent publications focus on decomposition dynamics in aquatic environments, forensic DNA transfer, and entomological contributions to postmortem interval estimation. Key articles examine biomass loss as PMI indicators, DNA quality degradation from insect activity, and maggot/microbe interactions in forensic contexts. Scientific Recognition: 2013 Winston Churchill Fellow 2005 Western Australia Woman of the Year (Science) 2003-2004 Sir Keith Murdoch Fellow 2002 Young Australian of the Year Finalist 2001-2002 Rotary Ambassadorial Fellow As supervisor, she has guided: Dr Bianca Szkuta (2017) Dr Natalie Gasz (2020) Dr Sarah Bray (2024) Current PhD candidates including Michaela Storen and Madison Bone

• Construction Safety
• Mental Health in Construction
• Gender Diversity in Construction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Riza Yosia Sunindijo serves as Deputy Head of School (Research) at UNSW School of Built Environment, where he has been a full-time academic since 2013 after joining as sessional staff in 2009. A top 2% scientist according to Stanford University, he holds PhD and Master's degrees from UNSW and Petra Christian University, along with professional memberships in the Australian Institute of Building (MAIB) and Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB). His career spans significant administrative roles including Undergraduate Coordinator (2014-2017) and Director of Postgraduate Research (2018-2020). Sunindijo's research focuses on construction safety, mental health, gender diversity, and disaster management—particularly in developing countries. His work examines psychosocial hazards, women's empowerment in construction, and health/safety integration in procurement processes. He has developed frameworks for positive mental health in construction workers and safety climate improvement in Indonesian contexts. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in construction mental health (35% of output), gender diversity (25%), and safety culture (20%), with growing emphasis on AI applications and pandemic-related stressors. His work spans global contexts but maintains strong focus on Indonesia and developing nations. Research, Development and Technology Professional Excellence award (AIB NSW Chapter, 2025) Social Impact Award for PsycheGuard project (UNSW Founders, 2024) Exemplary Teaching Practice Award (UNSW, 2022) Australian Institute of Building Teaching Excellence Award (2019) Built Environment Staff Excellence Award (2016, 2014) As Director of Postgraduate Research (2018-2020), Sunindijo supervised numerous HDR candidates while securing major grants including a $2.3M Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet project on women in construction and $140k from NSW WHS Centre for small business safety frameworks. His current research includes the PsycheGuard mental health initiative and Indigenous procurement policy evaluations. Through UNSW-Indonesia collaborations and fieldwork in Jakarta, Sunindijo leads projects addressing hospital disaster preparedness and construction safety in developing economies, maintaining strong industry connections through organizations like the Australian Institute of Building.

Melissa Nottمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rural Health
• Healthy Ageing
• Neurorehabilitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Melissa Nott is an Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow at Charles Sturt University's Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, specializing in rural healthcare, healthy ageing, and neurorehabilitation. She previously taught and led research in the School of Community Health. Education: BAppSc (Occupational Therapy) Hons, PhD, GradCert (Learning & Teaching) Her research focuses on co-designed, culturally safe healthcare initiatives for rural communities, First Nations peoples, and individuals with intellectual disabilities. She pioneers telehealth/virtual care applications and translational research to bridge evidence-to-practice gaps. Recent publications highlight her work in telehealth sustainability, cognitive strategy assessment (PRPP system), and aging well programs. She advocates for stakeholder-driven research methodologies and evidence-based practice in occupational therapy. Scientific Awards Charles Sturt Excellence Award (2021) Western NSW Local Health District Health Research Award (2025) Nott mentors clinicians and early-career researchers while securing grants for projects like the $600,000 ON-TRAC mental health initiative. She leads the Ageing Well in Rural and Regional Australia program and participates in national research networks such as the Occupational Performance Coaching Network.

Vindhya Weeratungaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Human Resource Management
• Systems Thinking
• Employee Engagement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Vindhya Weeratunga is a Lecturer in the School of Business at UNSW Canberra, combining her extensive HR practitioner/CEO experience with academic research. As a mixed-methods researcher, she investigates human resource management, systems thinking applications to complex organizational problems, and adaptive leadership frameworks. PhD in Management, UNSW Canberra MBA (Merit), University of Sri Jayewardenepura BSc (Magna Cum Laude), Goldey-Beacom College Her research focuses on enhancing employee outcomes through analyzing flexible work arrangements, hybrid working productivity, employee engagement metrics, and worker well-being across demographic groups. Current projects include studying hybrid work knowledge workers' productivity and facilitating adaptive leadership workshops. From 2020-2024 publications, her work spans flexible work implementation, pandemic work practices, cross-cultural HR adaptations, and systems thinking applications in public sector organizations. Key research trends include job demands-resources theory, data-driven HR decision making, and cultural dimensions affecting engagement. 2024 O'Leary Prize for Gender and Public Administration Scholarship She supervises research in human resource management, future of work, and employee well-being areas while teaching courses ZBUS8314 People and Systems, ZBUS8315 Driving Performance, and ZBUS1101 Organizational Behaviour.

Pamela Patrickمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Educational Psychology
• Mental Health in Education
• Inclusive School Communities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pamela Patrick is a Lecturer at the School of Educational Psychology & Counselling , Monash University , and a Board-Approved Supervisor. Her research focuses on cultivating inclusive school communities, advancing teacher and student wellbeing, and supporting underrepresented groups in education, with expertise in the Delphi technique and mixed-methods research. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (2020), Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology (2016) Research Interests include: Intergenerational impact of parental mental illness on adult children Teacher wellbeing, burnout, and compassion fatigue Supporting LGBTQIA+ students in schools Delphi technique and participatory action research methodologies Post-COVID-19 student mental health and school engagement Recent Publications highlight trends in educator wellbeing, systemic mental health support in schools, and Delphi-based program design. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education. Scientific Awards: Mollie Holman Medal (2020) EPC Excellence in Teaching (2024) MEA Education Excellence (2025) Professional Contributions include peer reviewing for Advances in Mental Health and Frontiers in Psychology , and collaborative projects like the School Refusal Clinic Program Evaluation . She actively engages in media commentary on school wellbeing and attendance issues.

• Education Networks
• Inclusive Education
• Teacher Training
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Richard O'Donovan is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Curriculum, Teaching & Inclusive Education at Monash University. His research focuses on inclusive education, teacher training, and pedagogical frameworks. Affiliation : Monash University (School of Curriculum, Teaching & Inclusive Education) Email : richard.odonovan@monash.edu Research Interests include education networks, social capital in schools, pedagogical reasoning, and curriculum development for students with intellectual disabilities. He explores the intersection of reflective thinking, resilience, and professionalism in student fieldwork performance. Recent Publications address topics like teacher graduate destination preferences, learning community typologies, inter-school network benefits, and pedagogical equilibrium models. His work often integrates Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in educational equity. Scientific Awards Monash Warwick Alliance Activation Award (2023) Monash University Learning & Teaching Research Grant (2019) Projects span professional development for gender equity workforces, fieldwork performance metrics, and mathematics curriculum reforms. Collaborations extend across Australia, the UK, and Asia.

• Biological Oceanography
• Fisheries Oceanography
• Ecosystem Restoration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniel Harrison is an Associate Professor at Southern Cross University ’s Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a PhD in Biological Oceanography from the University of Sydney and has held roles including Senior Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow. Education: BEng (Civil), MPhil (Oceanography), PhD (Biological Oceanography) — University of Sydney His research focuses on evaluating engineering interventions in marine systems to improve ecological, environmental, and societal outcomes. Key areas include biogeochemistry , coral reef restoration , ecoengineering , and geoengineering . He specializes in integrating empirical field measurements with computational modeling to address human impacts on marine ecosystems. Scientific Awards: Myer Innovation Fellowship (2017) Mid-Career Researcher Award for Research Excellence (2022) He leads the Cooling and Shading sub-program within the Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program and is affiliated with the National Marine Science Centre. He is a member of the Australian Coral Reef Society, Australian Marine Science Association, and American Geophysical Union.

