Office of Research
The Office of Research (OR) at the George Washington University School of Nursing empowers faculty to pursue innovative research that advances health and equity. The office provides comprehensive support at every stage of the research process—from idea development and funding to implementation and dissemination. By fostering collaboration, offering expert guidance, and connecting researchers with resources, the Office of Research helps turn ideas into impactful studies that improve health outcomes and strengthen the future of nursing science.
Faculty at the School of Investigators are funded by federal and foundation sources. Faculty research focus areas include aging, chronic disease management, community health and disease prevention, health disparities, health policy, and nursing education.
Featured Research Faculty
Melissa Batchelor
Ph.D., RN-BC, FNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN
Adriana Glenn
Ph.D., M.A, MN, RN, FNP-BC, CNE
Kathleen Griffith
Ph.D., M.P.H., FNP-BC, FAAN
Dale Lupu
Ph.D., M.P.H.
Laurie Theeke
Ph.D., FNP-BC, G.C.N.S.-B.C., FNAP, FAAN
Juh Hyun Shin
Ph.D.
Y. Tony Yang
Sc.D., L.L.M., M.P.H.
Catherine Wilson Cox
PhD, RN, CEN, CNE, FAAN, ANEF
Featured Projects
Building a Support Network for Patients with Kidney Disease
February 24, 2026
For patients navigating kidney disease, the care journey is defined by a series of evolving conversations with clinical teams and loved ones.
Dr. Shin Identifies Key Factors Affecting Nurse Study Participation
November 3, 2025
Associate Professor Juh Hyun Shin, Ph.D., M.S.N., RN, FAAN, a co-investigator on the Korea Nurses’ Health Study (KNHS), is conducting crucial work.
GW Nursing Spotlights Student Researchers at Annual Showcase
May 7, 2025
On April 30, 2025, GWNursing hosted its annual Student Research Showcase. The virtual poster presentations included 24 students from MSN, DNP, and PhD programs.
GW Nursing Intramural Pilot Award Program
Designed to spark innovation, the GW Nursing Intramural Pilot Award Program supports collaborative faculty research and strengthens the school's scholarly infrastructure. It empowers researchers to gather key findings that serve as a launchpad for future external funding success.
Research Lunch and Learn with Drs. Kim, Shin, and Shrestha
Exploring Disparities in Healthcare Utilization, Cancer Care Experience, and Beliefs about Cancer Among Asian and Hispanic Patients
Staffing, Ownership and Other Factors Associated with Nursing Home Quality of Care
Unlocking Hidden Heroes: Empowering Family Care Partners to Optimize Delirium Care for Persons Living with Dementia
Research Lunch and Learn with Dr. Choma
A Feasibility and Acceptability Study to Evaluate the Design and Implementation of an Educational Pediatric Gun Violence Simulation in a Sample of Undergraduate Nursing Students.
Meet Our Team
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