At the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences, our Office of Research drives interdisciplinary collaboration, fosters faculty development, and advances research addressing the most pressing health issues in our community and nation. Positioned within an R1 institution, we are committed to producing impactful research that influences practice and policy.
We are advancing the future of healthcare through bold, evidence-based research. From clinical trials to community health interventions, our faculty and students are committed to transforming knowledge into real-world impact—locally and globally. The varied research interests of our talented faculty address a wide range of important and innovative areas of study and embody an interdisciplinary approach to research that mirrors and supports the holistic views on healthcare practice with a special emphasis on team science, preventative care and chronic diseases in vulnerable populations.
Today, we rank within the Top 50 in the nation among public schools of nursing, nurse anesthesia, and occupational therapy for academic excellence.
Aging & Cognitive/Functional Health
- Alzheimer's
- Dementia Care
- Caregiver Behavior Support
- Older Adult Fall Prevention
- Evidence-Based Solutions for Aging
Craniofacial, Oral & Speech Health
- Cleft Palate
- Temporomandibular Disorders
- Speech Development
Chronic Disease & Population Health
- Diabetes
- Mental Health
- Health Disparities
- Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Collaborate with Our Faculty
Our faculty partner with healthcare organizations, government agencies, community leaders, and industry to advance research, improve patient outcomes, and address today's most pressing health challenges. Collaborate with our experts to develop innovative solutions, expand workforce initiatives, and make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
PhD in Nursing & Health Sciences
This doctoral program develops students' ability to apply research skills from bench to bedside. Our key research areas include, nursing and health science discipline such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or Athletic Training.
Explore FIU’s Research Magazine
Whether exploring remote parts of the world or making groundbreaking impacts from the lab, FIU researchers are at the forefront of innovation, delivering solutions to the challenges shaping our world.
Contact Us
Vieira, Edgar
Associate Dean of Research and Professor
305-348-0568
evieira@fiu.edu
MMC-AHC 3, Rm. 520A
Vallejo, Roniel
Coordinator of Administrative Services
305-348-4515
rvallejo@fiu.edu
MMC-AHC3, Rm. 534