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Indu Singh has more than 30 years’ experience practising laboratory medicine in Hong Kong and with more than 15 years of teaching Haematology, Transfusion Science and Laboratory Medicine to undergraduate and postgradu- ate students. She obtained MSc in Histopathology from India, MSc in Laboratory Medicine from , and PhD from RMIT University, Victoria, Australia. After 14 years’ experience in Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Pathology she moved to Australia to work as a scientist at Melbourne Pathol- ogy and Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne while teaching and managing Haematology and transfusion at RMIT University. Currently she is an Associate Professor and Program Director of Medical Laboratory Science program at Griffith University, , Australia. Her research focus is haemostasis, antiplatelet therapy, and preventive role of antioxidants on life style induced oxidative stress related Metabolic Syndrome including Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases. In last 12 years, she has published more than 20 scientific journal articles, Change to 4 book chapters and 1 book and obtained funding to continue her research and support research of her more than 10 masters and PhD students.

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Melissa Adamski, BSc, MND, APD, is an Accredited Practising Dietitian currently working at in Melbourne, in the area of nutritional genomics and the translation to nutrition practice. Melissa also works one on one with patients, providing practical experience in the implementation of the science of nutritional genomics into nutrition practice.

Mahmoud Bakr, BDS, MDS, Grad Cert High Ed, ADC, received his Bachelor Degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery from Cairo University in 2004. He com- pleted his Masters Degree in Oral Biology from Cairo University in 2010. He was appointed as an academic within different departments in the Faculty of Dentistry (Cairo University) with a special focus on Oral Histopathology and Restorative About the Contributors

Dentistry in 2005, where he gained experience in Dental Education for five years. After moving to Australia in 2010, Dr. Bakr was appointed to teach within the School of Biomedical Sciences (). Dr. Bakr held different positions in Griffith University and in 2012, Dr. Bakr was appointed as a full-time Lecturer in General Dental Practice. In 2013, he completed a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education from Griffith University. Currently Dr. Bakr is the First Year Coordinator for dental science students within the School of Dentistry and Oral Health - Griffith University. Dr. Bakr has published over 25 peer reviewed articles in different fields including dental education, bone biology, periodontology, oral histopathology and preventative dentistry.

Natalie Colson, BHSc (Hons), Grad Cert Higher Ed, MND, PhD, is a Molecular Geneticist and Accredited Practising Dietitian. Natalie is currently a senior lecturer and program director at Griffith University Australia where she develops and deliv- ers curricula to medical and allied health students, undertakes nutritional genomics research and supervises graduate students. Natalie has been formally recognized for her teaching approaches, including a National Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning. Natalie has authored over 30 publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals in the areas of genetics, nutrition, nutritional genomics and ter- tiary education.

Jane Evans is an Associate Professor in the School of Dentistry and Oral Health at Griffith University. She has researched, designed and developed the Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Technology as the inaugural degree program for dental technology in Australia. Jane completed her doctoral studies on Interprofessional Education in Dental Technology Education. She writes and presents broadly on dental technology education. An earlier career as a successful dental technologist in the private and public sectors has resulted in an unconventional academic career path that provides an authentic context for academic work.

Vinod Gopalan is a Senior Lecturer in Medical Education in the School of Medicine at Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia. Gopalan has over 15 years of experience in teaching/training medical students around the world and primarily focused on promoting self-directed learning and problem based learning among medical students. With a background in medicine and science, Gopalan has published multiple learning and teaching publications and grants in learning and teaching. His primary focuses in education include pathology/histology, pre-clinical, science and work integrated learning.

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Brooke Harris-Reeves is a Senior Lecturer and Program Director in the School of Allied Health Sciences at Griffith University. Brooke’s teaching and research interests are focused on making a difference in people’s lives by focusing on Health & Education. She draws on her knowledge and experience in education to design curriculum and assessment ‘for student learning’, not ‘of student learning’ and is committed to ensuring students are ‘work-ready’ upon graduation.

