Donna Pendergast | Education | Best Paper Award

Posted on 13/07/202415/07/2024 by ScienceFather

Prof Dr. Donna Pendergast | Education | Best Paper Award

Prof Dr Donna Pendergast, Griffith University, Australia

Prof. Dr. Donna Pendergast is a prominent figure in the field of education, currently holding the role of Director of Engagement for the Arts, Education, and Law group at Griffith University. With a rich academic background and extensive professional experience, she has significantly contributed to the transformation of education and the enhancement of teacher efficacy. Dr. Pendergast has been recognized for her outstanding leadership and service to education with several prestigious awards, including the Australian Council of Deans of Education Award for Outstanding Service to Education (2022) and the Miller-Grassie Award for Outstanding Leadership in Education (2018). Her research focuses on critical areas such as adolescent learning, school reform, and teacher education, making her a leading voice in educational innovation and development.

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Education

Doctor of Philosophy: Queensland University of Technology, 2000

Master of Education: University of New England, 1992

Graduate Diploma of Teaching: Queensland University of Technology, 1983

Bachelor of Applied Science: Queensland University of Technology, 1982

Professional Experience

Prof. Dr. Donna Pendergast currently serves as the Director of Engagement for the Arts, Education, and Law group at Griffith University, a position she has held since 2023. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the School of Education, Victoria University of Wellington (2022-2025). Previously, she was the Dean and Head of the School of Education and Professional Studies at Griffith University from 2011 to 2023 and served as the Head of the same school from 2009 to 2010. Dr. Pendergast has been a member of the Griffith Institute for Educational Research since 2008.

Research focus

Education transformation

Teacher self-efficacy

Adolescent learning, engagement, and well-being

Initial and professional teacher education

School reform

Publication top notes

Mapping the intellectual structure and knowledge base of food literacy research: a bibliometric analysis

Sense of Belonging Pre/Post Transition to Secondary School: Privileging Student Voice

“Teachers Are Rock Stars!” Rethinking Teaching and Teacher Education in a Post-Pandemic World: Innovative Disruption and Silver Linings

Public commentary on teacher quality: an analysis of media comment on the teaching performance assessment

Teaching food literacy in Queensland secondary schools: The influence of curriculum

Dr. George Diaz | Education | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 20/12/202320/12/2023 by ScienceFather

Dr. George Diaz | Education

Dr. George Diaz Sebastin is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Biosystems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

🌐Skills: Proficiency in English and Spanish, along with technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SPSS, highlights adaptability and communication prowess. Diaz’s wealth of experience in coaching, administration, and education, combined with a dedication to cultural understanding and academic improvement, portrays a versatile and impactful professional in the educational landscape.

🏫 Professional Experience: With roles ranging from Athletic Director to Assistant Principal, Diaz has shown consistent dedication to enhancing physical education programs and fostering academic growth.

📚 Education: Diaz’s academic journey, including a Doctorate in Curriculum & Teaching of Physical Education, is complemented by presentations at conferences that discuss critical topics related to cultural integration and attitudes in physical education.

🔍 Research & Dissertation: Their research on the attitudes of Latino students towards urban high school physical education reflects a commitment to understanding cultural influences on education.

🏋️ Sports Coaching: The extensive coaching experience in basketball, handball, and baseball showcases a talent for mentorship and program revitalization, leading teams to postseason success and revitalizing underperforming programs.

💼 Administrative Roles: From school administration to instructional material reviewing, Diaz’s administrative roles demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of educational management, budgeting, and compliance.

🎓 Teaching Experience: With a history of teaching across various educational settings, including substitute teaching and adult educational services, Diaz has displayed versatility in instructional environments.

📖 Publications Top Note :

The NYCKidSeq randomized controlled trial: Impact of GUÍA digitally enhanced genetic results disclosure in diverse families Published in 7 December 2023

Relationship between longitudinal changes in neuropsychological outcome and disease biomarkers in urea cycle disorders Published in 15 July 2023 cite by 1

Olipudase alfa enzyme replacement therapy for acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD): sustained improvements in clinical outcomes after 6.5 years of treatment in adults Published in April 2023 cite by 2

The TeleKidSeq pilot study: incorporating telehealth into clinical care of children from diverse backgrounds undergoing whole genome sequencing Published in 22 March 2023 cite by 4

Correction : Long-term safety and clinical outcomes of olipudase alfa enzyme replacement therapy in pediatric patients with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency: two-year results Published in 14 March 2023 cite by 1

Expert Panel Curation of 113 Primary Mitochondrial Disease Genes for the Leigh Syndrome Spectrum Published in 2023 Aug 12 cite by 1

Molecular diagnostic yield of genome sequencing versus targeted gene panel testing in racially and ethnically diverse pediatric patients Published in September 2023

Identification of copy number variants with genome sequencing: Clinical experiences from the NYCKidSeq program Published in 2023 Jun 19.

Clinical, biochemical and molecular characterization of 12 patients with pyruvate carboxylase deficiency treated with triheptanoin Published in June 2023.

Dr. Nancy Ares | Education

Posted on 15/12/2023 by ScienceFather

Dr. Nancy Ares | Leading Researcher in Education

Dr. Nancy Ares, on winning the prestigious Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have significantly impacted the field of Spre and post treatment requirements for desalination plants to protect the environment. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done!

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🎓 Educational Journey

An academic odyssey that commenced with a B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona in 1983 and culminated in a PhD in Educational Psychology from Auburn University in 1998.

Honors and Awards

An impressive array of acknowledgments, including accolades like the G. Graydon ’58 and Jane W. Curtis Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Presidential Graduate Fellowship at Auburn University, attesting to a legacy of excellence.

📚 Professional Expertise

A storied career in academia, spanning from a Post-Doctoral Researcher role at Auburn University to roles at the University of Utah and, presently, as a Faculty Senior Associate at the University of Rochester. Noteworthy positions include serving as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at the Warner Graduate School of Education and Human Development.

🤝 Professional Engagements:

Membership in esteemed professional organizations like the American Educational Research Association, American Educational Studies Association, American Association for the Advancement of Curriculum Studies, and the American Association of Geographers underscores a commitment to academic community and collaboration.

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