Research

The Berkley School of Nursing’s research and scholarly endeavors help promote health equity and improve the health of communities locally in the D.C. metro area and across the country.

Student Research

Throughout their time at the Berkley School of Nursing, students experience a curriculum that emphasizes research and scholarship.

Students at all academic levels have opportunities to pursue research projects. They may assist faculty members with their research, conduct research of their own, present their findings, and publish their scholarship.

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Faculty Research

Nursing faculty contributes to the school’s scholarly production each year through publications in journals and books.

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Research News Stories & Releases

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Ulf G. Bronas, PhD, Named Inaugural Associate Dean for Research at Berkley School of Nursing

The Berkley School of Nursing has named Ulf G. Bronas, PhD, ATC, FSVM, FAHA, as its inaugural associate dean for research. The newly created position reflects the school’s strategic commitment to advancing high-impact research, strengthening scholarly productivity, and elevating national and international visibility.

February 27, 2026

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School of Nursing Graduate Student Evaluates Novel Motorbike Ambulance Service To Improve Maternal Health in Rural Kenya

Alexandra (“Alex”) Jones (G’26), BSN, RN, a BSN-DNP and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) graduate student in Georgetown’s Berkley School of Nursing, traveled to rural Kenya to evaluate a motorbike ambulance program aimed at addressing gaps in care for pregnant and postpartum mothers.

February 20, 2026

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Hillman Innovations in Care Grant Awarded to Georgetown Nursing Faculty

The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation, a philanthropy dedicated to advancing health equity and improving the health and health care of marginalized populations, has awarded Christina Marea, PhD, MA, MSN, FACNM, and Ebony Marcelle, DNP, CNM, MS, FACNM, a Hillman Innovation in Care award.

January 14, 2026