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Interests: The department focuses on comprehensive pediatric care with research interests in neonatal and pediatric critical care, pediatric infectious diseases, and childhood respiratory disorders. Additional areas include pediatric gastroenterology, growth and developmental pediatrics, and the prevention and management of chronic childhood illnesses. Emphasis is placed on translational research, evidence-based clinical practice, and improving child health outcomes through multidisciplinary approaches.
Interests: Dr. Lisa Marie Portugal’s research focuses on online education, student engagement, and leadership in higher education. Her interests include adult learning theory, diversity leadership, instructional technology, and improving student success and retention in virtual learning environments.
Interests: Genetic Epidemiology, Behavior Genetics, and Methods Development, with a focus on identifying genetic and environmental determinants of complex traits and diseases. Emphasis on integrating genomic, phenotypic, and population-level data to understand gene–environment interactions. Development and application of advanced statistical and computational methods for genetic association studies, polygenic risk modeling, and longitudinal analysis.
Interests: Research focuses on the interplay between affective status, psychological stress, cognition, and personality in shaping mental and physical health outcomes. Emphasis is placed on understanding how exercise and lifestyle factors modulate brain function, emotional regulation, and overall health. A key area of interest includes neuroimmune mechanisms underlying stress-related disorders and cognitive changes. The work integrates behavioral, physiological, and biological markers to elucidate mind–body interactions.
Interests: Sleep–wake disorders, neural correlates of psychopathology, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), neurobiological mechanisms of psychological disorders, strategic therapeutic approaches, clinical neuroscience, behavioral assessment, translational research.
Interests: Research focuses on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the etiology, assessment, and treatment of substance and behavioral addictions. A key area includes global mental health, with emphasis on cross-cultural perspectives and mental health care disparities. Additional interests address mental health stigma and discrimination and their impact on help-seeking, treatment access, and recovery outcomes. The work aims to inform inclusive, evidence-based interventions and public health policies.
Interests: Research focuses on autoimmune diseases with emphasis on the role of autoantibodies in disease initiation and progression. Key interests include inflammatory mechanisms underlying rheumatic diseases and their clinical manifestations. The work integrates immunopathology with clinical rheumatology to improve diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic strategies. A translational approach is used to bridge laboratory findings with patient-centered clinical care.
Interests: Research interests focus on psychology and mental health with emphasis on cognitive and affective processes in clinical populations. Key areas include psychological assessment, stress-related disorders, and the interaction between mental and physical health. The work integrates clinical psychology with medical settings to improve patient-centered care. Attention is also given to translational research linking psychological theory with hospital-based practice.
Interests: Periodontology, oral oncology, and preventive dentistry. Key interests include the diagnosis, treatment, and management of periodontal diseases and oral cancers. Additional focus is on strategies to promote oral health and prevent dental and systemic complications.
Interests: Research focuses on emotional regulation in children and adolescents, with particular emphasis on developmental trajectories of anxiety and depressive disorders. Key interests include neural and hormonal mechanisms underlying psychopathology, especially the roles of testosterone and estradiol in attention, affect, and behavior. Additional areas include psychological assessment, infant behavior, and early developmental processes. The work integrates neuroendocrine, developmental, and clinical approaches to better understand mental health across the lifespan.
Interests: Cognitive Sciences, Cognitive Neurosciences, Neuroimaging, Applied Clinical Neuropsychology, Brain ( Cranial ) Imaging, Traditional Medicine, Homeopathic Medicine and, Combination of Medical And, Psychological trends for eradicating illnesses / sicknesses
Interests: Dr. James Stoxen specializes in advanced biomechanics and the prevention of age-related diseases. His work combines clinical innovation with cutting-edge approaches to enhance athletic performance and longevity.
Interests: Neurodegenerative processes and Alzheimer’s disease, molecular bases of dementia, novel therapies including nanotechnology and genomics, and rehabilitation and physical activity interventions for dementia.
Interests: Biochemistry and physiological effects of androgenic anabolic steroids, sports medicine, performance enhancement, injury prevention, recovery mechanisms, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine.
Interests: Research focuses on neuropsychology and cognitive psychology, examining brain–behavior relationships and age-related cognitive changes. Key interests include geropsychology, biopsychology, and the application of rigorous methodological and psychometric approaches to assess cognitive and psychological functioning. The work integrates experimental, clinical, and quantitative methods to advance understanding of mental processes across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on developing reliable assessment tools and evidence-based interventions.
Interests: Research focuses on intracranial EEG data analysis and brain stimulation techniques to investigate neural mechanisms underlying cognition and behavior. Key interests include computational psychiatry and decision-making processes, such as the exploration–exploitation dilemma. The work integrates computational modeling with neural data to elucidate the brain’s functional architecture. Emphasis is placed on linking cognitive and behavioral phenomena to their underlying neural and computational bases.
Interests: Research focuses on positive social psychology and the role of personality traits in shaping individual and group behavior. Key interests include the application of psychological principles to public administration, organizational behavior, and leadership effectiveness. The work emphasizes understanding how positive psychological constructs, such as well-being, resilience, and motivation, influence professional and social outcomes. Integration of personality assessment with applied interventions aims to improve organizational performance and public service delivery.
Interests: Research focuses on the broad field of psychology, encompassing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes. Key interests include understanding mental health, human development, and individual differences. The work integrates theoretical frameworks with applied approaches to improve well-being and adaptive functioning. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based interventions and the translation of psychological research into real-world settings.
