Research
Friday, Jun 27, 2025
Dean Lisa Kitko Appointed Chair of AHA Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
As chair-elect, Kitko will lead the council in its advocacy for nursing and cardiovascular and stroke conditions across the lifespan.
Dean Lisa Kitko Appointed Chair of AHA Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
As chair-elect, Kitko will lead the council in its advocacy for nursing and cardiovascular and stroke conditions across the lifespan.
Friday, Apr 11, 2025
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions
Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions
Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.
Friday, Jan 3, 2025
Creating Safe Spaces: Simulation Training Helps Future NPs Discuss Sexual Health with Empathy, Skill
Clinicians need practice getting comfortable broaching the topic of sexual health. UR Nursing researchers and simulation educators are helping NP students start the conversation.
Creating Safe Spaces: Simulation Training Helps Future NPs Discuss Sexual Health with Empathy, Skill
Clinicians need practice getting comfortable broaching the topic of sexual health. UR Nursing researchers and simulation educators are helping NP students start the conversation.
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025
UR Nursing Research Champions Family Caregivers
Family caregivers don’t always receive the care they need for their own health. Here’s how UR Nursing researchers hope to change that.
UR Nursing Research Champions Family Caregivers
Family caregivers don’t always receive the care they need for their own health. Here’s how UR Nursing researchers hope to change that.
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024
Study Finds Geriatric Physician & NP Workforce Kept Pace with Aging Population, But Significant Rural Disparities Persist
A new study published in JAMA Network Open finds that geriatric nurse practitioners (NPs) helped expand the geriatric workforce and kept the combined geriatric physician and NP workforce on pace with the growth of the older population. It also exposes significant geographic disparities in geriatric healthcare, highlighting that nearly two-thirds of U.S. counties lack specialized geriatric healthcare professionals.
Study Finds Geriatric Physician & NP Workforce Kept Pace with Aging Population, But Significant Rural Disparities Persist
A new study published in JAMA Network Open finds that geriatric nurse practitioners (NPs) helped expand the geriatric workforce and kept the combined geriatric physician and NP workforce on pace with the growth of the older population. It also exposes significant geographic disparities in geriatric healthcare, highlighting that nearly two-thirds of U.S. counties lack specialized geriatric healthcare professionals.
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024
AHA Honors UR Nursing Faculty for Research, Clinical Excellence in Cardiovascular and Stroke Care
Two University of Rochester nursing leaders were recognized for their innovative approaches to cardiovascular and stroke care and research.
AHA Honors UR Nursing Faculty for Research, Clinical Excellence in Cardiovascular and Stroke Care
Two University of Rochester nursing leaders were recognized for their innovative approaches to cardiovascular and stroke care and research.
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024
Sally Norton Named New York's Top Nursing Researcher
As a researcher and leader at URMC for more than 20 years, Norton has focused on improving communication and care delivery for patients with advanced illnesses.
Sally Norton Named New York's Top Nursing Researcher
As a researcher and leader at URMC for more than 20 years, Norton has focused on improving communication and care delivery for patients with advanced illnesses.
Thursday, Oct 10, 2024
Emory Roybal-Funded Project Aims to Support Latino Dementia Caregivers
UR Nursing researcher Maria Quiñones-Cordero is adapting a psychoeducational and skill-building program to better meet the unique needs of Latino caregivers.
Emory Roybal-Funded Project Aims to Support Latino Dementia Caregivers
UR Nursing researcher Maria Quiñones-Cordero is adapting a psychoeducational and skill-building program to better meet the unique needs of Latino caregivers.
Thursday, Sep 26, 2024
Jinjiao Wang Contributes Expertise to National Falls Summit
Findings from Wang and other experts will inform updates to the National Falls Prevention Action Plan.
Jinjiao Wang Contributes Expertise to National Falls Summit
Findings from Wang and other experts will inform updates to the National Falls Prevention Action Plan.
Thursday, Sep 19, 2024
Jinjiao Wang Receives $1.2 Million from NIH to Study Antipsychotic Deprescribing in Hospital-to-Home Healthcare Transitions
Wang, a leading expert in geriatric health research, hopes to improve the well-being and safety of patients and caregivers affected by dementia.
Jinjiao Wang Receives $1.2 Million from NIH to Study Antipsychotic Deprescribing in Hospital-to-Home Healthcare Transitions
Wang, a leading expert in geriatric health research, hopes to improve the well-being and safety of patients and caregivers affected by dementia.
Thursday, Sep 19, 2024
Bringing AI to the Bedside: UR Nursing Welcomes Professor Salah Al-Zaiti
The award-winning nurse scientist seeks to implement an AI clinical decision-making support tool to better classify chest pain among emergency department patients.
Bringing AI to the Bedside: UR Nursing Welcomes Professor Salah Al-Zaiti
The award-winning nurse scientist seeks to implement an AI clinical decision-making support tool to better classify chest pain among emergency department patients.
Tuesday, Sep 3, 2024
Alumna Zhihong Zhang Receives AACN Nursing Science Award for Cancer Research
Zhang, who earned her PhD at the UR School of Nursing, hopes to improve cancer treatment for older adults.
Alumna Zhihong Zhang Receives AACN Nursing Science Award for Cancer Research
Zhang, who earned her PhD at the UR School of Nursing, hopes to improve cancer treatment for older adults.
Thursday, Aug 8, 2024
Lauren Ghazal Selected as Fellow of New York Academy of Medicine
The UR Nursing researcher hopes to support NYAM's mission of health equity through her studies and advocacy in adolescent and young adult cancer survivorship.
Lauren Ghazal Selected as Fellow of New York Academy of Medicine
The UR Nursing researcher hopes to support NYAM's mission of health equity through her studies and advocacy in adolescent and young adult cancer survivorship.
Monday, Jul 22, 2024
Two UR Nursing PhD Students Selected as Jonas Scholars
The selective national program supports doctoral students who aspire to take on faculty roles and teach the next generation of nurses.
Two UR Nursing PhD Students Selected as Jonas Scholars
The selective national program supports doctoral students who aspire to take on faculty roles and teach the next generation of nurses.
Monday, Apr 15, 2024
UR Nursing Researchers Present, Earn Prizes at ENRS
Faculty, staff, and doctoral students from the UR Nursing presented their latest research and earned regional recognition at the annual Eastern Nursing Research Society Scientific Sessions.
UR Nursing Researchers Present, Earn Prizes at ENRS
Faculty, staff, and doctoral students from the UR Nursing presented their latest research and earned regional recognition at the annual Eastern Nursing Research Society Scientific Sessions.
Tuesday, Jan 16, 2024
After 30 Years, New Mothers Study Sparks New Discoveries
The longitudinal study led by UR Nursing offers insights into how home visits by nurses influence the health and well-being of moms and their first-born children.
After 30 Years, New Mothers Study Sparks New Discoveries
The longitudinal study led by UR Nursing offers insights into how home visits by nurses influence the health and well-being of moms and their first-born children.
Tuesday, Jan 16, 2024
Closing Gaps in Cancer Genetics: UR Nursing Researcher Helps Improve Access to Counseling Through Innovative Technology
UR Nursing's Meghan Underhill-Blazey is part of a national team that's developing technology to improve access to cancer genetic testing and counseling.
Closing Gaps in Cancer Genetics: UR Nursing Researcher Helps Improve Access to Counseling Through Innovative Technology
UR Nursing's Meghan Underhill-Blazey is part of a national team that's developing technology to improve access to cancer genetic testing and counseling.
Monday, Jan 15, 2024
Firefighters Face High Risk of Cardiac Events. AI Can Predict Them, With Help from UR Nursing Research
Data collected by UR Nursing on firefighters' cardiac health paved the way for a machine learning model that can be used in personal devices that monitor heart rate.
