Ana M. Gonzalez Ramos | Gender and Health | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ana M. Gonzalez Ramos | Gender and Health | Best Researcher Award

Instituto de Estudios Sociales Avanzados – Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas | Spain

Dr. Ana M. Gonzalez Ramos is an accomplished sociologist whose research illuminates the intersections of gender, technology, health, and professional careers within contemporary societies. Her work integrates gender studies with socio-technology, examining how digital environments, biomedical frameworks, workplace structures, and mobility patterns shape the experiences and well-being of diverse populations. She has led and contributed to influential research on sex and gender perspectives in clinical practice, inequalities in health systems, digital culture, feminist technoscience, and gendered transformations in labour markets and academia. An active contributor to international projects, she has advanced knowledge on social determinants of health, psychosocial risks in academic institutions, feminist digital activism, and the implications of technological change for equality. Her scholarship includes a substantial body of publications in high-impact journals and multiple contributions to books addressing gender, leadership, social research methodologies, and contemporary social challenges. She has supervised doctoral research on gender, ICT, care practices, and women’s empowerment, strengthening the next generation of feminist scholarship. Her professional experience includes leadership roles in scientific associations, editorial responsibilities in respected sociology journals, and participation in expert committees shaping the field of gender studies. Through interdisciplinary collaborations, research leadership, and public engagement, she has contributed to advancing equitable scientific practices, enriching sociological theory, and informing policies aimed at reducing gendered inequalities in health, technology, and knowledge production.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

González Ramos, A. M., Serrano del Rosal, R., & Padrón, A. G. (2025). Gender regimes influences on social perception of pain and illness among European citizens. European Sociological Association, Research Network 16 Sociology of Health & Medicine Mid-Term Conference: Health in the Anthropocene: Sociological Analysis, Reflections, and Implications.

González Ramos, A. M., Benazizi, I., & Toledo, A. (2025). Women in biomedical model: The case of the instruments of diagnosis and recommendations (CPG, Clinical Practice Guidelines). European Sociological Association, Research Network 16 Sociology of Health & Medicine Mid-Term Conference: Health in the Anthropocene: Sociological Analysis, Reflections, and Implications.

González Ramos, A. M. (2025). La cultura de la pornografía: del castillo a la pantalla. In La pornografía, un problema social global: Didáctica feminista (ISBN 978-84-1079-009-4). C.S.I.C.

Padrón Armas, A., González Ramos, A., & Serrano-del-Rosal, R. (2025). Understanding health and pain through the gender regime: A multilevel framework from a sociological view. Social Sciences, 14(11), Article 636.

González Ramos, A. M., Gavín Benavent, P., & Isern de Val, S. (2025). La incorporación de la perspectiva de sexo y género en las guías de práctica clínica. Revista Española de Salud Pública.

Christine Saleh | Women’s Health | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Christine Saleh | Women’s Health | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Western Sydney University | Australia

Ms. Christine Saleh is a Health Science professional with a strong academic foundation in Health Promotion and Women’s Health. Her research background reflects a focused interest in improving public health outcomes through the promotion of healthy lifestyles and preventive health strategies, particularly in relation to children’s health and women’s wellbeing. She has engaged in applied research exploring self-care practices, pelvic pain management, and health behavior interventions, contributing to initiatives that bridge research with community-based health promotion. Professionally, she has extensive experience within the higher education and healthcare sectors, providing administrative, advisory, and research support in academic and clinical settings. Her roles have emphasized effective communication, student engagement, and the coordination of research-related activities, enhancing the operational and research functions of her institutions. She has demonstrated proficiency in managing complex administrative systems, supporting postgraduate research programs, and facilitating health-related projects. Her background in pharmacy assistance has further strengthened her understanding of community health service delivery and patient engagement. Fluent in English and Arabic, she brings a multicultural perspective to her professional and research endeavors. Ms. Saleh’s combined expertise in research, administration, and community health underpins her commitment to advancing evidence-based health promotion and public health initiatives that foster wellbeing across diverse populations.

Profile: Orcid

Featured Publications

Saleh, C., Hawkey, A., & Armour, M. (2025). Perceptions and experiences of menstrual pain among Middle Eastern women living in Australia. Culture, Health & Sexuality. Advance online publication.