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Elizabeth Thomas has over 20 years of experience as an occupational health nurse practitioner. Before transitioning into academia, she worked extensively in high technology industries, focusing on the health, safety, and ergonomic needs of employees. Dr. Thomas has designed, implemented, and managed numerous occupational health programs, including award-winning workers' compensation and ergonomics programs. Her research at UCLA primarily examines issues affecting older working adults, particularly in relation to type 2 diabetes and work-related exposures contributing to hearing loss and musculoskeletal injuries. Dr. Thomas has conducted qualitative studies on diabetes self-management and has ongoing quantitative research regarding self-efficacy in managing diabetes among older adults. She is also engaged in preventative studies targeting work-related musculoskeletal disorders through structured exercise interventions. Beyond her research, she has been actively involved in professional associations and committees related to occupational health nursing, contributing to various initiatives that promote health and safety in the workplace.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.