Firefighters Face High Risk of Cardiac Events. AI Can Predict Them, With Help from UR Nursing Research
Data collected by UR Nursing on firefighters' cardiac health paved the way for a machine learning model that can be used in personal devices that monitor heart rate.
Monday, Dec 18, 2023
UR Nursing’s Abu-Ba’are Leads $2.3M Study on Improving HIV Prevention, Care in Ghana
A University of Rochester School of Nursing researcher has earned a $2.3 million National Institutes of Nursing Research grant to address stigma and discrimination related to HIV, sexual orientation, and gender expression and improve health outcomes among those who are most disproportionately affected by the HIV epidemic in Ghana.
UR Nursing’s Abu-Ba’are Leads $2.3M Study on Improving HIV Prevention, Care in Ghana
A University of Rochester School of Nursing researcher has earned a $2.3 million National Institutes of Nursing Research grant to address stigma and discrimination related to HIV, sexual orientation, and gender expression and improve health outcomes among those who are most disproportionately affected by the HIV epidemic in Ghana.
Tuesday, Nov 21, 2023
UR Nursing Researchers Recognized at American Heart Association Scientific Sessions
UR Nursing cardiovascular nurse scientists earned the Research Article of the Year Award and an early career travel grant.
UR Nursing Researchers Recognized at American Heart Association Scientific Sessions
UR Nursing cardiovascular nurse scientists earned the Research Article of the Year Award and an early career travel grant.
Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023
A ‘Wunderkind’ in Nursing Research: Lauren Ghazal Recognized Among STAT’s Top Emerging Scientists
Personal experiences as a cancer survivor led Ghazal, a family nurse practitioner, to discover a career path in adolescent and young adult cancer research.
A ‘Wunderkind’ in Nursing Research: Lauren Ghazal Recognized Among STAT’s Top Emerging Scientists
Personal experiences as a cancer survivor led Ghazal, a family nurse practitioner, to discover a career path in adolescent and young adult cancer research.
Saturday, Oct 7, 2023
Mitchell Wharton Inducted as Fellow of American Academy of Nursing
Mitchell Wharton, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CNS, ACRN, AAHIVE, an accomplished educator, researcher, and clinician at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was inducted into the American Academy of Nursing’s 2023 class of fellows at the academy’s annual Health Policy Conference on Oct. 5 in Washington, D.C.
Mitchell Wharton Inducted as Fellow of American Academy of Nursing
Mitchell Wharton, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CNS, ACRN, AAHIVE, an accomplished educator, researcher, and clinician at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was inducted into the American Academy of Nursing’s 2023 class of fellows at the academy’s annual Health Policy Conference on Oct. 5 in Washington, D.C.
Monday, Oct 2, 2023
UR Nursing Researchers Earn AACN “All of Us” Grant For Postpartum Depression Study
University of Rochester scientists will assess whether heart rate during pregnancy can predict postpartum depression.
UR Nursing Researchers Earn AACN “All of Us” Grant For Postpartum Depression Study
University of Rochester scientists will assess whether heart rate during pregnancy can predict postpartum depression.
Friday, Sep 15, 2023
Antipsychotics Are Likely Overprescribed Among Home Health Care Patients with Dementia, UR Nursing Study Says
A School of Nursing-led study finds that antipsychotics are likely overprescribed for seniors with dementia in home health care. The side effects can be dangerous.
Antipsychotics Are Likely Overprescribed Among Home Health Care Patients with Dementia, UR Nursing Study Says
A School of Nursing-led study finds that antipsychotics are likely overprescribed for seniors with dementia in home health care. The side effects can be dangerous.
Thursday, Sep 7, 2023
Chen Zhang Recognized as ANAC's Researcher of the Year
Zhang's latest work, which she will present at the 2023 ANAC conference, focuses on the impacts of structural racism on Black/African Americans affected by HIV/AIDS.
