Rebecca Lorenz

Dr. Rebecca Lorenz’s research is focused on sleep in middle-aged and older adults -- particularly those with neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis -- and their caregivers. Recent investigation has explored non-pharmacological, person-centered interventions (e.g., mindfulness, exercise) to improve sleep/wake patterns and provide methods for symptom self-management. She also conducted research to identify pathways to disparities in sleep health in middle-aged and older adults (a known cause of chronic health conditions such as impairments in memory and concentration) using data from the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), the largest and the most comprehensive multidisciplinary panel study in the U.S. The findings of her research have the potential to significantly improve the quality of life of middle-aged and older adults because disrupted sleep/wake rhythms contribute to depression, fatigue and disability.
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College of Nursing community engagement leader recognized for research excellence
The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) has named Carolyn Gunther, PhD, RDN, LD, who serves as senior associate dean for community engagement and associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Nursing, as part of its inaugural class of “Excellence in Nutrition” Fellows.
Doctor of Nursing Practice program vaults into nation’s top 10 overall