Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Shruti sharma | Psychology | Young Scientist Award

Ms at Jamia Millia Islamia, India

Shruti Sharma (she/her) is a dedicated social psychologist and Ph.D. scholar at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, specializing in the psychological underpinnings of conspiracy beliefs and social media impacts. With a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology from the same institution, Shruti has conducted impactful research exploring juvenile behavior, COVID-19-related conspiracy theories, and cultural psychological differentiation. Her work has been featured in leading journals and conferences, earning her accolades such as the Madnawat Best Paper Award and ICP Emerging Psychologist recognition. As a Teaching Assistant and Academic Counselor, she has mentored students in psychological testing and personality theories. Shruti has managed multidisciplinary projects, including the mental health needs of frontline workers and cultural psychological studies, supported by prestigious grants. Committed to cross-cultural psychology and social well-being, Shruti actively contributes to advancing applied psychology through research, teaching, and international collaborations.

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šŸŽ“ Education

Ph.D. in Social Psychology (2021ā€“2025) ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi Focus: Psychological aspects of conspiracy beliefs and social behavior. M.A. in Applied Psychology (2015ā€“2017) ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia Thesis: ā€œUnderstanding the Antecedents of Juvenile Behavior: A Grounded Theory Approachā€ (CGPA: 8.83).. B.A. in Psychology (2012ā€“2015) ā€“ Delhi University (I.P. College for Women) Specialized in developmental and applied psychology (73.5%).

šŸ’¼ Experience

Teaching Assistant ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia (2023) Taught Psychological Testing; evaluated and mentored students. Academic Counselor ā€“ IGNOU (2022ā€“Present)
Guided students in organizational behavior and psychological assessment. Research Project Manager ā€“ Multinational studies on social media and Asian subcultures (2024).
Directed multidisciplinary teams and analyzed cross-cultural psychological data. Research Assistant ā€“ ICSSR (2019ā€“2021) Conducted interviews and qualitative research on societal issues. Clinical Intern ā€“ HCR Psychiatric Hospital (2016ā€“2017) Delivered supervised counseling and group therapy.

šŸ† Awards and Honors

ICP Emerging Psychologist ā€“ Selected as one of 40 global scholars, ICP 2024. Madnawat Best Paper Award ā€“ Indian Conference of Industrial Psychology, 2019. NET Qualified ā€“ National Eligibility Test for assistant professor (2019). Merit Scholarship ā€“ Jamia Millia Islamia (2017). Sherjung Memorial Award ā€“ Outstanding Psychology Student, Delhi University (2015). Golden Key Honor Society ā€“ Academic excellence recognition in college (2012). Merit Certificate ā€“ Top 0.1% in Class 12 Psychology board examination (2011).

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Conspiracy Beliefs ā€“ Examines psychological and societal factors behind conspiracy theories. Social Media Impact ā€“ Studies misinformation and its influence on behavior during crises. Cultural Psychology ā€“ Investigates cross-cultural differentiation in psychological processes. Mental Health Interventions ā€“ Explores challenges faced by frontline workers to develop tailored solutions. Psychological Testing ā€“ Develops psychometric tools and conducts assessments for varied populations.

šŸ†ConclusionĀ 

Shruti Sharmaā€™s robust academic background, innovative research, and demonstrated leadership in significant projects position her as an excellent candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. By addressing the suggested areas for improvement, she can further solidify her standing as a promising young scientist capable of influencing the field of psychology and beyond.

šŸ“šPublicationsĀ 

  • Exploring Factors Behind Offline and Online Selfie Popularity Among Youth in India
    Authors: S. Srivastava, P. Upadhaya, S. Sharma, K. Gupta
    Journal: Frontiers in Psychology 9, 1403
    Cited by: 23
    Year: 2018

 

  • Long Non-Coding RNA and MicroRNA Landscape of Two Major Domesticated Cotton Species
    Authors: A. Singh, A.T. Vivek, K. Gupta, S. Sharma, S. Kumar
    Journal: Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal 21, 3032-3044
    Cited by: 3
    Year: 2023

 

 