Chen Zhang Recognized as ANAC's Researcher of the Year
Zhang's latest work, which she will present at the 2023 ANAC conference, focuses on the impacts of structural racism on Black/African Americans affected by HIV/AIDS.
Thursday, Sep 7, 2023
NIH Fogarty-Funded Study Seeks to Boost HIV Self-Testing, Reduce Stigma for Men in Ghana
The three-year study will focus on the feasibility of the "Many Men, Many Voices" intervention to improve HIV outcomes among young men in Ghana.
NIH Fogarty-Funded Study Seeks to Boost HIV Self-Testing, Reduce Stigma for Men in Ghana
The three-year study will focus on the feasibility of the "Many Men, Many Voices" intervention to improve HIV outcomes among young men in Ghana.
Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023
Meredith Kells Honored As Fellow of Society for Adolescent Health & Medicine
Kells has been helping adolescents with eating disorders for more than a decade through her clinical practice and research.
Meredith Kells Honored As Fellow of Society for Adolescent Health & Medicine
Kells has been helping adolescents with eating disorders for more than a decade through her clinical practice and research.
Thursday, Aug 17, 2023
Meet Our New Faculty: Sukardi Suba Looks to Data Science to Advance Cardiac Care Delivery
As an expert in electrocardiography, Suba looks forward to utilizing his nursing and data science skills to innovate cardiac care delivery.
Meet Our New Faculty: Sukardi Suba Looks to Data Science to Advance Cardiac Care Delivery
As an expert in electrocardiography, Suba looks forward to utilizing his nursing and data science skills to innovate cardiac care delivery.
Thursday, Aug 17, 2023
Meet Our New Faculty: Dillon Dzikowicz Is Advancing ECG Research, Education
Dzikowicz, who also holds a master's in nursing education, is also passionate about generating interest in nursing research and informatics among undergraduates.
Meet Our New Faculty: Dillon Dzikowicz Is Advancing ECG Research, Education
Dzikowicz, who also holds a master's in nursing education, is also passionate about generating interest in nursing research and informatics among undergraduates.
Tuesday, Aug 15, 2023
Meet Our New Faculty: Lauren Ghazal Speaks Up for Adolescent, Young Adult Cancer Survivors
Ghazal's research interests sit at the intersection of both her personal and professional experiences in cancer care, nursing and economics.
Meet Our New Faculty: Lauren Ghazal Speaks Up for Adolescent, Young Adult Cancer Survivors
Ghazal's research interests sit at the intersection of both her personal and professional experiences in cancer care, nursing and economics.
Tuesday, Aug 1, 2023
Recovery Houses Partnership Aims to Advance Addiction Research, Health Outcomes
Nursing and public health researchers are aiming to improve recovery, sexual health, and mental health outcomes through research on sober living facilities.
Recovery Houses Partnership Aims to Advance Addiction Research, Health Outcomes
Nursing and public health researchers are aiming to improve recovery, sexual health, and mental health outcomes through research on sober living facilities.
Friday, May 26, 2023
UR Nursing Research to Explore Sexual Health, HIV Prevention for Women of Color
A new UR Nursing study will explore the optimization and uptake of HIV biomedical interventions among communities who are most disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS.
UR Nursing Research to Explore Sexual Health, HIV Prevention for Women of Color
A new UR Nursing study will explore the optimization and uptake of HIV biomedical interventions among communities who are most disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS.
Thursday, Mar 30, 2023
Pilot Funding Supports UR Nursing Studies on Heart Attack Treatment, Rural Health Literacy
Two UR Nursing researchers have received seed funding from the UR Clinical & Translational Science Institute for new projects.
Pilot Funding Supports UR Nursing Studies on Heart Attack Treatment, Rural Health Literacy
Two UR Nursing researchers have received seed funding from the UR Clinical & Translational Science Institute for new projects.
