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Dear Potential Students<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Joining the Human, Environment, Location, Transport & Health Research Group presents numerous opportunities for individuals passionate about contributing to advancements in various critical domains. Available Scholarship in HELTH Lab:Global Affairs Canada International Scholarships Program<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scholarships for non-Canadians<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Global Affairs Canada International Scholarships Program provides an opportunity for international students from participating countries to conduct short-term study, research or professional development in Canada. These scholarship programs include:Study in Canada Scholarships<\/a>\u00a0(students from Algeria, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kenya, Libya, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Taiwan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda and Ukraine). If you are from the above country and need to spend 6 months in HELTH Lab at Western University, please contact Dr Egide Kalisa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Research Assistants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full Name: Natasha Fortin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title\/ Position: Graduate Student Assistant<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Program: MHSc in Global Health Systems Candidate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research Interests: My research interests are focus on better understanding global health equity and how determinants of health, such as the environment impact individuals differently. Growing up on a farm inspired my interests in learning about the connection between the environment and human health, and the importance of protecting the environment.  I am also interested in the development of frugal devices and creating sustainable solutions for environmental challenges.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Project: I am currently working on a literature review and discussion on the health outcomes of air pollution and heatwaves in large and small cities in Canada. This project aims to understand the synergistic effects and broader implications of air pollution and heatwaves and how this environmental events impact health, as well as the understanding the challenges of addressing these issues in Canada and suggesting strategies to mitigate the negative health impacts.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/natasha-fortin-59751a26b\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Full Name: <\/strong>Sydney Lessard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title\/Position:<\/strong> Graduate Student Assistant <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Program:<\/strong> MHSc Global Health Systems, 1st Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research Interests: <\/strong>I am interested in exploring the impact of environmental health and climate change on the well-being of vulnerable populations. I am particularly interested in understanding the effects of climate change on women\u2019s health, including how environmental stressors disproportionately impact maternal and reproductive health outcomes. Additionally, I am interested in the effects of air pollution on child development, examining how early exposure to pollutants influences cognitive, respiratory, and overall health trajectories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Project:<\/strong> I am currently working on a scoping review and research gap analysis focused on the impact of air purifiers in educational settings, assessing their effectiveness in reducing indoor air pollutants. Using established scoping review methodologies, we are synthesizing findings across various regions to identify research trends, limitations, and gaps. Our preliminary analysis indicates a significant lack of studies from African countries, highlighting the need for further research in this context. The findings are expected to contribute to global discussions on air quality in schools and inform future research and policy recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LinkedIn:  <\/strong>www.linkedin.com\/in\/sydney-lessard22<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Full Name: Jiaqi Bi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title\/Position:<\/strong> Graduate Research Assistant<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Program:<\/strong> PhD in Biostatistics <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research Interests:<\/strong> Correlated data, statistical computations, statistical genomics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Project:<\/strong> I am analyzing chemical and Biological air pollution and using multivariate statistics to explore their correlation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LinkedIn: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jiaqi-bi-10189a126\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here are some opportunities within the research group:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Contact me<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Western University
1465 Richmond Street, PHFM 3129 London, ON, Canada, N6G 2M1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email <\/mark><\/strong>: ekalisa2@uwo.ca
Office <\/mark><\/strong>: 519.661.211 ext: 86262
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Newsletter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Receive occasional updates on some of my new projects, activities, and opportunities.<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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