• Tobacco smoking cessation
• Indigenous health
• Refugee health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Gillian Gould is a leading academic in health equity and tobacco cessation, holding the rank of Professor in the Faculty of Health at Southern Cross University . She is also an active General Practitioner with over 30 years of experience and a certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Her clinical work includes co-founding the Coffs Harbour Refugee Health Clinic in 2006. Previously, she was a founding academic and Head of Campus at the UNSW Faculty of Medicine Rural Clinical School from 2002 to 2011. Education: MBChB – University of Leeds, UK Diploma in Drama – University of Auckland, New Zealand (1980) Graduate Diploma in Experiential & Creative Arts Therapy – Melbourne Institute for Experiential & Creative Arts Therapy (1999) MA by Supervision in Experiential & Creative Arts Therapy – Melbourne Institute (2003) PhD in Public Health and Tropical Medicine – James Cook University (2015) Postgraduate Certificate in Media and Medicine – Harvard Medical School (2020) Research Focus: Professor Gould’s research is centered on health equity , particularly in tobacco cessation among Indigenous Australians , refugee health , and women’s health during pregnancy . She co-developed the SISTAQUIT and iSISTAQUIT interventions, which are culturally tailored smoking cessation programs for Indigenous pregnant women. These programs have been scaled nationally and are now being adapted globally. Her work also explores multi-behavioural health interventions targeting smoking, nutrition, alcohol, and physical activity among refugee populations. Her research is translational, moving from formative studies to national implementation within a decade. Scientific Awards & Recognition: NHMRC Translating Research into Practice (TRIP) Fellow Co-funded Fellowship by Cancer Institute NSW Supervision & Mentorship: Professor Gould has successfully supervised 6 PhD students to completion and is currently supervising 3 PhD students . Her supervision focuses on Indigenous health, tobacco cessation, and refugee health research. Labs & Clinics: She co-founded the Coffs Harbour Refugee Health Clinic and maintains an active clinical role as a GP and Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Her work bridges academic research and frontline clinical care, especially in regional and underserved communities.

• Adventure Psychology
• Extreme Sports
• Nature-Based Interventions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eric Brymer is an Associate Professor in the Human Sciences department within the Faculty of Health at Southern Cross University, Gold Coast, Australia. His academic work centers on the intersection of adventure, extreme sports, and nature-based contexts with human health and wellbeing. Education: PhD from University of Wollongong (UoW) Research Interests: Dr. Brymer investigates the psychological mechanisms through which adventure activities and nature immersion enhance wellbeing, with particular focus on ecological dynamics frameworks and human-environment interactions. His work spans nature prescribing, social prescribing, and the design of evidence-based interventions for mental health improvement. He examines how extreme sports contexts foster psychological growth while addressing critical issues of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in adventure tourism. His research integrates phenomenological perspectives with practical applications in clinical, educational, and community settings. Publication Trends: Brymer's recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward nature-based healthcare solutions, with increasing emphasis on social prescribing frameworks, community implementation, and health equity. His work bridges adventure psychology with public health, showing strong methodological diversity through mixed-methods approaches, Delphi consensus studies, and ecological dynamics applications. A recurring theme is the operationalization of human-nature relationships into measurable wellbeing outcomes, particularly through mindfulness mechanisms and affordance theory. Professional Recognition: AHPRA registered psychologist with sport and exercise psychology endorsement Board approved supervisor status Chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society Supervision and Community Engagement: As an experienced research supervisor, Brymer actively mentors higher degree research students and encourages prospective candidates to contact him regarding potential projects. He maintains strong community partnerships to translate research into practical applications, particularly in nature-based health interventions and adventure sports safety. His work with Australian healthcare systems focuses on developing implementable nature prescribing frameworks that address real-world barriers to adoption.