Thursday, Mar 23, 2023
PhD Students, Faculty Represent UR Nursing at ENRS Scientific Sessions
A team of PhD students and faculty represented the University of Rochester School of Nursing at the Eastern Nursing Research Society's (ENRS) 2023 Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia on March 23 and 24.
PhD Students, Faculty Represent UR Nursing at ENRS Scientific Sessions
A team of PhD students and faculty represented the University of Rochester School of Nursing at the Eastern Nursing Research Society's (ENRS) 2023 Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia on March 23 and 24.
Friday, Mar 17, 2023
PhD Candidate Martez Smith Receives UR Presidential Diversity Award
Martez Smith, a sexual health researcher and social worker who has dedicated his life to HIV care and prevention, is a recipient of the Change Maker Award
PhD Candidate Martez Smith Receives UR Presidential Diversity Award
Martez Smith, a sexual health researcher and social worker who has dedicated his life to HIV care and prevention, is a recipient of the Change Maker Award
Monday, Feb 13, 2023
Professor Jinjiao Wang Named Co-Editor in Chief of JMIR Aging
University of Rochester nurse-scientist Jinjiao Wang looks forward to serving a broader community as JMIR Aging's new co-editor-in-chief.
Professor Jinjiao Wang Named Co-Editor in Chief of JMIR Aging
University of Rochester nurse-scientist Jinjiao Wang looks forward to serving a broader community as JMIR Aging's new co-editor-in-chief.
Tuesday, Nov 29, 2022
World AIDS Day 2022: UR Nursing HIV Researchers Share Their Latest Knowledge
In honor of World AIDS Day 2022, School of Nursing HIV and sexual health researchers share their latest research findings and knowledge.
World AIDS Day 2022: UR Nursing HIV Researchers Share Their Latest Knowledge
In honor of World AIDS Day 2022, School of Nursing HIV and sexual health researchers share their latest research findings and knowledge.
Monday, Nov 14, 2022
MS-PhD Student Wonkyung Chang Receives U.S. Dept. of Health Fellowship
MS-PhD student Wonkyung Chang aims to improve mental health outcomes among minority populations through her research and practice as a psychiatric nurse.
MS-PhD Student Wonkyung Chang Receives U.S. Dept. of Health Fellowship
MS-PhD student Wonkyung Chang aims to improve mental health outcomes among minority populations through her research and practice as a psychiatric nurse.
Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022
UR Nursing Professor, Alum Earns American Heart Association Award
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio has been named the recipient of the American Heart Association (AHA) Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing’s 2022 Stroke Article of the Year Award.
UR Nursing Professor, Alum Earns American Heart Association Award
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio has been named the recipient of the American Heart Association (AHA) Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing’s 2022 Stroke Article of the Year Award.
Thursday, Sep 8, 2022
SON Research to Explore Using Data Science to Estimate Fetal Weight
A new University of Rochester School of Nursing study aims to develop a novel approach to more accurately estimating fetal birth weight, a potential first step to using data science to inform clinical assessment and decision-making during pregnancy.
SON Research to Explore Using Data Science to Estimate Fetal Weight
A new University of Rochester School of Nursing study aims to develop a novel approach to more accurately estimating fetal birth weight, a potential first step to using data science to inform clinical assessment and decision-making during pregnancy.
Tuesday, Jun 21, 2022
Marie Flannery to Direct UR Nursing PhD Program
Marie Flannery, PhD, RN, has been named director of the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s PhD program, succeeding longtime director Bethel Powers, PhD, RN, FSAA, FGSA, who is retiring in July. “Assuming the position of director of the PhD program is an honor,” said Flannery.
Marie Flannery to Direct UR Nursing PhD Program
Marie Flannery, PhD, RN, has been named director of the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s PhD program, succeeding longtime director Bethel Powers, PhD, RN, FSAA, FGSA, who is retiring in July. “Assuming the position of director of the PhD program is an honor,” said Flannery.