Sara Simblett | Molecular Immunology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Simblett | Molecular Immunology| Best Researcher Award

Dr, King’s College London, United Kingdom

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Sara Simblett, DClinPsy, PhD, is a versatile šŸ§  clinical psychologist and researcher with extensive expertise in neuropsychology and digital health. With a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kingā€™s College London, and a PhD in Neuropsychology from the University of Cambridge, her research focuses on remote measurement technology, mental health interventions, and neuropsychological outcomes in neurological conditions. As Clinical Lecturer at King’s College London, she leads on neuropsychology for the DClinPsy training course and provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments. Simblett also co-founded The London Neurocognitive Clinic, offering assessments and neurorehabilitation for cognitive and mental health needs. šŸŒŸ

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Qualifications šŸŽ“

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King’s College London (Oct 2012 ā€“ Sept 2015): Led empirical research on neuropsychological outcomes following critical illness, focusing on PTSD symptoms and cognitive functioning. Published meta-analysis on technology for PTSD therapy and functional neurological conditions in hyper-acute stroke units. PhD in Neuropsychology, University of Cambridge (Oct 2009 ā€“ Feb 2013): Conducted a pilot RCT using technology for psychological therapy in long-term neurological conditions. Awarded studentship from NIHR ARC East of England. MSc in Neuropsychology (Distinction), University of Bristol (Oct 2007 ā€“ Sept 2008): Researched hippocampal activation during memory tests using fMRI techniques. BSc in Experimental Psychology (2:1), University of Bristol (Sept 2004 ā€“ July 2007): Conducted research on individual differences in cognitive flexibility and mental health.

Employment šŸ’¼

Clinical Lecturer in Neuropsychology, King’s College London (Dec 2021 ā€“ Present): Leading Neuropsychology for DClinPsy training. Conducting research and providing clinical services. Clinical Psychology Research Fellow, King’s College London (May 2016 ā€“ Nov 2021): Specialized in user experience of remote measurement technology. Supervised research and provided teaching. Clinical Director, The London Neurocognitive Clinic (April 2022 ā€“ Present): Overseeing clinical operations and providing neuropsychological assessments and rehabilitation. Clinical Psychologist, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (Jan 2019 ā€“ Nov 2021): Led development of remote neuropsychological interventions for serious mental health problems.

Teaching šŸ“š

Various teaching roles at King’s College London, including DclinPsy and BSc Psychology courses.

Awards/Grants šŸ†

Received grants and awards for research, including public engagement and travel grants. This diverse background in academia, clinical practice, and industry equips me to make meaningful contributions to the field of neuropsychology and mental health care.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Title: Barriers to and facilitators of engagement with remote measurement technology for managing health: systematic review and content analysis of findings
    • Journal: Journal of medical Internet research
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 20
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: e10480
    • Citations: 220

 

  1. Title: Digital exclusion among mental health service users: qualitative investigation
    • Journal: Journal of medical Internet research
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 21
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: e11696
    • Citations: 105

 

  1. Title: Barriers to and facilitators of engagement with mHealth technology for remote measurement and management of depression: qualitative analysis
    • Journal: JMIR mHealth and uHealth
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: e11325
    • Citations: 86

 

  1. Title: Remote Assessment of Disease and Relapse in Major Depressive Disorder (RADAR-MDD): recruitment, retention, and data availability in a longitudinal remote measurement study
    • Journal: BMC psychiatry
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 22
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 136
    • Citations: 47

 

  1. Title: Patient perspectives on the acceptability of mHealth technology for remote measurement and management of epilepsy: A qualitative analysis
    • Journal: Epilepsy & Behavior
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 97
    • Pages: 123-129
    • Citations: 47

 

  1. Title: Keeping well in a COVID-19 crisis: a qualitative study formulating the perspectives of mental health service users and carers
    • Journal: Journal of Mental Health
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 30
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 138-147
    • Citations: 34

 

 

  1. Title: Engaging across dimensions of diversity: A cross-national perspective on mHealth tools for managing relapsing remitting and progressive multiple sclerosis
    • Journal: Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 32
    • Pages: 123-132
    • Citations: 32