Our PhD Program prepares students to conduct clinical research for the generation of new knowledge applicable to nursing practice. A foundation of research and scholarship gained at the master's level is further enhanced at the doctoral level. Interdisciplinary research opportunities are emphasized. Invaluable mentoring by faculty members and collegial interactions among doctoral students support the development of nurse researchers.

The faculty is well qualified and nationally and internationally known in both research and clinical practice. They and students alike are very successful in obtaining extramural funding for their scholarly activities.

• Establish a pattern of productive scholarship and participation in team science that results in the dissemination of scholarly work to lay and professional audiences.
• Contribute to the development of science and the discipline of nursing through the ethical conduct of culturally competent, original clinical and translational research.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the evolving roles and professional responsibilities of a nurse scholar through participation in professional and interprofessional teams and organizations and the provision of professional and research leadership and mentorship.
• Use different science perspectives and an in-depth knowledge of a substantive area to develop and apply a conceptual knowledge base that enhances the link between theoretical advances, research and practice to improve health outcomes.