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Alexa Stuifbergen is a nationally recognized expert in health promotion and self-management for individuals with chronic disabling conditions. She received her PhD in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin and has served at UT Austin since 1989 in various leadership roles, including Associate Dean for Research and Dean of the School of Nursing. As a principal investigator, she has secured substantial NIH funding, including multiple R01 grants and Center grants, and has published over 130 refereed journal articles. Her research focuses on chronic diseases, health disparities, and the development and testing of behavioral interventions to promote health among diverse populations. Dr. Stuifbergen has extensive experience mentoring students and early career faculty, guiding numerous NIH-funded K-awards and pre-doctoral National Research Service Awards. She has contributed to the development of widely used health promotion instruments and has played a significant role in national committees related to nursing and health research.
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