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College of Health Professions: Research Office

Faculty Scholarly Accomplishments from January to June 2026

This page details various past accomplishments achieved by our faculty, including publications, awards, grants and more, for a six-month period.

The names of College of Health Professions faculty members and students are shown in bold. Faculty members are indicated with an asterisk (*), while students are indicated with a dagger (†). Co-first authors or individuals who contributed equally to a work are indicated with a crossed dagger (‡).

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Almos C, Lorance K, Spudich A, Sauerwein A, Muller Kristen*. Case-Based Teaching and Learning in AAC Courses. Teaching and Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders, in Press.
  • Atcherson Samuel R*, Rennert NJ, Hein SJ. Acoustics of Electronic Stethoscopes for Health Professionals. American Journal of Audiology, 1-11, 2026 June. https://doi.org/10.1044/2026_AJA-25-00110
  • Le Prell CG, McKenna N, DiSogra RM, Libman D, Atcherson Samuel R*. Current Practices in Pharmacology Education Across Doctor of Audiology Programs. American Journal of Audiology, 35(1), 231-247, 2026 March. https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_AJA-25-00128
  • Lunaris C, Robinson Greta C*, Snapper J, Howerton K. The LGBTQ+ Communication Sciences and Disorders Student Association climate survey. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, in Press.
  • Mankel K, Price Caitlin N*, Austin A, Milman M. Survey of Audiologists’ Clinical Practice Patterns and Perceptions of Electrophysiologic Assessments. American Journal of Audiology, in Press. 
  • Sarangi Lipika*, Mendoza Maliyah†, Brown A. Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing a Self-Efficacy-Based Auditory Rehabilitation Protocol in Audiology Clinical Practice. American Journal of Audiology, 35(1), 303-312, 2026 March. https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_AJA-25-00109
  • Watson Celeste†, Atcherson Samuel R*, Zraick RI. Readability and Comprehensibility of Tinnitus Patient-Reported Outcome Measures: Application of the Evaluative Linguistic Framework for Questionnaires. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research: JSLHR, 1-8, 2026 April. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_JSLHR-25-00462

Dental Hygiene

  • Norton Kelsey*, Vaughn S, Marsano E, Postma-Montano R. Examining Dental Hygiene Educators’ Use and Acceptance of AI Technology within the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Nationally: A Quantitative Study. Dissertation, ProQuest, 2026.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Holmes Clifton J, Diniz-Sousa Florencio, Sims Clark R, Jansen Lisa T*, Martinez Audrey, Dupens III Alvin, Turner Donald, Edwards Tim, Bellando Jane, Massey-Swindle Taren, Diaz Eva C, Børsheim Elisabet, Andres Aline. The Effect of an Exercise Program on Maternal Health and Birth Outcomes in Sedentary Pregnant Participants with Obesity: Randomized Controlled Trial. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise (MSSE). 2026 Mar 1;58(3):559-571. https://doi.org/10.1249/mss.0000000000003888
  • Sharma Amond, Hakkak Reza*, Rose Shannon, Gokden Neriman, Parajuli Nirmala. Impaired Mitochondrial Bioenergetics and Dynamics in Obesity-Associated NAFLD-Induced Kidney Injury. Nutrients. 2026; 18(13):2061. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu18132061
    This manuscript received a cover story for the Journal Nutrients: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/18/13

Genetic Counseling

  • McRoy EE, Blake AK, Williamson Lori*, Selig JP, Lotito M. Dating and Disclosure in Young Adults with a Hereditary Cancer Predisposition Syndrome: A Quantitative Analysis. Journal of Psychosocial Oncology, 2026 June. https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2692942 
  • Lepard Tiffany, Philobos R, Williamson Lori*, Blake A. Exploring Parents’ Experiences with Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing for Their Adopted Children. Journal of Genetic Counseling, 2026 April. https://doi.org/10.1002/jgc4.70210

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Nelson Paul R*, Key Jason*. Case Study: Biotinidase Interference of Routine Immunoassays in Biochemistry. ASCP Lab Q: Clinical Chemistry, 1-8, 2026.
  • Widdifield J.†, Nelson Paul R*‡. Case 4138: Pre-Analytical Concerns During Dialysis and Post-Dialysis Phlebotomy. CheckPath: Clinical Pathology, 2026(1), 16-17.