Abdullah Karaksha is a Lecturer and the First Year Coordinator in the School of Medical Science at Griffith University. Abdullah’s passion is teaching and help- ing students improve in their academic career. Abdullah’s research interests include enhancing student engagement at higher education by designing online materials to supplement courses to increase student preference and performance. Abdullah collaborates with other academics to support students using his knowledge in online teaching.

Leanne Kenway completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy, with Honours, at the University of Queensland in 1991, and her Doctor of Philosophy, at Griffith University in 2015. She is currently a Course Convenor for Anatomy and Physi- ology Systems delivered to Health students in their foundation year. Her 25-year background as a clinical physiotherapist enables her to bring real-world examples to the classroom, helping consolidate student knowledge and relevance of the basic sciences. She holds publications in the field of behavioural Neuroscience, and has a special interest in developing online tools to supplement her anatomy teaching.

Avinash Kundur completed his education and training in at JNTU University in 2008, Masters of Medical Science at RMIT University and Doctor Of Philosophy at Griffith University in 2017. He is currently a Course Convener for Cells, Tissues & Regulation and has many publications in the field of Haematology in association with Antioxidant Therapy, Anti-platelet Therapy and Cardiovascular Diseases.

E-Liisa Laakso is an Associate Professor of Physiotherapy, and former Head of Physiotherapy/Deputy Head of the School of Allied Health Sciences at Griffith University. Her research interests include physiotherapy education, and cancer care. Her teaching ranges across ethics, leadership and professional issues, to tissue heal- ing and repair, cancer and palliative care, and electrophysical agents.

Robert Loudon is currently an educational designer at Griffith University (Australia) working with academics in the Health Faculty, particularly the School of Medicine, where he has overseen the development of extensive systems to support

376 About the Contributors the delivery of learning and teaching resources to the MD program. Other recent activities include assisting an initiative at Griffith to roll out a new eportfolio and personal learning environment application to all courses, and the development of a bespoke assessment management system. Robert received a Master of Education in 2007; prior qualifications completed include a Grad. Cert. Learning Technology (2004), B.Multimedia (2001), B.Surveying (1980).

Lana Mitchell is a lecturer and First Year Coordinator in the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at Griffith University. In addition to lecturing and research, Lana co-coordinates a variety of Learning & Teaching projects aimed at improving student learning and employability. As part of this, Lana has lead the implementation of the PebblePad ePortfolio tool within the Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics degree.

Sapha Mosawy is an academic within the School of Medical Science at Griffith University. Dr Mosawy has worked as a medical laboratory scientist in both public and private pathology departments. Currently, Dr Mosawy is an academic for Hae- matology and Transfusion Science.

Trude Myhrer is an Assistant Professor and a Certified Dental Technologist with a Master in Vocational Pedagogy. She is Head of studies for Radiography and Dental Technology, at Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences, and has participated in design and developing the Bachelor degree program for Dental Technology in Norway. Trude leads a digitalization project at the Faculty of Health science, and is developing digital educational resources for internal, national and international use. Her research focus is pedagogical themes, international collabora- tion, elderly and oral health, and use of digital resources in higher education. Trude has worked as a successful dental technologist as an owner and general manager in the private sectors for nearly 20 years prior to entering an academia in 1999, this background provides an authentic context for academic work.

Yun-Mi Nguy is a Medical Scientist graduate from the University of Technol- ogy, Sydney. Over the past 12 years, she has worked in various Haematology and Blood Bank laboratories and is currently working as a Haematology and Transfu- sion Science Scientific Officer at Griffith University Gold Coast Campus. While currently in this role, her main initiatives are to continually improve tertiary level practical laboratory techniques and processes in all areas of Haematology and simu- late pathology laboratories found across the nation and globally around the world.

Andrew Pearson is a Senior Lecturer and the First Year Coordinator in the School of Medical Science at Griffith University. Andrew is dedicated to positively

377 About the Contributors addressing the challenges of scaffolding the academic success of diverse groups of students with a demanding curriculum through the development diagnostic testing and supplementary academic support, academic recovery, innovative assessment, embedding employability into the curriculum, the creation of online resources, and enhancing student engagement and learning.

