Safora Johansen | radiographers | Best Paper Award

Assist Prof Dr.Safora Johansen | radiographers | Best Paper Award

Associate professor and researcher at radiographers, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway

Safora Johansen is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in health sciences and radiation physics. With a Ph.D. from the University of Oslo and extensive experience in academia and research, Safora has made significant contributions to her field. She currently holds positions as an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University and the Singapore Institute of Technology, where she continues to advance education and research. Safora has also been involved in various research projects and collaborations, receiving grants and fellowships for her work. Her expertise and dedication to her field are evident in her academic achievements and contributions to the advancement of health sciences and radiation physics.

Professional Profiles

Education:

Safora Johansen has a diverse educational background with a focus on health sciences and radiation physics. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in radiography at OsloMet in 1995, followed by a specialization in radiation therapy at the same institution in 1996. Safora furthered her education by pursuing a Medical image processing program at the University of Bergen (UIB) in 2001-2002, where she later obtained a Master’s degree in health science in 2005. Continuing her academic journey, Safora completed a Ph.D. in the Medicine faculty at the University of Oslo (UIO) in 2009, with a focus on radiation physics. In 2019, she also completed a course in university pedagogy at OsloMet University, enhancing her teaching skills. Additionally, Safora has pursued education in health and social administration and leadership at Folkeuniversitet, Asker, in 1997-1998. Her academic pursuits reflect a deep commitment to advancing her knowledge and expertise in the field of health sciences and radiation physics.

Teaching:

Safora Johansen has been actively involved in teaching and educational activities, contributing her expertise to various institutions and courses. Since 2013, she has been teaching courses such as radiation physics, statistics, research methodology, scientific article analysis, proposal preparation, and more at OsloMet. Additionally, she has been involved in teaching activities at OsloMet in collaboration with Dalhousie University and Sunnybrook Cancer Centre, focusing on Bachelor’s, Master’s thesis, and professional development courses since 2013. Safora has also been teaching a Master of Science course on the medical use of radiation at OsloMet in collaboration with McMaster University in Canada since 2014. Furthermore, she conducted an ESTRO pre-meeting course in 2018, showcasing her commitment to sharing knowledge and advancing education in the field of radiation physics and health sciences.

Experience:

Safora Johansen has held various academic and research positions, demonstrating her extensive experience and expertise in the field of radiation physics and health sciences. Since 2013, she has served as an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), where she contributes to the advancement of education and research. Simultaneously, she holds a position as a Senior Researcher at Oslo University Hospital (OUH), focusing on shared decision-making and collaborative care research. Safora’s academic journey includes a Postdoctoral position at OUH from 2009 to 2011 and a Research Assistant role from 2002 to 2006. Prior to her academic roles, Safora worked as a Radiographer, Radiation Technologist, Lecturer, and Scientific Advisor at OUH, OsloMet, and the Radiographer Society from 1994 to 2002. Her diverse roles reflect her dedication to both research and education in the field of health sciences and radiation physics. Recently, in 2023, Safora joined the Singapore Institute of Technology as an Associate Professor, further expanding her academic reach and impact.

Fellowships and Grants:

Safora Johansen has been the recipient of several fellowships and grants in the last five years, demonstrating her commitment to research and education in the field of health sciences and radiation physics. In 2019, she secured a 50% PhD position at OsloMet for a duration of six years, from 2019 to 2025. Prior to this, Safora also held a 50% PhD position at OsloMet and Oslo University Hospital (OUS) from 2014 to 2018. Safora has also been involved in various research projects funded by external organizations. In 2021, she received a grant of NOK 3,000,000 from The Directorate for Higher Education and Competence (Hk-dir) for a project titled “Sustainable radiography education and collaboration.” Additionally, she received grants from the International Cooperation and Quality Enhancement in Higher Education (DiKU) in 2017 for projects collaborating with Canada and South Africa on establishing and developing professional collaboration in radiography. Furthermore, Safora has been involved in project collaborations with various Canadian universities and healthcare centers, receiving a grant of NOK 300,000 from DiKU in 2019 for this purpose. She has also received funding from Oslo Metropolitan University for a Clinical practice project in 2017.