Occupational Therapy

  • Honey A, Rider John V*, Pituch E, O’Mara V, McGrath M. Supporting Parents with Mental Health Challenges: A Qualitative Systematic Review of Parents’ Experiences with Professional Support. Community Mental Health Journal, 2026 April. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-026-01628-3
  • Houlihan M, Rider John V*. Community Participation and Enfranchisement Among Adults with Mobility Impairments. OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research, 1-10, 2026 April.https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492261431587
  • Howell A, Rider John V*, Edgeworth R. The Impact of a One-Time Group Pain Management Educational Session in Primary Care. Occupational Therapy in Health Care, 1–21, 2026 January. https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2609718
  • Laverdure AE, Galilo JEM, Green RM, DeArmond M, Rider John V*. Occupational Therapy Approaches to Assessment and Intervention for Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Scoping Review. OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research, 2026 February. https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492261417256   
  • Moran Naomi, Wheeler Steven, Salter Kandy, Rider John V*, Vincenzo Ryan. Addressing Symptomology of Airborne Toxin Exposure in Military Veterans: The Potential Role of Lymphatic Drainage, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Volume 107, Issue 5, 2026, Page e63, 2026 May. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2026.02.157
  • Rider John V*, Allebest J. Increasing Access to Quality Health Care for the Deaf Community: A Guide for Clinicians. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2026 May. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2026.03.002
  • Rider John V*, Linford R, Lin WJ. Shoulder Pain in Wheelchair Rugby Athletes: Athlete Characteristics, Training Behaviors, and Rehabilitation Implications. Assistive Technology, 1-9, 2026 February. https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2630939

Physical Therapy

  • Puthoff M, Bimali M, Wingood M, Wilson B, Caulley JM, Vincenzo Jennifer L*. Falls Risk Associated with Referral Diagnosis for Older Adults Receiving Outpatient Physical Therapy Services. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 2026. Epub ahead of print. https://doi.org/10.1519/JPT.0000000000000497
  • Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Council SK, Wingood M, Scott AJ, Caulley JM, Kocurek E, Brach JS, Curran GM. Co-developing Implementation Strategies to Support STEADI (Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths, and Injuries) for Older Adult Fall Prevention in Outpatient Physical Therapy. Innovation in Aging, in Press.
  • Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Wingood M, Council SK, Scott AJ, Brach JS, Curran G. Implementing STEADI for Routine Falls Prevention of All Older Adults Attending Outpatient Physical Therapy: Key Partner Perspectives. Frontiers in Health Services Research, 2026. https://doi.org/10.3389/frhs.2025.1718490
  • Vincenzo RM, Hinchey JZ, Robinson S, Rahman MM, Jensen H, Vincenzo Jennifer L*. Effect of Dehydration on Non-Invasive Hemoglobin Values [Masimo®] in Adult Males – An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Study. Emergency Care and Medicine, in Press.
  • Walter Christopher S*, CarlLee SW, Warmack TS, Holland Angel M*. Physical Therapy Students’ Perspective of Treating Patients with Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome as a Member of a Student-Led Interprofessional Care Team. Journal of Allied Health. 2026. 55(1): 3-10. https://doi.org/10.21091/jah.2026.01001

Peer-Reviewed Poster Presentation

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Leath Katie*, Wilson Kendall†, Sarangi Lipika*, Price Caitlin N*. Users Prefer Plain Language: A Mixed-Methods Assessment of Online Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Information. Institute for Healthcare Advancement Annual Virtual Health Literacy Conference, May 11-14, 2026, Virtual. [KH1] [BFJ2] 
  • Milner Braidyn†, Howe Madison*. Steady Steps: Establishing Arkansas’ First Pediatric Vestibular Clinic, American Academy of Audiology (AAA) Annual Convention, April 24, 2026, San Antonio, TX.[KH3] [BFJ4] 

