Urban Health Conference- Presented by Wayne State University's College of Nursing

Presented by Wayne State University's College of Nursing

Wednesday, April 11, 2018
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WSU Student Center Building
5221 Gullen Mall • Detroit, MI 48202

With topics ranging from recruiting diverse research participants to harnessing data science, the Contemporary Issues in Urban Health: Nursing Science Shaping the Futureconference will engage participants through thought-provoking presentations regarding the state of nursing science in urban environments. The WSU College of Nursing invites researchers and practitioners from all disciplines to explore how today's nursing science influences tomorrow's urban communities, including topics such as:

  • Data science
  • Urban research
  • Genomics
  • Management of common urban health challenges, including chronic wounds, asthma and hypertension
  • The full conference schedule is available online.

    Space is limited. Register today to reserve your seat!

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    Keynote Speakers

    Photo of Dr. Ann CashionNursing Science: Harnessing Data Science for Precision Health in Urban Research

    Ann Cashion, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
    Scientific Director
    Division of Intramural Research
    National Institute of Nursing Research

    and

    Photo of Dr. Jacquelyn TaylorHypertension Genomics in Black Families: A Tale of 3 Studies, and counting…

    Jacquelyn Taylor, Ph.D., PNP-BC, RN, FAHA, FAAN
    Vernice D. Ferguson Endowed Professor in Health Equity
    Rory Meyers College of Nursing
    New York University

    Contact Hours

    This activity is being submitted to the Ohio Nurses Association for approval to award 5 contact hours. The Ohio Nurses Association is accredited as an approver of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91). There is no additional fee to earn contact hours.

    Information

    For more information, contact the WSU College of Nursing Office of Health Research at 313-577-4135, email urbanhealthconf@wayne.edu or visit the conference web site.

    RSVP Today!

    Visit the Contemporary Issues in Urban Health: Nursing Science Shaping the Futureconference web site to register and reserve your spot for this one-day conference offering cross-disciplinary insight into how nurse science shapes the future.

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