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Research stay at Black Dog Institute

Ana Hernández Sauret
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Research stay at Black Dog Institute

Ana Hernández Sauret
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Date: February – May 2025 Place: University New South Wales, Sydney – Black Dog Institute URL: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/research-centres/neuromodulation-research-centre/ Reflection: My time at Black Dog Institute has been an enriching and rewarding experience. Black Dog Institute is a leading research institute in Australia focused on mental health and the understanding of mood disorders, particularly depression. During my stay, I am collaborating on several exciting projects. One of them focuses on sensory stimulation, where we apply TMS, visual, and auditory stimulation to enhance…
Date: February – May 2025 Place: University New South Wales, Sydney – Black Dog Institute URL: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/research-centres/neuromodulation-research-centre/ Reflection: My…

Date: February – May 2025

Place: University New South Wales, Sydney – Black Dog Institute

URL: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/research-centres/neuromodulation-research-centre/

Reflection: My time at Black Dog Institute has been an enriching and rewarding experience. Black Dog Institute is a leading research institute in Australia focused on mental health and the understanding of mood disorders, particularly depression. During my stay, I am collaborating on several exciting projects. One of them focuses on sensory stimulation, where we apply TMS, visual, and auditory stimulation to enhance memory function. Another project involves investigating the relationship between heart rate variability (HRV) and TMS in mental health. It’s inspiring to work alongside experts in the field and contribute to research that has the potential to improve treatments for mental health conditions. I look forward to continuing to learn and collaborate on these groundbreaking projects.

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Data analysis

Ana Hernández Sauret
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Data analysis

Ana Hernández Sauret
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Date: February/March 2025 Reflection: I’m excited to have started the data analysis phase of my project. The process has been both challenging and rewarding as we dive deeper into the results. I’m particularly grateful to have begun collaborating with Gonzalo García, who has been instrumental in helping with the analysis of the fNIRS data. His expertise is a valuable addition to the project, and together, we are working to uncover meaningful insights that will advance our understanding of cognitive control…
Date: February/March 2025 Reflection: I’m excited to have started the data analysis phase of my project. The process has…

Date: February/March 2025

Reflection: I’m excited to have started the data analysis phase of my project. The process has been both challenging and rewarding as we dive deeper into the results. I’m particularly grateful to have begun collaborating with Gonzalo García, who has been instrumental in helping with the analysis of the fNIRS data. His expertise is a valuable addition to the project, and together, we are working to uncover meaningful insights that will advance our understanding of cognitive control in depression. I’m looking forward to seeing how the data will further inform our research.

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Data collection

Ana Hernández Sauret
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Data collection

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Date: September 2024 – January 2025 Reflection: I’m thrilled to have completed the data collection phase of my project. It has been a challenging journey, especially in terms of recruiting participants, as finding the right individuals to meet the criteria took more time and effort than I initially expected. However, I’m proud that we managed to involve participants who are now going through the 10 days of stimulation as part of the study. The process has been demanding, but it’s…
Date: September 2024 – January 2025 Reflection: I’m thrilled to have completed the data collection phase of my project.…

Date: September 2024 – January 2025

Reflection: I’m thrilled to have completed the data collection phase of my project. It has been a challenging journey, especially in terms of recruiting participants, as finding the right individuals to meet the criteria took more time and effort than I initially expected. However, I’m proud that we managed to involve participants who are now going through the 10 days of stimulation as part of the study. The process has been demanding, but it’s incredibly rewarding to see everything coming together. I’m excited to move on to the next stages of analysis and continue advancing our understanding of cognitive control in depression.

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Proyecto SEGCohort

Sheila Ares Maneiro
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Proyecto SEGCohort

Sheila Ares Maneiro
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El pasado mes de enero me he incorporado como ayudante de investigación al proyecto SEGCohort. Este proyecto, está impulsado por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela y financiado por el Plan Nacional sobre Drogas y en el colaboran el grupo Epi4health, la Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona y la Universidad Central de Cataluña Tiene como objetivo conocer las conductas en salud de los adolescentes de la provincia de Lugo, monitorizando aspectos sociales, la salud y los…
El pasado mes de enero me he incorporado como ayudante de investigación al proyecto SEGCohort. Este proyecto, está impulsado…

El pasado mes de enero me he incorporado como ayudante de investigación al proyecto SEGCohort.

Este proyecto, está impulsado por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela y financiado por el Plan Nacional sobre Drogas y en el colaboran el grupo Epi4health, la Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona y la Universidad Central de Cataluña Tiene como objetivo conocer las conductas en salud de los adolescentes de la provincia de Lugo, monitorizando aspectos sociales, la salud y los determinantes de esta. Para ello, realiza un análisis del entorno de los diferentes centros educativos de la provincia de Lugo y un análisis de variables sociodemográficos, consumo de sustancias, alimentación, estado de ánimo, relación con pares, sexualidad y actividades de ocio de los estudiantes que acuden a dichos centros.

