Dr. Sangwoo Ahn

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sangwoo Ahn is an Assistant Professor at the Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing, focusing on research related to older adults and cognitive decline. His primary research interests include identifying risk factors for cognitive decline in older adults and understanding the effects of healthy behaviors on cognition and well-being, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). He employs a variety of study designs, such as epidemiological and experimental methods, and conducts syntheses of existing literature. Ahn is dedicated to improving the well-being of older adults through both research and education.

Research Interests

Cognitive Decline Healthy Aging Caregiver Well-Being Dementia Prevention Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Courses

NURS510: Theoretical Scientific Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice Quantitative Nursing Research Research Ethics in Health Sciences Research Health Assessment

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.