ORCID Profile
0000-0002-1549-3499
Current Organisations
Western Sydney University
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Turner Professional Group
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University of California Los Angeles
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Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 28-09-2017
Abstract: Three social work scholars explore their experiences of microaggressions in academia using queer theory as a lens to disrupt, deconstruct, and disorder the dominant heteronormative discourse. Qualitative analysis of autoethnography narratives resulted in seven themes describing experiences of microaggressions in social work education. Themes illuminated were as follows: (1) queer isolation, (2) throwing shade, (3) queer insult, (4) biphobia: not queer (straight) enough, (5) too queer, (6) queer backlash, and (7) revolving closet door. Concept mapping was used to explore each of these areas as they relate to the values of social work. Recommendations for social work education and research are presented.
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 13-10-2022
DOI: 10.1093/BJSW/BCAC195
Abstract: Social work students must advance their social work skills gaining practice competencies. And, whilst practice learning takes place in field education placements, social work students often also enrol in a dedicated unit/ course whereby the teaching of practice skills is facilitated in class. A practice skills class is another learning space to imbue practice wisdom. Adjunct teaching staff are often employed on short-term university contracts to teach social work students in the area of practice skills. Whilst these practitioners can bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the under-graduate classroom, it cannot be assumed that adjunct teaching staff have formal training in curricula development nor pedagogical delivery. The goal of this article is to identify the critical elements of teaching practice skills and to examine the ways in which teaching content is delivered. This article presents the ‘teaching the teacher’ experience of three social work educators at an Australian university. A collaborative autoethnography identified three themes from the inductive analysis: (i) teaching best practices, (ii) teaching role and (iii) teaching practice skills. Finally, implications for social work are discussed and recommendations shared.
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 17-04-2022
DOI: 10.1093/BJSW/BCAB071
Abstract: Moving human sexuality beyond a specialty focus and establishing a sexuality discourse within social work’s foundation may be challenging. Group process and reflection, hallmarks of social work, may be a way to integrate this sometimes overlooked and often taboo conversation into social work coursework. Undergrad students from two Mid-western universities reflected on the usefulness of an established experiential sex education activity . Qualitative analysis of student narratives resulted in seven themes describing the usefulness of this activity including: (i) emotional intimacy (ii) connection (iii) power of personal stories (iv) normalising (v) healing (vi) clinical profile and (vii) RE-storying. These themes demonstrate that this activity has clear benefits and enriches the overall learning of the topic of human sexuality. Further, these themes fit nicely within a social work pedagogy teaching clinical practice skills such as group process, rapport building and use of self. Implications for social work are discussed.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 02-01-2017
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 16-03-2021
DOI: 10.3390/IJMS22063023
Abstract: Over the past two decades, mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have demonstrated great potential in the treatment of inflammation-related conditions. Numerous early stage clinical trials have suggested that this treatment strategy has potential to lead to significant improvements in clinical outcomes. While promising, there remain substantial regulatory hurdles, safety concerns, and logistical issues that need to be addressed before cell-based treatments can have widespread clinical impact. These drawbacks, along with research aimed at elucidating the mechanisms by which MSCs exert their therapeutic effects, have inspired the development of extracellular vesicles (EVs) as anti-inflammatory therapeutic agents. The use of MSC-derived EVs for treating inflammation-related conditions has shown therapeutic potential in both in vitro and small animal studies. This review will explore the current research landscape pertaining to the use of MSC-derived EVs as anti-inflammatory and pro-regenerative agents in a range of inflammation-related conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and preecl sia. Along with this, the mechanisms by which MSC-derived EVs exert their beneficial effects on the damaged or degenerative tissues will be reviewed, giving insight into their therapeutic potential. Challenges and future perspectives on the use of MSC-derived EVs for the treatment of inflammation-related conditions will be discussed.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 26-12-2022
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 08-11-2019
DOI: 10.1038/S41467-019-13047-Y
Abstract: Nanoscale transport through nanopores and live-cell membranes plays a vital role in both key biological processes as well as biosensing and DNA sequencing. Active translocation of DNA through these nanopores usually needs enzyme assistance. Here we present a nanopore derived from truncated helicase E1 of bovine papillomavirus (BPV) with a lumen diameter of c.a. 1.3 nm. Cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) imaging and single channel recording confirm its insertion into planar lipid bilayer (BLM). The helicase nanopore in BLM allows the passive single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) transport and retains the helicase activity in vitro. Furthermore, we incorporate this helicase nanopore into the live cell membrane of HEK293T cells, and monitor the ssDNA delivery into the cell real-time at single molecule level. This type of nanopore is expected to provide an interesting tool to study the biophysics of biomotors in vitro, with potential applications in biosensing, drug delivery and real-time single cell analysis.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 04-02-2016
Abstract: Mastery of qualitative research and its methods can be a challenge for doctoral students who often have had more academic course exposure and practical experience with quantitative research. Qualitative courses frequently provide a theoretical preliminary understanding, but it is the rich “on-the-ground” experience of doing research that synthesizes the learning, allowing a student to fully appreciate qualitative research as their own. This article presents the experience of a doctoral advisor and a student in the process of coaching a qualitative dissertation. In idual reflexivity, dialogic meaning making, and meeting notes from the dissertation process comprise the data sources for this inquiry. The instructor’s teaching approach is discussed as well as the student’s knowledge, values, and skills employed during the learning process. Additionally, two ethical dilemmas encountered by the student are examined, as well as use of a newly minted special education PhD as a qualitative research consultant. Technological tools such as Skype and Dropbox were used to bridge the geographical distance between their locations. Both the advisor and student offer insight into the experience, highlighting what worked well for them, lessons learned, and recommendations for future student/instructor dyads. The student finished his dissertation in four semesters, and won an “Outstanding Dissertation” Award, and is now cowriting subsequent journal articles with his dissertation chair. Thus, it is concluded that teaching qualitative research during the dissertation process creates a bridge between graduate course work and the practical application of qualitative methodology, in order to transition doctoral students to early career PhD-level researchers.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 20-10-2018
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2017
DOI: 10.1039/C7MD00391A
Abstract: An innovative approach for the distinctively efficient action of smart targeted drug delivery to a specific cell type is obtained through the modification of the surface of nanoparticles.
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers Ltd.
Date: 11-03-2015
DOI: 10.2174/0929867322666150209154420
Abstract: NAD(+) and NADH play crucial roles in a variety of biological processes including energy metabolism, mitochondrial functions, and gene expression. Multiple studies have indicated that NAD(+) administration can profoundly decrease oxidative cell death as well as ischemic and traumatic brain injury, suggesting NAD(+) metabolism as a promising therapeutic target for cerebral ischemia and head injury. Cumulating evidence has suggested that NAD(+) can produce its protective effects by multiple mechanisms, including preventing mitochondrial alterations, enhancing energy metabolism, preventing virtually all forms of cell death including apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy, inhibiting inflammation, directly increasing antioxidation capacity of cells and tissues, and activating SIRT1. Increasing evidence has also suggested that NADH metabolism is a potential therapeutic target for treating several neurological disorders. A number of studies have further indicated that multiple NAD(+)-dependent enzymes such as sirtuins, polymerase(ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs) and CD38 mediate cell death and multiple biological processes. In this article, an overview of the recent findings regarding the roles of NAD(+)/NADH and NAD(+)-dependent enzymes in cell death and ischemic brain injury is provided. These findings have collectively indicated that NAD(+)/NADH and NAD(+)-dependent enzymes play fundamental roles in oxidative stress-induced cell death and ischemic brain injury, which may become promising therapeutic targets for brain ischemia and multiple other neurological disorders.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 02-01-2019
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 04-05-2016
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 02-08-2020
DOI: 10.1093/SW/SWAA022
Abstract: Many social workers go into private practice, providing crucial mental health services however, there is a dearth in the scholarship outlining the social work student training for these career options. It may be argued that social work students receive little or no clinical training on how to run a private practice providing psychotherapy services. To mend this pedagogical shortcoming, a private practice field education placement is a legitimate teaching opportunity to prepare social work students to meet the mental health needs of in iduals, families, and the public. Authors drew on borderlands theory described by Gloria Anzaldua as a contested space that focuses on “both and” thinking, which resonated with a sense of navigating a border filled with cultural tension between private practice and social work. Five social workers explore their unique experiences of a private practice field education placement using borderlands theory as a lens. Qualitative analysis of autoethnography narratives resulted in six themes: (1) benefits to private practice site, (2) preparation for social work, (3) private practice is social work, (4) balanced picture, (5) practicum landscape, and (6) learning opportunities. The article concludes with recommendations for social work education and research.
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 31-08-2023
DOI: 10.1002/JEV2.12364
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 02-06-2016
Abstract: The purpose of this qualitative case study research was to explore how adults with mild intellectual disabilities (ID) live out their social-sexual lives. Findings revealed the importance of both physical and emotional pleasure to five adults with ID. Research and educational efforts with this population have focused largely on reproduction and abuse prevention, emphasizing safety over the possibilities of human connectedness. Data sources included observations and a series of interviews. Findings in five areas – sensuality, intimacy, sexual experience, sexual attitudes, and sexual self-identity – demonstrate the richness of data that can be obtained with this population using qualitative research. Participants’ own words about their social-sexual lives are poignant, mirroring core social work pillars: self-determination and strengths perspective. Discussion includes recommendations for ways that social workers, as well as, sexuality and disability professionals can support in iduals’ quality of life by addressing sexual pleasure as a key component of sexual health services.
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 25-10-2016
DOI: 10.1093/BJSW/BCW133
Location: United States of America
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