Interests: Research focuses on traumatic brain injury (TBI) in military contexts, aiming to develop innovative strategies to prevent and manage head trauma at the point of injury. Key interests include understanding both the physical and cognitive consequences of TBI, such as impairments in learning, memory, attention, decision-making, and emotional regulation. The work emphasizes translational approaches to reduce morbidity and mortality. Integration of neuroscience, rehabilitation, and applied military medicine informs evidence-based interventions to maintain soldier readiness and operational effectiveness.
Interests: Cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes across the lifespan; mental health, human development, personality assessment, social violence and its psychological impacts, coping strategies, community psychology, and evidence-based interventions to enhance well-being and adaptive functioning. Focus on translating psychological research into practical, real-world applications.
Interests: Alcohol and Drug-Related Disorders, Addiction Medicine, Psychiatry, Substance Abuse Epidemiology, Public Health
Interests: Research focuses on Williams Syndrome and other neurodevelopmental disorders, with emphasis on understanding cognitive, social, and emotional development in pediatric populations. Key interests include social cognition, pediatric neuropsychology, and mental health in children with developmental conditions. The work also explores neuropsychological assessment and evidence-based interventions to support cognitive and emotional functioning. Integration of clinical practice with research aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for affected children and their families.
Interests: Experimental Psychology, Neuropsychology, Biological Rhythms, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Behavioral Neuroscience, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Biofeedback and Neurofeedback, Sleep Disorders, Pain Disorders, Clinical and Behavioral Interventions.
Interests: Research focuses on the interdisciplinary interface of psychiatry, medicine, and social work, with particular emphasis on suicide studies and child deaths in social work and psychiatric settings. Key interests include global morbidity and mortality analysis, using World Health Organization statistics to identify patterns and risk factors. The work aims to challenge conventional thinking and inform evidence-based policy and intervention strategies. Emphasis is placed on improving mental health outcomes and safeguarding vulnerable populations worldwide.
Interests: Research focuses on sleep disorders and their interplay with psychiatric conditions, including insomnia, hypersomnia, and circadian rhythm disturbances. Key interests include neurobiological mechanisms underlying sleep dysfunction and the development of evidence-based therapeutic interventions. The work emphasizes assessment, diagnosis, and integrated treatment strategies to improve mental health and overall well-being. A translational approach is applied to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
Interests: Research focuses on juvenile justice, child welfare, and forensic expert witness testimony, with an emphasis on systems-based approaches. Key interests include the intergenerational transmission of trauma and its effects on underserved and marginalized communities. The work examines social, psychological, and legal factors influencing child protection and justice outcomes. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based strategies to mitigate trauma and promote equity in vulnerable populations.
Interests: Mood disorders, management of difficult-to-treat depression, identification of biomarkers in psychiatry, and application of multifamily therapy in mental health services.
Interests: Research focuses on person-centred and experiential psychotherapy, emphasizing client-led approaches to mental health and well-being. Key interests include anger management, mindfulness-based interventions, and the development of parental skills. Additional focus is on self-esteem enhancement and psychosocial workshops to promote adaptive coping and personal growth. The work integrates clinical practice with evidence-based strategies to support emotional regulation and resilience.
Interests: Research focuses on hypofrontality and its role in executive dysfunction and cognitive control deficits. Key interests include intolerance of uncertainty, low hedonic tone, and their implications for mood and anxiety disorders. The work explores neural and psychological mechanisms underlying impaired decision-making, motivation, and affect regulation. Emphasis is placed on linking neurobiological findings with clinical interventions to improve cognitive and emotional functioning.
Interests: Research focuses on the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs for children with autism. Key interests include evidence-based behavioral, educational, and therapeutic approaches to enhance social, cognitive, and adaptive functioning. The work emphasizes measuring program effectiveness and optimizing individualized support strategies. Integration of clinical practice with research aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for children with autism and their families.
Interests: Psychiatric Education, HIV Psychiatry, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Issues, Schizophrenia, Psychiatric Services Research, Data Analysis/Mining, Visual Display of Medical/Public Health Data, Psychoanalytic Understanding of Psychosis, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Psychiatric education, HIV Psychiatry, Inpatient/acute services, History of Psychiatry, Social theory
Interests: Recovery from Chronic Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorders/Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) with a Focus on Peer Mentorship Programs and Innovative Behavioral Treatment Development, Behavioral Treatments for Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Interests: Research focuses on psychiatry, encompassing the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders. Key interests include mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders, as well as their neurobiological and psychosocial underpinnings. The work integrates clinical practice with evidence-based interventions and translational research. Emphasis is placed on improving patient outcomes, mental well-being, and understanding mechanisms of psychopathology.
Interests: Educational psychology, academic coping and engagement, generic competencies, prosocial behavior, social skills, affective‑sexual diversity, inclusive education, student well‑being
Interests: Dr. Megari’s work focuses on health and clinical neuropsychology, cognitive and person-centered psychotherapy, and counseling for individuals with disabilities and special needs.
Interests: Research focuses on psychopathology and the processes involved in psychotherapeutic treatment of mental illness. Key interests include psychological assessment, clinical evaluation, counseling, and psychoeducation. Additional areas encompass psychological testing, personality assessment, and evidence-based interventions. The work integrates clinical practice with research to improve diagnostic accuracy, therapeutic outcomes, and overall mental health care.
Interests: Cognitive neuropsychology, neuropsychological assessment, rehabilitation, and brain–behavior relationships in psychiatric populations.
Interests: Research focuses on psychiatry and psychosomatics, exploring the interplay between mind and body in health and disease. Key interests include traditional medicine approaches, psychotherapy, and the philosophical foundations of medical practice. The work integrates clinical treatment with theoretical inquiry to enhance understanding of mental and physical health. Emphasis is placed on holistic, evidence-based approaches to patient care and therapeutic interventions.