Caitlin Kent | Open Source | Best Researcher Award Published on 07/10/202507/10/2025 by Computer Science Engineering Ms. Caitlin Kent | Open Source | Best Researcher Award Honours Student | University of Wollongong | Australia Ms. Caitlin Kent has built a distinguished career in nursing and health research, with a particular focus on global and tropical health, immunisation programs, and community-based research. Her role at the Menzies School of Health Research demonstrates expertise in coordinating participant recruitment, conducting mixed-methods and qualitative research, and presenting findings to stakeholders and policy partners. Caitlin’s work contributes to the advancement of public health initiatives aimed at addressing disease prevention and improving healthcare outcomes in diverse populations. Her professional experience spans both clinical and research settings, including emergency departments, acute care, and neurological wards, where she has developed critical skills in patient management, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As part of the “B Part of it NT” Meningococcal B vaccine study, Caitlin engaged in public health research focused on vaccination coverage and disease control in Northern Territory communities. Her work as a Nurse Immuniser during the Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination rollout further reflects her dedication to preventive healthcare and rural outreach. In addition to her clinical expertise, Caitlin’s engagement in leadership and mentorship programs—such as the Menzies Leadership Development Program, Emerging Research Leadership Program, and Catalyse Mentorship Program—highlights her commitment to advancing research capacity and promoting women in STEMM. Her recognition through academic awards and participation in professional development programs underscores a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and applied health research. Through her ongoing Honours in Nursing and active involvement in multidisciplinary research initiatives, Caitlin continues to contribute to improving healthcare delivery, fostering community health awareness, and strengthening the integration of clinical practice with research innovation across Australia’s tropical and remote health landscape. Profile: ORCID Featured Publication Kent, C., & Halcomb, E. (2025). Nurses’ experiences of mental health care in the emergency department: An integrative review. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 34(9–10), 1–15.
Ms. Caitlin Kent has built a distinguished career in nursing and health research, with a particular focus on global and tropical health, immunisation programs, and community-based research. Her role at the Menzies School of Health Research demonstrates expertise in coordinating participant recruitment, conducting mixed-methods and qualitative research, and presenting findings to stakeholders and policy partners. Caitlin’s work contributes to the advancement of public health initiatives aimed at addressing disease prevention and improving healthcare outcomes in diverse populations. Her professional experience spans both clinical and research settings, including emergency departments, acute care, and neurological wards, where she has developed critical skills in patient management, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As part of the “B Part of it NT” Meningococcal B vaccine study, Caitlin engaged in public health research focused on vaccination coverage and disease control in Northern Territory communities. Her work as a Nurse Immuniser during the Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination rollout further reflects her dedication to preventive healthcare and rural outreach. In addition to her clinical expertise, Caitlin’s engagement in leadership and mentorship programs—such as the Menzies Leadership Development Program, Emerging Research Leadership Program, and Catalyse Mentorship Program—highlights her commitment to advancing research capacity and promoting women in STEMM. Her recognition through academic awards and participation in professional development programs underscores a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and applied health research. Through her ongoing Honours in Nursing and active involvement in multidisciplinary research initiatives, Caitlin continues to contribute to improving healthcare delivery, fostering community health awareness, and strengthening the integration of clinical practice with research innovation across Australia’s tropical and remote health landscape. Profile: ORCID
Ms. Caitlin Kent has built a distinguished career in nursing and health research, with a particular focus on global and tropical health, immunisation programs, and community-based research. Her role at the Menzies School of Health Research demonstrates expertise in coordinating participant recruitment, conducting mixed-methods and qualitative research, and presenting findings to stakeholders and policy partners. Caitlin’s work contributes to the advancement of public health initiatives aimed at addressing disease prevention and improving healthcare outcomes in diverse populations. Her professional experience spans both clinical and research settings, including emergency departments, acute care, and neurological wards, where she has developed critical skills in patient management, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As part of the “B Part of it NT” Meningococcal B vaccine study, Caitlin engaged in public health research focused on vaccination coverage and disease control in Northern Territory communities. Her work as a Nurse Immuniser during the Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination rollout further reflects her dedication to preventive healthcare and rural outreach. In addition to her clinical expertise, Caitlin’s engagement in leadership and mentorship programs—such as the Menzies Leadership Development Program, Emerging Research Leadership Program, and Catalyse Mentorship Program—highlights her commitment to advancing research capacity and promoting women in STEMM. Her recognition through academic awards and participation in professional development programs underscores a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and applied health research. Through her ongoing Honours in Nursing and active involvement in multidisciplinary research initiatives, Caitlin continues to contribute to improving healthcare delivery, fostering community health awareness, and strengthening the integration of clinical practice with research innovation across Australia’s tropical and remote health landscape. Profile: ORCID