Dr. Balasankar Ganesan
Head, School of American Education
BIO
Dr. Balasankar Ganesan is a distinguished researcher and clinician, ranked among the top 2% of scientists globally in clinical medicine, as recognized by the 2024 Stanford and Elsevier rankings. With numerous publications in prestigious journals, including The Lancet, his work has made a significant impact on the field. Dr. Ganesan holds dual PhDs in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (HKPU). He also earned a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from HKPU and recently completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a research specialization from the University of Wollongong, Australia.
Dr. Ganesan’s research expertise spans digital health technology, aging, stroke, and the global burden of diseases. As a recognized leader in health promotion and policy, he continues to contribute to global health initiatives and shape the future of healthcare delivery. His interdisciplinary approach drives innovative solutions and evidence-based practices that aim to improve health outcomes worldwide.
RESEARCH OUTPUT
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Global, regional, and national burden of diabetes from 1990 to 2021, with projections of prevalence to 2050: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Burden of disease scenarios by state in the USA, 2022–50: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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The global epidemiology and health burden of the autism spectrum: findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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The burden of diseases, injuries, and risk factors by state in the USA, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global mortality associated with 33 bacterial pathogens in 2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019
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Global, regional, and national burden of low back pain, 1990–2020, its attributable risk factors, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global, regional, and national burden of osteoarthritis, 1990–2020 and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Population-level risks of alcohol consumption by amount, geography, age, sex, and year: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2020
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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 for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global, regional, and national burden of disorders affecting the nervous system, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak quarantine, isolation, and lockdown policies on mental health and suicide
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Global incidence, prevalence, years lived with disability (YLDs), disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs), and healthy life expectancy (HALE) for 371 diseases and injuries in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global burden and strength of evidence for 88 risk factors in 204 countries and 811 subnational locations, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global age-sex-specific mortality, life expectancy, and population estimates in 204 countries and territories and 811 subnational locations, 1950–2021, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic: a comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Ponseti method in the management of clubfoot under 2 years of age: A systematic review
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Global, regional, and national burden of rheumatoid arthritis, 1990–2020, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global, regional, and national burden of other musculoskeletal disorders, 1990–2020, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Balance control, agility, eye–hand coordination, and sport performance of amateur badminton players: A cross-sectional study
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Current conservative management and classification of club foot: A review
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Ambient assisted living technologies for older adults with cognitive and physical impairments: a review
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Burden of disease scenarios for 204 countries and territories, 2022–2050: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Impact of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on occupational therapy practice and use of telerehabilitation-A cross sectional study.
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Global, regional, and national burden of meningitis and its aetiologies, 1990–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019
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Adolescent transport and unintentional injuries: a systematic analysis using the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019
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Global, regional, and national burden of neck pain, 1990–2020, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global fertility in 204 countries and territories, 1950–2021, with forecasts to 2100: a comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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3D printing technology applications in occupational therapy
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Kinetic and kinematic analysis of gait pattern of 13 year old children with unilateral genu valgum
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Global, regional, and national incidence of six major immune-mediated inflammatory diseases: findings from the global burden of disease study 2019
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Validation of the virtual-reality prospective memory test (Hong Kong Chinese version) for individuals with first-episode schizophrenia
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Research priorities to reduce the impact of COVID-19 in low-and middle-income countries
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after an earthquake experience: A cross-sectional survey of Wenchuan earthquake victims with physical disabilities 10 years later
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Chinese martial art training failed to improve balance or inhibit falls in older adults
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Developing a three-dimensional (3D) assessment method for clubfoot—a study protocol
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Global fertility in 204 countries and territories, 1950–2021, with forecasts to 2100: a comprehensive demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global, regional, and national burden of stroke and its risk factors, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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A novel 3D evaluation method for assessing bone to bone relationships in clubfoot.
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Global pattern, trend, and cross-country inequality of early musculoskeletal disorders from 1990 to 2019, with projection from 2020 to 2050
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The impact of serious games on physical activity, cognitive training and mental health for the ageing population during COVID-19: implications and future trajectories
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Effects of socks and shoes on normal foot skin temperature
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Factors predictive of Ponseti casting for treating clubfoot: analysis of Bayesian Poisson regression model.
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Common orthopedic problems in the foot and their implications for footwear design
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A new representational method of human foot anatomical landmark and its application in foot posture data acquisition
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Forecasting the effects of smoking prevalence scenarios on years of life lost and life expectancy from 2022 to 2050: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Global, regional, and national burden of gout, 1990–2020, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Infrared thermal imaging for evaluation of clubfoot after the Ponseti casting method-An Exploratory Study
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Kinect-based 3D assessment for clubfoot deformity: An exploratory study
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Global, regional, and national stillbirths at 20 weeks’ gestation or longer in 204 countries and territories, 1990–2021: findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021
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Burden of disease scenarios for 204 countries and territories, 2022-2050: a forecasting analysis for the global burden of disease study 2021
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Designing footwear and braces for children with clubfoot deformity
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Foot dynamic model for investigate foot motion during walking
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Australian burden of disease study: health equity through data disaggregation
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Recent trends and digital technology applications in lower limb injuries rehabilitation
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Historical overview and the evolution of digital health
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Digital Technology in Public Health and Rehabilitation Care – COVID Era
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Global, Regional, and National Burden of Gout, 1990–2020, and Projections to 2050: A Systematic Analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021.
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Global pattern, trend, and cross-country inequality of early musculoskeletal disorders from 1990 to 2019, with projection from 2020 to 2050
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Supplementary Lancet Neurology GBD 2021 Nervous System Diseases.
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Digital Technology Applications in Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Practice
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A nationwide cross-sectional survey of prevalence and association of physical activity with suicidal, psychosocial, and risky-health indicators among adolescents in Bangladesh
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Global, regional, and national burden of meningitis and its aetiologies, 1990–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019
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Estimated prevalence of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour among adults in Bangladesh: nationally representative STEPS survey, 2018
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Global, regional, and national burden of low back pain, 1990–2020, its attributable risk factors, and projections to 2050: a systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease …
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The Use of Infrared Thermography in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review
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Developing a three-dimensional (3D) assessment method for clubfoot
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Burden of disease scenarios for 204 countries and territories, 2022–2050: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021