Dr. Bronwin Patrickson has a robust professional background in research leadership and academia. Currently, she serves as a Senior Research Fellow in Translational Digital Health at Flinders University, where she leads significant research projects and supervises HDR students. Previously, she held positions such as Research Fellow in Impact and Evaluation at the University of South Wales, Creative Economy Engagement Fellow in Digital Design at the University of Leeds, and Research Assistant at Macquarie University. Dr. Patrickson has secured over $3 million in funding from major agencies like MRFF, HTSA, and ARC, contributing to the advancement of digital health solutions. Additionally, she has over a decade of teaching experience, having developed and delivered courses at institutions including the University of Leeds, University of Brighton, Macquarie University, University of Western Sydney, and the University of Sydney. Her professional journey is marked by a strong commitment to collaborative, cross-sectoral, and cross-cultural research projects, significantly impacting the fields of media and communications and digital health.
Research Interests:
Dr. Bronwin Patrickson’s research interests are deeply rooted in the intersection of digital health, media, and communications. She focuses on design frameworks for playful, interpersonal engagement in mediated environments, exploring how digital innovation can enhance user experiences and engagement. Her work in translational digital health at Flinders University involves developing and evaluating AI-enhanced health solutions, such as medicine review systems and waitlist decision support tools for rural health. Dr. Patrickson is also interested in eco-pedagogy and digital nature connections, as evidenced by her co-editorship of a special issue in the Digital Culture and Education journal. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges the gap between technology and human interaction, aiming to create more inclusive and effective digital health interventions.
Skills:
Dr. Bronwin Patrickson possesses a diverse set of research skills that span several key areas. She is proficient in designing and leading collaborative research projects, particularly those that intersect digital health, media, and communications. Her expertise includes the development and evaluation of AI-enhanced health solutions, such as medicine review systems and decision support tools. Dr. Patrickson has strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, enabling her to analyze complex data sets and derive meaningful insights. Additionally, she has significant experience in securing and managing substantial research funding, having successfully obtained over $3 million from major agencies like MRFF, HTSA, and ARC. Her editorial skills are highlighted by her role as co-editor of a special issue on eco-pedagogy and digital nature connections for the Digital Culture and Education journal. Dr. Patrickson is adept at supervising HDR students and mentoring research assistants, demonstrating her commitment to fostering the next generation of researchers. Her interdisciplinary approach and ability to bridge technology and human interaction make her a valuable asset in the fields of digital health and media communications.
Awards and Honors:
Dr. Bronwin Patrickson has garnered several prestigious awards and honors throughout her career, recognizing her significant contributions to research and education. She has been awarded conference attendance sponsorships by the Digital Health CRC, underscoring her recognition in the field of digital health. In 2020, Dr. Patrickson received the IAMCR 2020 Climate Communication Award, highlighting her commitment to advancing climate communication through media and technology. Her scholarly achievements include being named a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy by the University of Leeds, UK, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to teaching and learning enhancement. Additionally, she has received international research travel grants and scholarships, including a PhD Research Scholarship from Macquarie University, Australia. Dr. Patrickson’s accolades underscore her dedication to innovation in digital health, media, and communications, as well as her leadership in academic and research spheres.
Publications:
Evolving Adult ADHD Care: Preparatory Evaluation of a Prototype Digital Service Model Innovation for ADHD Care
- Authors: Bronwin Patrickson, Lida Shams, John Fouyaxis, Jörg Strobel, Klaus Oliver Schubert, Mike Musker, Niranjan Bidargaddi
- Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
- Date: 2024-05-01
- DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21050582
In-Depth Co-Design of Mental Health Monitoring Technologies by People with Lived Experience
- Authors: Bronwin Patrickson, Mike Musker, Dan Thorpe, Yasmin van Kasteren, Niranjan Bidargaddi
- Journal: Future Internet
- Date: 2023-05-25
- DOI: 10.3390/fi15060191
24 Hours of Biodiversity in Adelaide’s South Eastern Parklands
- Author: Bronwin Patrickson
- Date: 2023-01-30
- Source: Flinders University PURE
Behind the Scenes with USW and Wallace & Gromit
- Author: Bronwin Patrickson
- Year: 2022
- Source: Flinders University PURE
Consumer and Carer Views on Digital Mental Health Monitoring Technologies and Related Care Processes: Results from a Co-Design Consultation
- Authors: Bronwin Patrickson, Michael Musker, Dan Thorpe, Niranjan Bidargaddi
- Conference: 33rd Australasian Conference on Information Systems (ACIS), Melbourne, Australia
- Date: 2022-07-12
- Source: Flinders University PURE