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HDFS Research

Inside the mind of researcher Karen Hooker

“We know that personality makes a difference in life outcomes, but the interesting questions are getting at how this works and under what conditions personality and outcomes, such as finding satisfaction with life or using health care services, are linked,” Professor Karen Hooker says.

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HDFS Research

Inside the mind of researcher John Geldhof

“Learning is a lifelong process. One day you think you’ve mastered something, but the next day you realize you’ve only scratched the surface. Actively seek out opportunities to learn and celebrate the diversity of knowledge that surrounds you,” John says.

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Faculty and Staff Nutrition Research

Inside the mind of researcher Emily Ho

“I’m very interested in what we eat and how food has an impact in terms of healthy lifestyles and letting us live better,” says CPHHS Moore Family Center Director Emily Ho.

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Inside the mind of researcher Mike Pavol

“There is a critical need for effective ways of preventing falls and fractures among older adults, as these can severely impact both health and quality of life. My research is helping to address this need,” Mike says.

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Inside the mind of researcher Siew Sun Wong

“The goal is for active teens to adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent unhealthy weight gain, especially as they transition into adulthood,” Siew Sun says.

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HDFS Research

Inside the mind of researcher Carolyn Aldwin

“I read a lot of life histories and fell in love with older adults and aging research,” Carolyn says. “I discovered that older adults were like living history books…I discovered that older adults had these rich, complex lives – and that everyone had a story to tell.”