Ufuomanefe Jones | Nursing and Health Professions | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Ufuomanefe Jones | Nursing and Health Professions | Research Excellence Award

Coventry University | United Kingdom

Dr. Ufuomanefe Jones is a health and wellbeing researcher whose scholarship examines cardiovascular care, patient–family experiences, and equity in healthcare education and practice. Her work integrates qualitative inquiry with applied clinical perspectives to understand how communication, consultation styles, and cultural context shape outcomes for people living with heart failure and for families of frontline healthcare workers. She has contributed to interdisciplinary research on ethnic diversity, leadership barriers, and inclusion within paramedic and nursing education, advancing asset-based and equity-focused approaches. Dr. Jones has published in peer-reviewed international journals and presents regularly at public health and healthcare education conferences. Her research is recognised for amplifying underrepresented voices, strengthening culturally responsive practice, and informing workforce development and patient-centred cardiovascular care.

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Featured Publications


Family Experiences of living with frontline Healthcare workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic in the United Kingdom: Perspectives from Black and Asian Community

– Jones, U., Rodrigues Amorim Adegboye, A., Khutan, R., Murandu, M. · Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Infectious Diseases, 2026


Addressing the lack of ethnic diversity in the UK paramedic profession: A call for action

– Adegboye, A.A., Jones, U., Gilkes, G., et al. · British Paramedic Journal, 2025


Enhancing diversity and inclusion in paramedic education: Exploring educator and learner perspectives on asset-based initiatives

– Graham, K., Jones, U., Rehling, T., et al. · Health Services Management Research, 2025


Addressing Leadership diversity barriers for Ethnic Minority staff in WMAS

– Hyllam, M., Rodrigues Amorim Adegboye, A., Jones, U., et al. · European Journal of Public Health, 2025

Gabriella Gould | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Gabriella Gould | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Bond University | Australia

Ms. Gabriella Gould is a dedicated physiotherapist and researcher with a focused expertise in musculoskeletal and vestibular physiotherapy, emphasizing evidence-based clinical assessment and rehabilitation strategies. Her research endeavors explore the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of physiotherapy interventions, with a particular emphasis on musculoskeletal conditions such as rotator cuff tendinopathy. Ms. Gabriella Gould’s most notable contribution is her systematic review on the use of diagnostic ultrasound for assessing rotator cuff tendinopathy, published in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology. This work rigorously synthesizes current methodologies, highlighting both the strengths and limitations of ultrasound as a clinical assessment tool, and provides clinicians with clear, evidence-based guidance for improved diagnostic accuracy. Her research approach integrates clinical insights with scientific rigor, bridging the gap between research evidence and practical physiotherapy applications. In addition to her publications, Ms. Gabriella Gould actively engages with the broader research community through professional memberships, contributing to the development of standardized assessment protocols and evidence-informed practice guidelines. Her research contributions extend to promoting patient-centered care by ensuring that diagnostic and rehabilitation strategies are both effective and accessible. By combining innovative research, systematic evidence evaluation, and a commitment to translational application, Gabriella Gould’s work not only enhances the scientific understanding of musculoskeletal assessment but also drives improvements in clinical practice, optimizing patient outcomes. Her ongoing research interests continue to focus on advancing diagnostic precision, validating therapeutic interventions, and supporting the integration of emerging technologies into physiotherapy practice, establishing her as a rising contributor to evidence-based musculoskeletal and vestibular physiotherapy research.

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Featured Publication

Gould, G., Macindoe, C., Wong, J., & Matthews, W. (2025). The use of diagnostic ultrasound for the assessment of rotator cuff tendinopathy: A systematic review. Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology.