Dr. Kelly Gallagher

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kelly Gallagher is an Assistant Research Professor at the Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing, specializing in maternal health, particularly the nutritional aspects of pregnancy and their impact on women’s health in low- and middle-income countries. With decades of clinical experience, Gallagher is a certified nurse-midwife who has held various leadership roles in hospital settings, emphasizing the importance of quality maternity care through interdisciplinary collaboration. She is part of a multidisciplinary research team developing an AI-driven tool to analyze placental images for integration into routine clinical practice, with a focus on improving pregnancy outcomes and health equity. Her research interests include maternal nutrition, gestational diabetes mellitus, and innovations in maternal care. Gallagher has actively presented her research at national conferences and has been funded for several projects aimed at advancing maternal and neonatal health through technology and improved nutritional practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Research Professor

2020-08-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Conducts research on maternal nutrition and health, and develops tools for clinical practice.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.