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Fose Courtney*, Anders Mike. Admission Predictors of Success on the Dietetics National Board Exam, 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Key Jason*‡, Parker Sarah*, Chambers Shaneika*, Hollingsworth Corie*, McArthur Jenni*, Johnson Nathan*. Closing the Gap: The Impact of Structured Remediation on Graduation Outcomes, Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference, February 2026, Bellevue, WA.
  • Vu Thao*, Key Jason*, Johnson Nathan*. Evaluating Self-Reported Study Time as a Predictor of Academic Performance. 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Vu Thao*, Key Jason*, Johnson Nathan*. Evaluating Time Spent in Blackboard as a Predictor of Academic Performance in an Online Medical Laboratory Science Course. American Society of Clinical Laboratory Sciences Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference, February 5, 2026, Seattle, WA.

Physician Assistant

  • Gee Chance*. Gamifying Clinical Reasoning Under Time and Resource Constraints. 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Physical Therapy

  • Clouser Alexis†, Amick III B, Walter Christopher S*, Allen J. The Association Between Adherence to Physical Activity Guidelines and Employment Status Among U.S. Adults and Cancer Survivors: Evidence from the 2020-2024 NHIS. Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Research Conference, May 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Clouser Alexis†, Amick III B, Walter Christopher S*, Allen J. Employment Status and Adherence to Physical Activity Guidelines Among U.S. Cancer Survivors: An Analysis of the National Health Interview Survey. American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting, April 2026, San Diego, CA
  • Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Wingood M, Council SK, Brach JS, Caulley J, Kocurek E, Scott A, Steinauer J, VanCamp S, Hargett H, McKelvy P, Williams A, Jowers N, Ohlendt C, Curran G. Activities Employed During an Evidence-Based Quality Improvement Approach to Co-Develop Multi-Level Implementation Strategies for an Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. Arkansas Public Health Conference, April 2026.

Radiologic Imaging Sciences

  • Stahulak Jessica*. Arnett Deziree*, Anders M. Preceptors’ Perceptions of Radiologic Imaging Sciences Graduates’ Workplace Skills and Leadership Competencies. 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Non-Peer-Reviewed Poster Presentation

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Atcherson Samuel R*, Muller Kristen*, Anders M. Effectiveness of a Simulated Research Project in Research Methods Education. 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Atcherson Samuel R*, Muller Kristen*, Anders M. Effectiveness of a Simulated Research Project in Research Methods Education. UAMS College of Health Professions Spring Faculty & Staff Meeting, April 10, 2026, Little Rock, AR. 
  • Howe Madison*. Elevating Clinical Teaching Using a Longitudinal Asynchronous Preceptor Development Model. 17th Annual UAMS Teach the Teacher Symposium, February 27, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Muller Kristen*, Lewis C. Developing Behavioral Codes for Data Loss During a Word Understanding Eye-Tracking Assessment. UAMS College of Health Professions Spring Faculty & Staff Meeting, April 10, 2026, Little Rock, AR. 
  • Muller Kristen*, Lewis C, Sturdivant R. Piloting Eye-Tracking as a Measure of Word Comprehension for Minimally Verbal Autistic Children. UAMS Women’s Faculty Development Caucus Poster Showcase, April 30, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Nelson Paul R*, Johnson Nathan*, Key Jason*, Hollingsworth C*, Parker S*, Chambers S*. CHEM-RISK: Chemistry Early Monitoring and Risk Identification of Student Knowledge. UAMS College of Health Professions Spring Faculty Research Day, April 10, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Robertson Cherika*, Johnson Nathan*. From Classroom to Certification: Associations Between Immunohematology Course Performance, Program Comprehensive Sub Scores, and ASCP Certification Exam Scores. UAMS College of Health Professions Spring Faculty & Staff Meeting, April 10, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