Publications:

The effect of cancer patients’ and their family caregivers’ physical and emotional symptoms on caregiver burden

Authors: S Johansen, M Cvancarova, C Ruland

Journal: Cancer nursing

Volume: 41

Issue: 2

Pages: 91-99

Year: 2018

Citations: 173

A planning comparison of dose patterns in organs at risk and predicted risk for radiation-induced malignancy in the contralateral breast following radiation therapy of primary breast cancer

Authors: S Johansen, L Cozzi, DR Olsen

Journal: Acta Oncologica

Volume: 48

Issue: 4

Pages: 495-503

Year: 2009

Citations: 132

Arm and shoulder morbidity following surgery and radiotherapy for breast cancer

Authors: S Johansen, K Fosså, IL Nesvold, E Malinen, SD Fosså

Journal: Acta oncologica

Volume: 53

Issue: 4

Pages: 521-529

Year: 2014

Citations: 109

Recruitment challenges in clinical research including cancer patients and caregivers

Authors: K Sygna, S Johansen, CM Ruland

Journal: Trials

Volume: 16

Pages: 1-9

Year: 2015

Citations: 89

Long-term cardiac mortality after hypofractionated radiation therapy in breast cancer

Authors: KH Tjessem, S Johansen, E Malinen, KV Reinertsen, T Danielsen, …

Journal: International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics

Volume: 87

Issue: 2

Pages: 337-343

Year: 2013

Citations: 50

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Dr Rajesh Natarajan University of Technology and Applied Sciences-Shinas, Oman

Rajesh N completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Bharathiar University, Master of Computer Application from Thiruvalluvar University and BSc Computer science from Madras University. He is currently working as a Lecturer at University of Technology and Applied Sciences-Shinas, Sultanate of Oman. His research interest includes Data Mining, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Blockchain Technology, and Data Privacy and Security. He has presented articles in the National and International conferences also published articles in reputed indexed journals like SCI, WoS and SCOPUS.

Education:

He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science from Bharathiar University in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, in 2020. Prior to that, he completed his Master of Computer Application degree at Thiruvalluvar University in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India, in 2008. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Computer Science degree from Madras University in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, in 2005. Throughout his educational career, he has demonstrated a keen interest and dedication to the field of computer science. With a solid foundation established through his bachelor’s degree, he pursued advanced studies, culminating in a master’s degree that provided him with comprehensive knowledge and skills in computer applications. His pursuit of a Ph.D. reflects his commitment to scholarly research and his desire to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field. Through his academic achievements and professional experiences, he has developed a deep understanding of computer science concepts and their practical applications. He continues to leverage his expertise to make meaningful contributions to both academia and the broader technology industry.

Profile:

Experience:

He has an extensive academic background, having served as a Lecturer in the Department of Information Technology at the University of Technology and Applied Science in Shinas, Sultanate of Oman, since October 14, 2014. Prior to this role, he held the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Application at Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology in Bangalore, India, from February 2, 2009, to October 11, 2014. With over a decade of experience in academia, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for his students, empowering them with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of information technology. His tenure as both a Lecturer and Assistant Professor underscores his passion for education and his ability to inspire and mentor the next generation of IT professionals. Through his teaching, research, and leadership, he continues to make significant contributions to the academic community, shaping the future of technology education.

Publications:

  1. Blended ensemble learning prediction model for strengthening diagnosis and treatment of chronic diabetes disease Cited By : 42, Published By : 2022
  2. A Novel Framework on Security and Energy Enhancement Based on Internet of Medical Things for Healthcare 5.0 Cited By : 38, Published By : 2023
  3. Paddy plant disease recognition, risk analysis, and classification using deep convolution neuro-fuzzy network Cited By : 33, Published By : 2022
  4. Modified Self-Adaptive Bayesian algorithm for smart heart disease prediction in IoT system Cited By : 29, Published By : 2022
  5. Survey on privacy preserving data mining techniques using recent algorithms Cited By : 29, Published By : 2016
  6. A comparative performance analysis of machine learning approaches for the early prediction of diabetes disease Cited By : 19, Published By : 2022
  7. Association rules and deep learning for cryptographic algorithm in privacy preserving data mining Cited By : 17, Published By : 2019
  8. Survey on Malicious URL Detection Techniques Cited By : 12, Published By : 2022
  9. Secure Modern Wireless Communication Network Based on Blockchain Technology Cited By : 9, Published By : 2023
  10. Blinder Oaxaca and Wilk Neutrosophic Fuzzy Set-based IoT Sensor Communication for Remote Healthcare Analysis Cited By : 9, Published By : 2022