Taura L. Barr

Dr. Taura L. Barr is an internationally recognized nurse scientist, coach and herbalist with expertise in innovation, entrepreneurship and integrative neuroimmunology. As an associate professor and director of the Innovation Fellowship at the College of Nursing, she teaches, mentors and inspires others to foster creativity and build cultures of innovation. With over 20 years of nursing experience, Dr. Barr combines her scientific research, education and functional herbalism practice to help individuals enhance their well-being while advancing innovative healthcare solutions. Her work bridges science and holistic care, focusing on integrative neuroimmunology and clinical innovations to improve overall health outcomes. Dr. Barr plans to expand her integrative neuroimmunology integrative health practice to launch new clinical trials and develop programs that nurture holistic well-being and empower individuals to think creatively and embrace innovation.
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Faculty member leads evidence-based practice and implementation science efforts
The Ohio State University Board of Trustees has approved Molly McNett, PhD, RN, CNRN, FNCS, FAAN, to assume the Helene Fuld Health Trust Endowed Professorship for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare at the College of Nursing.
College of Nursing home is first building at Ohio State to earn designation
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has awarded The Ohio State University College of Nursing’s Jane E. Heminger Hall WELL Gold Certification for its construction and design features that promote and support health and well-being. It is the first building at Ohio State to earn this designation.