Entre mis tareas como ayudante se encuentran el reclutamiento de centros participantes, la recogida de datos en los diferentes centros, el análisis de datos, la creación de material audiovisual con los resultados de datos analizados, la redacción de artículos o la preparación de comunicaciones para congresos, entre otros.

Considero esta una gran oportunidad que me permite dar un paso más en mi formación como investigadora.

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Meeting of Digital Health Innovators in Spain – 4YFN 2025

María Angeles Fuentes Expósito
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Meeting of Digital Health Innovators in Spain – 4YFN 2025

María Angeles Fuentes Expósito
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Digital Health Innovators España     Date: 5 March 2025 Location: MWC Barcelona This year, I had the privilege of participating in…
Digital Health Innovators España     Date: 5 March 2025 Location: MWC Barcelona This year, I had the privilege…

Digital Health Innovators España

 

 

Date: 5 March 2025

Location: MWC Barcelona

This year, I had the privilege of participating in 4YFN 2025, one of the most significant global events for innovation and entrepreneurship in digital health. As a Digital Health Innovator, I joined an incredible network of professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs dedicated to transforming healthcare through technology.

Key Takeaways from 4YFN 2025

  • AI & Digital Health Integration: AI is revolutionizing healthcare, from predictive analytics to patient engagement and clinical decision-making.
  • Personalized Healthcare & Gamification: Behavioral data and gamification techniques are key to increasing adherence and improving patient outcomes.
  • The Power of Networking: Collaborating with startups, researchers, and industry leaders opens new possibilities for developing and implementing innovative health solutions.
  • Women Leading in HealthTech: Seeing more women at the forefront of digital health was inspiring, reinforcing the importance of inclusion and diversity in healthcare innovation.

As the field of digital health continues to evolve, I am excited to contribute to new research, applications, and collaborations that drive meaningful change in healthcare. This event reaffirmed the power of technology and community-driven innovation in shaping the future of medicine.

I am grateful to have been part of this inspiring experience and look forward to continuing the journey as a Digital Health Innovator!

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Thematic analysis with Atlas.ti

Mònica Rodríguez Barniol
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Thematic analysis with Atlas.ti

Mònica Rodríguez Barniol
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Date: October 1, 2024 Place: Online session. In October 2024, I attended a research seminar on Thematic Analysis with Atlas.ti. Organized by the UOC professors Sergi Fàbregues and Enrique Baleiora. Competences: Systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of research skills and methods related to that field. Ability to carry out a critical analysis and evaluation and synthesis of new and complex ideas. Reflection on the learning undertaken: This seminar provided me with the foundational knowledge of thematic…
Date: October 1, 2024 Place: Online session. In October 2024, I attended a research seminar on Thematic Analysis with…

Date: October 1, 2024

Place: Online session.

In October 2024, I attended a research seminar on Thematic Analysis with Atlas.ti. Organized by the UOC professors Sergi Fàbregues and Enrique Baleiora.

Competences:

Systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of research skills and methods related to that field.

Ability to carry out a critical analysis and evaluation and synthesis of new and complex ideas.

Reflection on the learning undertaken:

This seminar provided me with the foundational knowledge of thematic analysis and the basic operational guidelines of Atlas.ti. This training is crucial for my doctoral thesis, as I will be using Atlas.ti for the concept mapping analysis.

Through Atlas.ti, the process of synthesizing and interpreting qualitative information to identify patterns will be more efficient and streamlined. The skills acquired from this seminar will enable me to effectively utilize Atlas.ti in my research, enhancing the quality and accuracy of my analysis.

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mHealth BCN Conference 2025

María Angeles Fuentes Expósito
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mHealth BCN Conference 2025

María Angeles Fuentes Expósito
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Reflections from the Organizing Committee Date: 19 February 2025 Location: Edifici de Recerca – UOC, Rambla del Poblenou, 154, Barcelona As a…
Reflections from the Organizing Committee Date: 19 February 2025 Location: Edifici de Recerca – UOC, Rambla del Poblenou, 154,…

Reflections from the Organizing Committee

Date: 19 February 2025

Location: Edifici de Recerca – UOC, Rambla del Poblenou, 154, Barcelona

As a member of the organizing committee, I had the incredible opportunity to help shape and participate in the mHealth BCN Conference 2025, organized by Fundación iSYS ,  with the colaboration of eHealth Center of Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), the Sociedad Catalana de Medicina Familiar y Comunitaria (CAMFiC) and the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, within the framework of BCN Health Innovation Week, led by Biocat and the BioRegion of Catalonia.

