Signature Research Areas
Many Disciplines, One Goal
Our research is wide-ranging, but it has a singular goal: being a catalyst for improved health and well-being. From AI breakthroughs to women’s health, we keep patients and communities at the heart of every discovery.
Where We Create Change
Join a research community that sets the standard for innovation across nursing science, from AI breakthroughs to women’s health. Collaborate with faculty experts to make discoveries across these eight signature research areas.
Aging Studies and Caregiving
Our leading research focuses on how dementia and palliative care, in addition to caregiver support, can improve healthy aging and quality of life for older adults and their families.
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Harnessing the power of data analytics, we pioneer approaches that enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
Cardiovascular, Brain & Biomarkers
We are at the forefront of research on heart and brain health, uncovering disease mechanisms and developing targeted therapies.
Natural Disaster & Environmental Science
This community-based research investigates the impacts of climate change and environmental hazards to improve public health strategies for vulnerable populations.
Oncology
Our oncology nursing research advances symptom management, survivorship care, and health disparities in cancer treatment to support patients from diagnosis to recovery.
Pediatrics
Our pediatric research focuses on child development and chronic illness to develop early interventions that support children’s well-being and improve health outcomes.
Violence & Injury Prevention & Treatment
Injury can drastically change the trajectory of our health. We study how policy, community programs, and new management methods affect injury risk and recovery.
Women's Health
We champion research in reproductive health, maternal outcomes, and gender-based disparities to empower women through evidence-based care models and policies that promote health equity and access.
The Cost of Caregiving
Mental stress is a clear reality for many dementia caregivers, but does this stress affect the body as well? Research led by Assistant Professor Brittany Butts delivered a clear — and concerning — answer. Caregivers show signs of accelerated cellular aging and heightened cardiovascular risk, revealing that caregiving takes a measurable biological toll. These findings point to a critical need for focused support and intervention for caregivers.