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Laura S. Porter is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Duke University, where she focuses on developing and evaluating behavioral interventions to assist patients and their families in coping with the psychological demands associated with chronic, life-limiting illnesses. Porter has a strong background in research related to cancer survivorship, particularly in the area of psychological distress and coping strategies. Her work has involved partnerships with the National Institutes of Health, where she has not only developed novel interventions but also sought to implement them to improve outcomes for patients with specific health challenges. Her research spans various topics, including communication in couples facing cancer, mindfulness interventions for managing sleep disturbances in hematologic cancer patients, and coping strategies for older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Moreover, Porter has published multiple grant-funded studies and has significantly contributed to the understanding of psychological support for cancer survivors.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)