This year’s conference was a remarkable gathering of experts, innovators, and healthcare professionals, all committed to exploring the present and future of digital health. The discussions throughout the day highlighted key challenges and opportunities, focusing on:

  • The role of digital health in enhancing well-being and quality of life.
  • The importance of active aging and digital tools that support it.
  • Bridging the digital literacy gap for both users and professionals, preparing for the present—not just the future.
  • Developing user-centered applications, ensuring usability, utility, and long-term adherence.
  • AI’s impact on digital health, its benefits, risks, and potential inequalities.
  • The ethical and responsible use of health data, ensuring accessibility and fairness.

Reflections on the Future of Digital Health

Being part of the conference organization allowed me to see first-hand the complexity of digital health transformation. It is clear that for mHealth to be truly inclusive and effective, we need a multidisciplinary approach, one that embraces technological ethics, unbiased AI, and user-centric innovation.

Our mission goes beyond cost optimization; it is about empowering users and healthcare professionals, making digital health a tool for improving lives rather than a technological barrier.

While digital health has come a long way, we are still at the beginning of this journey. There is much work to be done, countless opportunities ahead, and an exciting evolution yet to unfold.

Grateful to have been part of this inspiring event and looking forward to the road ahead!

URL: https://www.fundacionisys.org/es/eventos/28-vii-edicion-mhealth-bcn-conference

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Summary of Progress to Date

Che Riva Katz
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Summary of Progress to Date

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I started my doctoral studies in September 2022, and I’m currently in my 3rd year.  The title of my research is as follows: An exploration of evidence-to-action: A study of telemedicine knowledge translation through the development of a research-driven telemedicine tool Progress is mostly according to plan, and at this stage I’ve completed my 3rd phase of research, and the manuscript is nearly ready for submission to a journal.  I have one more phase of research, along with the dissertation,…
I started my doctoral studies in September 2022, and I’m currently in my 3rd year.  The title of my…

I started my doctoral studies in September 2022, and I’m currently in my 3rd year.  The title of my research is as follows:

An exploration of evidence-to-action: A study of telemedicine knowledge translation through the development of a research-driven telemedicine tool

Progress is mostly according to plan, and at this stage I’ve completed my 3rd phase of research, and the manuscript is nearly ready for submission to a journal.  I have one more phase of research, along with the dissertation, to complete my doctoral studies.

The current status of each Phase is as follows:

  • Phase 1 Development of the Support tool: A rapid literature review and development of the telemedicine Support tool along with explanatory resources.
    • Output: a publication by World Health Organization.

WHO Regional Office for Europe. (2024). Support tool to strengthen telemedicine: Guidance for telemedicine assessment and strategy development. https://www.who.int/europe/publications/i/item/WHO-EURO-2024-9548-49320-73720 .

  • Phase 2 Expert consensus: a Delphi study to test the constructs of the draft Support tool.
    • Output: a publication in Digital Health.

Katz, C., Robles, N., Novillo-Ortiz, D., & Saigí-Rubió, F. (2024). Selection of criteria for a telemedicine framework for designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating telemedicine interventions: Validation using a modified Delphi process. DIGITAL HEALTH, 10. https://doi.org/10.1177/20552076241251951

  • Phase 3  State-of-the-art: rapid umbrella review to  synthesis the peer-reviewed evidence and further assess the findings of Phase 1 and 2.
    • Output: a publication near to completion for submission to BMJ Global Health

Katz, C., Ruiz, J.M. & Saigí-Rubió, F. (in progress) The state-of-the-art of the telemedicine implementation architecture: a rapid umbrella review of systematic reviews

 Phase 4 Field-testing – participatory action research in the field to test the implementation of the Support tool

  • Status: Survey currently in the field in Bosnia and Herzegovina

In addition to the above, I have been engaged in various other activities including:

  1. Saigí-Rubió, F., Nascimento, I. J. B. do, Robles, N., Ivanovska, K., Katz, C., Azzopardi-Muscat, N., & Ortiz, D. N. (2022). The Current Status of Telemedicine Technology Use Across the World Health Organization European Region: An Overview of Systematic Reviews. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 24(10), e40877. https://doi.org/10.2196/40877
  2. I’m second researcher for a study led by José María Ruiz titled Assessing Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Telemedicine Interventions in Cardiovascular Disease, which is a systematic review and meta-analysis.  First stage of screening will start in November 2024.
  3. I’ve supported the development of Key Performance Indicators for a World Health Organization consultancy (July to November 2024) on telemedicine in the Republic of Georgia
  4. I’m currently undertaking the UOC course Article Writing Workshop (October 2024 to February 2025)

Attached find my previous Annual report submissions which provide more detailed information of my activities to date.

2023-04-21 Katz – ActivityReport 2022-2023

2024-04-06 Katz-Annual Report 2023-2024

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