Professor, at Qatar University, Qatar
Prof. Fadwa Naji Mah’d Alhalaiqa is a distinguished Professor of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Qatar University, with extensive expertise in mental health research, nursing education, and policy development. She is internationally recognized for her contributions to geriatric mental health, stress, adherence techniques, psychiatric nursing, and refugee mental health. Ranked among the top 50 researchers in the Arabic world in the field of nursing (AD Scientific Index 2024), she is an active member of global nursing organizations and plays a crucial role in policy-making and science diplomacy.
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Education 🎓
Ph.D. in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, University of East Anglia, UK (2013) 🇬🇧
Master’s in Nursing (Cardiopulmonary Branch), Jordan University for Science and Technology (JUST) (2006) 🎓
Bachelor’s in Nursing, Jordan University for Science and Technology (JUST) (2004) 🎓
She completed several advanced leadership and research training programs, including the Responsible Conduct of Research Fellowship (San Diego State University, USA), Implementation Research with WHO, and leadership courses from Coursera and NIH.
Experience 💼
Professor of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Qatar University (2023 – Present)
Associate Professor, Qatar University (2018 – 2023)
Assistant Professor, Qatar University (2013 – 2018)
She has held leadership roles in nursing councils and international organizations, including:
Treasurer, Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) 💡
Co-founder, Psychological Sciences Association (PSA) in Jordan 🏥
Member, Cochrane Hypertension Group 🌎
Committee Member, National Health Workforce Account (NHWA), WHO Jordan 🚑
She is actively involved in training and mentorship programs, shaping the next generation of mental health professionals.
Research Interest 🔬
Prof. Alhalaiqa’s research is centered on psychiatric and mental health nursing, with key interests in:
Geriatric mental health problems 🧓🧠
Stress and adherence techniques 🧘♀️
Refugee mental health and global health burdens 🌍
Psychiatric/Mental health nursing innovations 🏥
Technology, media, and health 📱
Randomized clinical trials & systematic reviews 📊
Health policy development and science diplomacy 📜
Her research contributes to evidence-based nursing practices and informs mental health policy decisions globally.
Award 🏅
Top 50 Researchers in Nursing (Arabic World) – AD Scientific Index 2024 🏅
Jordan Nursing Council Award for Best Academic Achievement, presented by Her Highness Princess Muna Alhussien (2004) 👑
Top Nursing Student Academic Achievement Award, Jordan University for Science and Technology (JUST) 🎖️
Ph.D. Scholarship Recipient, Philadelphia University (2008) 🎓
Her accolades highlight her academic excellence and groundbreaking contributions to nursing research.
Top Noted Publication 📑
Global Mortality Associated with 33 Bacterial Pathogens in 2019: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 KS Ikuta, LR Swetschinski, GR Aguilar, F Sharara, T Mestrovic, AP Gray, et al.1207The Lancet2022
The Global Burden of Cancer Attributable to Risk Factors, 2010–19: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 KB Tran, JJ Lang, K Compton, R Xu, AR Acheson, HJ Henrikson, et al.651The Lancet2022
Global, Regional, and National Burden of Hepatitis B, 1990–2019: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 BS Sheena, L Hiebert, H Han, H Ippolito, M Abbasi-Kangevari, et al.517The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology2022
Global Burden of 288 Causes of Death and Life Expectancy Decomposition in 204 Countries and Territories and 811 Subnational Locations, 1990–2021: A Systematic Analysis M Naghavi, KL Ong, A Aali, HS Ababneh, YH Abate, C Abbafati, et al.430The Lancet2024
Global, Regional, and National Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System, 1990–2021: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 JD Steinmetz, KM Seeher, N Schiess, E Nichols, B Cao, C Servili, et al.410The Lancet Neurology2024
Conclusion
Prof. Fadwa Naji Mah’d Alhalaiqa is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her significant research contributions, international recognition, academic leadership, and dedication to mental health nursing. Her policy work, systematic reviews, and clinical trial expertise make her a pioneering figure in psychiatric and mental health research. Addressing areas like research funding and global policy influence would further enhance her eligibility for the award.