Dr. Yanhong Dong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Yanhong Dong is an Assistant Professor at the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. She is a nurse clinician scientist leading innovative research on the heart-brain connection. Her research focuses on neurocognition, behavioral change, and translating clinical research into healthcare improvements. Notably, Dr. Dong’s work has garnered recognition including prestigious awards from the American Academy of Nursing and the Singapore National Medical Research Council. She has secured significant research funding exceeding SGD 2 million, underlining her impactful contributions in the field of nursing science and neuropsychology. Dr. Dong is also involved in developing cognitive health services, contributing to textbooks and clinical guidelines. She mentors Nurse Clinician Scientists to drive translational research in science care, emphasizing the contextualization of cognitive health within nursing. Her teaching areas encompass healthy aging, well-being, and community nursing, reflecting her commitment to integrating research and education in nursing practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

National University of Singapore • Singapore

Teaching and conducting research in the field of nursing and neuropsychology.

Awards

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Fellow

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Salim Yusuf Emerging Leader

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Transition Award

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Endeavour Research Fellowship Award

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Fellowship Award-overseas PhD Training

Requirements for National University of Singapore

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:3.5
Overall
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with Honors or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • GRE Score Report
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score Report
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Recommendation Letters
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics