Center for Nursing Research Seminar Series: The Potential to Advance Nursing Using Social Network Science

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing’s Center for Nursing Research (CNR) has announced its Seminar Series for the 2025-26 semesters. This seven-part series virtual series is designed to advance nursing research by fostering collaboration between researchers to bridge the gap between research theory and application.

The series offers participants the chance to explore ongoing research initiatives, expand evidence-based knowledge, and contribute to the development of clinical best practices and interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Seminars are free and hosted virtually from noon to 1 p.m. Advanced registration is required and can be accessed here.

Fall 2025 seminars:

Sept. 3 — Responsible Conduct of Research and AI

• Presented by Courtney Karmelita, research compliance manager, Office of Research Protections.

Sept. 10 — Utilizing Existing Large Databases for Observational Study

• Presented by Li Wang, associate professor, Department of Public Health Sciences Division of Health Services and Behavioral Research.

Oct. 8 — Structural Equation Modeling: Principles and Practical Considerations

• Presented by Yanling Li, assistant research professor, Quantitative Developmental Systems Methodology Core.

Jan. 14 — Understanding Grounded Theory: Process and Procedure

• Presented by Barb King, professor, Charlotte Jane and Ralph A. Rodefer Chair, Center for Aging Research & Education Director.

Feb. 11 — Ethics in Research Part 1: Applying the Basics of Truth, Trust, and Transparency

• Presented by Sydney Axson, assistant professor and SSRI cofund, Nese College of Nursing.

March 18 — Ethics in Research Part 2:  Informed Consent and AI Consideration

• Presented by Sydney Axson.

April 8 — The Potential to Advance Nursing Using Social Network Science 

• Presented by Jennifer Kowalkowski, assistant professor, Nese College of Nursing.

The college is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.