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Biography
I am a Lecturer in Radiography at Ulster University, Magee campus, with a strong background in radiography education, clinical training and curriculum development. My expertise include diagnostic radiography, imaging science and clinical practice. I have contributed to curriculum design, research supervision, and grant writing. My research focus on improving diagnostic imaging through role extension and enhancing clinical practice training. I am passionate about mentoring students and early-career researchers, helping them build the skills needed in the field.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Image interpretation system for diagnostic radiographers: a collaborative approach , Cape Peninsula University of Technology
1 Feb 2020 → 31 Mar 2024
Award Date: 26 Apr 2024
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Research output
- 28 Article
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Radiology image interpretation services in a low-resource setting: Medical doctors' experiences and the potential role of radiographers
Karera, A., Engel‐Hills, P. & Davidson, F., 31 Mar 2024, In: Radiography. 30, 2, p. 560-566 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Radiographers' experiences of image interpretation training in a low-resource setting
Karera, A., Engel-Hills, P. & Davidson, F., 1 May 2023, In: Radiography. 29, 3, p. 590-596Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Preparedness to assume professional roles: experiences of recently qualified radiographers: A qualitative study
Kasita, R., Daniels, E. & Karera, A., 1 Sept 2023, In: Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. 70, 3, p. 262–269 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Justification of radiological procedures: Radiographers’ experiences at two public hospitals
Sitareni, M., Karera, A., Amkongo, M. & Daniels, E., 30 Jun 2023, In: Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences. 54, 2, p. 312-318 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Writing for reflection: Radiography students' experiences with reflective journaling
Karera, A., Kalondo, L., Amkongo, M. & Izaacs, L., 1 Aug 2023, In: Radiography. 29, 5, p. 950-955Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Activities
- 4 Publication Peer-review
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Radiography (Journal)
Karera, A. (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2020 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences (JMRS) (Journal)
Karera, A. (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2022 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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The South African radiographer (Journal)
Karera, A. (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2018 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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Radiography (Journal)
Karera, A. (Reviewer)
1 Feb 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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