Ganeshan Rao is currently the Blended Learning Manager, Health Faculty at Griffith University (Australia). He received his Master in Library Science (1991) from University of British Columbia (Canada) and Post Graduate Diploma in Ma- rine Studies (1999), Graduate Certificate in Education (1981) & BSc (Biology & Chemistry, 1981) from the University of the South Pacific (Fiji). He is responsible for blended learning and educational design services for the faculty enabling in the increased, enhanced, and appropriate use of technology including learning man- agement system in the design of student-centered learning experiences informed by evidence-based strategies and resources. He develops, implements and oversees academic staff development initiatives that address the needs of academics and help them increase capabilities to meet the objective of increased uptake and appropriate use of educational technology to enhance student learning.

Roselyn Rose’Meyer has taught the discipline of pharmacology for 25 years to undergraduate students including pharmacy, biomedical science, medicine and nursing students. Her research background and expertise is in cardiovascular pharmacology. She has a history of research training with many PhD, Masters of Medical Research and Honours students completing research projects in pharmacology with most of the students completing research into hypertension, aging and diabetes. While pharmacological research has been the cornerstone of her postgraduate teaching and mentorship, she has also expanded the scope of research interests as an educator, investigating learning and teaching pedagogy that underpins current pharmacology education, research ethics and tacit knowledge skills in biomedical research.

Abishek Santhakumar completed his Doctor of Philosophy at Griffith University in 2014. His research investigates the role of natural dietary antioxidant compounds in reducing the risk factors of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Abishek started his academic career in Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) at Griffith University in 2011. In 2014, he was appointed as a Lecturer in Haematology in the Pathology discipline at Central Queensland University. Abishek is currently a Lecturer and Researcher in Haematology and Blood Banking at the School of Biomedical Sci- ences, Charles Sturt University and a Chief Investigator at the ARC ITTC Centre for Functional Grains. During his research tenure, Abishek has led nationally registered human clinical trials investigating the feasibility and efficacy of natural antioxidant

378 About the Contributors compounds as therapeutic alternatives in diverse pro-thrombotic populations. Abishek is a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (FIBMS) and a full professional member of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (MAIMS).

Mary-Ann Shuker is a Blended Learning Advisor in the Health Group at Griffith University (Australia). For the past 5 years she has supported academics to increase their capabilities across the 8 Health schools in planning, designing and implement- ing evidence-informed blended learning solutions in order to enhance their teach- ing to improve both student experience and outcomes. She has investigated many technologies to meet academic needs. She is currently assisting in Griffith initiatives to appropriately engage academics with new enterprise platforms in active learning (Echo360 ALP) and adaptive learning (SmartSparrow). She was previously involved in technology trials of online marking tools and the large scale migration from one Learning Management System to another. Mary-Ann received a Graduate Certifi- cate in Higher Education in 2016. Prior qualifications completed include Master of Library and Information Management (2012), Graduate Diploma in Adult Education (1995) and B Applied Science (Computing) (1986). She continues her professional development with online courses including Applying the Quality Matters Rubric, Learning to Teach Online, Carpe Diem and Gamification.

Neil Tuttle (BSc, GradDipAdvManipTher, MPhil, PhD) is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at Grifith University. Hehas been a musculoskeletal physiotherapist for over 35 years with his time being divided between clinical practice and teaching for most of those years. He completed his PhD in 2008, He has received over $1.5 million in grants for simulated learning.

Jessica Vanderlelie, as the Innovative Research Universities Vice Chancellors’ Fellow, leads a collaborative approach to research, design, innovate and disseminate scalable, practices to improve student outcomes across all demographics. Jessica is a passionate academic that has demonstrated sustained leadership in learning and teaching in Australian Higher Education with a key focus on supporting student and graduate success. At Griffith University Jessica led a significant program of activities to embed authentic employability based curriculum across the Faculty of Health. Jessica’s achievements in the development and implementation of practice-based curriculum have been recognised nationally through a series of prestigious awards, including the Australian Award for Excellence in Teaching (early career) in 2012 and an OLT citation for her work in innovative assessment design in biochemistry. In 2015, Jessica was awarded an Australian Office of Learning and Teaching Fel- lowship for a project entitled ‘Engaging alumni for graduate success’.

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