Thursday, Jun 9, 2022
SON Postdoc Honored with Distinguished Dissertation Award
Sukardi Suba, a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently recognized with the 2022 Distinguished Dissertation Award in Nursing from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Nursing. His dissertation was selected based on the criteria for its distinctive scholarliness, innovation, and important contribution of the dissertation to the discipline of nursing.
SON Postdoc Honored with Distinguished Dissertation Award
Sukardi Suba, a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently recognized with the 2022 Distinguished Dissertation Award in Nursing from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Nursing. His dissertation was selected based on the criteria for its distinctive scholarliness, innovation, and important contribution of the dissertation to the discipline of nursing.
Wednesday, Jun 1, 2022
Underhill-Blazey Receives Provost's Furth Fund Award
Meghan Underhill-Blazey, an assistant professor at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently selected to receive the Valerie and Frank Furth Fund Award. The Furth Fund, administered by the Office of the Provost, provides awards up to $12,500 to help foster the development of promising scientists in the natural and biological sciences.
Underhill-Blazey Receives Provost's Furth Fund Award
Meghan Underhill-Blazey, an assistant professor at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, was recently selected to receive the Valerie and Frank Furth Fund Award. The Furth Fund, administered by the Office of the Provost, provides awards up to $12,500 to help foster the development of promising scientists in the natural and biological sciences.
Friday, May 27, 2022
Yang Yu Receives AWHONN Novice Researcher Award
Yang Yu, PhD, MPH, an assistant professor at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, has been selected to receive the Every Woman, Every Baby Novice Researcher Award from the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).
Yang Yu Receives AWHONN Novice Researcher Award
Yang Yu, PhD, MPH, an assistant professor at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, has been selected to receive the Every Woman, Every Baby Novice Researcher Award from the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN).
Monday, Feb 28, 2022
Wharton Co-Authors Article on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Academic Nursing
Achieving equity within health care starts with the increase of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practitioners in academic nursing.
Wharton Co-Authors Article on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Academic Nursing
Achieving equity within health care starts with the increase of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practitioners in academic nursing.
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Thursday, Aug 2, 2018
ENGOAL Program: Crossing Boundaries and Making Strides
Halfway through their collaborative two-year program, University of Rochester researchers and community stakeholders are making strides in crossing boundaries and educating older Rochester adults about active participation in projects with geriatrics health researchers.
ENGOAL Program: Crossing Boundaries and Making Strides
Halfway through their collaborative two-year program, University of Rochester researchers and community stakeholders are making strides in crossing boundaries and educating older Rochester adults about active participation in projects with geriatrics health researchers.
Monday, Feb 5, 2018
School of Nursing to Host Events During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
The Western New York Comprehensive Care Center for Eating Disorders and the University of Rochester School of Nursing are hosting a series of events during National Eating Disorders Awareness week (Feb. 25 - March 3).
School of Nursing to Host Events During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
The Western New York Comprehensive Care Center for Eating Disorders and the University of Rochester School of Nursing are hosting a series of events during National Eating Disorders Awareness week (Feb. 25 - March 3).
Tuesday, Jan 2, 2018
Heffner Selected for Emerging Leaders in Aging Scholars Program
Kathi Heffner, PhD, associate professor in the University of Rochester School of Nursing and the Department of Psychiatry, was among a select group of scholars chosen to participate in a yearlong national geriatric leadership development program.
Heffner Selected for Emerging Leaders in Aging Scholars Program
Kathi Heffner, PhD, associate professor in the University of Rochester School of Nursing and the Department of Psychiatry, was among a select group of scholars chosen to participate in a yearlong national geriatric leadership development program.
Monday, Mar 23, 2015
A New Vision for Eye Care in India | University of Rochester School of Nursing
A New Vision for Eye Care in India
A New Vision for Eye Care in India | University of Rochester School of Nursing
A New Vision for Eye Care in India