BreakThru Research Podcast

Elsbeth Robson is a Professor of Human Geography and a Transforming Lives Fellow. Her approach to research is trans and inter-disciplinary founded on working in collaborative teams to conduct impactful emancipatory research using qualitative, participatory and quantitative methods.

Dr Matthew Hobbs is an Associate Professor in Spatial Data Science and Planetary Health and a Transforming Lives Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University.

He is also an adjunct member of staff in the Faculty of Health and Geospatial Research Institute at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Vape stores – you could embed some figures from in here and share this story map? https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/9057d723efc34800b06dbcae06ca278a

Good news article from me on it: https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/350058523/third-christchurch-vape-stores-within-400m-schools

Water fluoridation review which cited our work – https://www.pmcsa.ac.nz/topics/fluoridation-an-update-on-evidence/  

Follow on quote from that review

“In 2020, a study was published that looked at the relationship between water fluoridation and children’s hospital visits for dental treatment that could have been provided earlier by primary care (e.g. GP, dentist) (Hobbs et al. 2020). The study found an association between fluoridation of drinking-water and reduced dental hospital visits for children up to 12 years old. This effect was greatest for children living in the most deprived areas and indicated a greater health gain from fluoridated drinking-water for those most socio-economically disadvantaged. This means decisions on fluoridation of drinking-water can contribute to structural inequities in oral-health outcomes for children.”

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-hobbs-/

Alejandro Jimenez Rodriguez is a Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics at Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, England, United  Kingdom. He completed his Ph.D. at The University of Sheffield. He is specialised in computational neuroscience and Psychology.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aljiro/

https://www.shu.ac.uk/research/specialisms/materials-and-engineering-research-institute/what-we-do/projects/automation-and-robotics/smart-interactive-technologies

Samuele Vinanzi is a Senior Lecturer in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at Sheffield Hallam University. He specialises in the area of Cognitive Robotics, which is an interdisciplinary field that combines principles from robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), cognitive science, and psychology to develop intelligent robotic systems capable of perceiving, reasoning, and interacting with the environment in a human-like manner.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelevinanzi/

Jane Prophet is an academic and artist whose interdisciplinary work combines contemporary art, technology, and health studies. With a background in fine arts and digital media, Prophet’s research explores how creative practices intersect with societal challenges, including climate change, sustainability, and the promotion of health and well-being.
In her artistic practice, Prophet employs digital tools such as artificial intelligence, projection mapping, and interactive media to explore themes of ecological change and human-environment interactions. She has collaborated with scientists to create art that bridges the divide between art and science, demonstrating the potential of these collaborations to address societal issues. Her work is included in collections such as The Arts Council of England.
Prophet’s research on arts-informed approaches to health and well-being includes studies with pain researchers and social work experts on chronic pain. She developed a novel adaptation of Photovoice methodology to examine the experiences of women of colour, drawing attention to health inequities. Recently, she led a research lab funded by the National Endowment for the Arts in Michigan, which demonstrated that public art can reduce youth firearm injuries.

She is active on social media via:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-prophet-15698b7/

https://www.instagram.com/jane_prophet/

Dr. Luca Susmel is a Professor of Structural Integrity (Transforming Lives Fellow) at Sheffield Hallam University.

He works with the static, dynamic, and fatigue assessment of engineering materials and structures, with a focus on notched, welded, and 3D-printed components.

He has developed several novel engineering methods for designing components (experiencing any type of stress

His approach involves both theoretical and experimental investigations, with all the design methods formalised thoroughly validated through systematic experimental work.

He has unique expertise in designing notched and welded components to withstand constant and variable

He has authored over 350 publications, including 165+ peer-reviewed journal articles and a book on multiaxial fatigue.

Liane Beretta de Azevedo
is a Professor in Public Health and Physical Activity and a Transforming Lives Fellow.
specialises in early childhood movement behaviour, focusing on physical activity and sedentary behaviour. She is particularly interested in how the use of interactive electronic devices at a young age can affect children's development, health, and overall well-being in the long term.

Information about her current project can be found in https://ikidsstudy.com/

Dr. Nik Georgopoulos is an Associate Professor in Cell Biology & Transforming Lives Fellow.

He is a cell biologist with expertise in epithelial cell biology and immunology, as well as having a strong interest in understanding the mechanisms of diseases such as cancer. His main research focus is to utilise fundamental cell biology knowledge to design novel therapeutic interventions to combat disease and improve patient quality of life.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/about-us/our-people/staff-profiles/nik-georgopoulos#firstSection

Mulualem Gebregiorgis Gebreslassie is an

He joined the Material and Engineering Research

His academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Mekelle University (2005), a Joint Master's in Management, Engineering of Environment and Energy from UPM, EMN, and KTH (2009), and a PhD in Engineering from the University of Exeter UK (2013).

His research focuses on project management, renewable energy development, energy conservation and management, grid and off-grid energy systems, energy

Knowing the therapeutic effect of exercises on heart