UAMS Student Research Day – March 10, 2026

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Casey Blair†. Preferences for Hearing Aids with Directionality and Noise Reduction Features.
  • DeCoux Sierra†, Doolittle Grace†, Wilson Kelsey†, Muller Kristen*. Piloting Eye-Tracking as a Measure of Word Comprehension for Minimally Verbal Autistic Children.
  • Hafner Cameron†. Sensitivity and Specificity of the hearWHO App in Adults with and without Neurofibromatosis and Schwannomatosis.
  • Hill Greenly†. Therapy Dogs in University Speech and Hearing Clinics: A Literature Review of Benefits for Students, Faculty, and Clients.
  • Hill Jaynee Claire†. Utilization of Hippotherapy as a Therapeutic Tool for Childhood Apraxia of Speech.
  • Langston Jessica†. Speech-Language Pathology Services in the Adult/Juvenile Justice System: A Panel Discussion.
  • Mendoza Maliyah†. Barriers and Facilitators of Implementing a Self-Efficacy-Based Auditory Rehabilitation Protocol.
  • Milner Braidyn†. Establishing a Pediatric Vestibular Assessment Protocol: A Framework for Clinical Implementation.
  • Rodriguez Mireya†. The Effectiveness of an Online Hearing Loss Prevention Program for Blue-Collar Hispanic Workers.
  • Ryan Shawnee†. Speech-Language Pathology Services in the Justice Systems: A Panel Discussion.
  • Wilson Kendall†. Assessing the Clarity of Consumer Health Information for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Atkinson Katie†. Calcium Intake Among U.S. Children Ages 2-11 Across Income Levels (NHANES 2017-2020).
  • Brown Skyler†. Hydration Challenges in Lactating Women: Evidence from NHANES 2009-2012.
  • Casey Marin†. How Does Total Added Sugar Intake Differ Between Adults Who Consume Fast Food and Those Who Don’t?
  • Duran Katie†. Is Higher Sodium Intake Associated with a Higher Prevalence of Hypertension in Adults Aged 40+?
  • Espinosa Makenzie†. A Dietary Intervention to Modify Breast Milk Content in Obese Lactating Women.
  • Fresneda Mackenzie†. Hydration Challenges in Pregnant Women: Evidence from NHANES 2009-2012.
  • Gambelin Sydney†. Maternal Diet Quality and Breastmilk Volume Transfer in Women with Obesity.
  • Mayfield Christopher†. Design and Field Testing of Micro Lessons for Healthy Pregnancy Support in Rural Arkansas: A Behavioral Intervention for the GEM Study.
  • Peretz Katherine†. The Impact of a Mediterranean Diet Intervention on Hydration Status in Breastfeeding Women.
  • Vickery Laura†. Association Between Food Security Status and Above Normal Body Weight (BMI ≥25) and High Body Weight (BMI ≥30) in U.S. Adults Over Age 40: NHANES 2017–March 2020 Pre-Pandemic.
  • Ward Elizabeth†. Population Subgroup Differences in Saturated Fat Intake Among U.S. Adults: NHANES 2017-Mar 2020 Pre-Pandemic.

Genetic Counseling

  • Anderson Ashlyn†. Exploring the Role of Oncology Genetic Counselors in Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) Discussions: Prevalence, Nature, and Influencing Factors.
  • Coates Emily Claire†. “Line in the Sand”: Exploring the Integration of Personal Faith in Genetic Counseling Practice.
  • Ficker Mollie†. Assessing Non-Genetic Pediatric Providers’ Knowledge and Utilization of Whole Exome and Genome Sequencing.
  • Mendoza Hannah†. Familiarity With and Use of Genetics Vocabulary Among Signers of American Sign Language.
  • Stocksdale Brooklyn†. An Analysis of Genetic Etiologies of Cookie-Bite Sensorineural Hearing Loss Compared to Non-Cookie-Bite Sensorineural Hearing Loss in Pediatric Patients.
  • Viswanathan Sruthi†. Factors Contributing to Job Satisfaction Among Prenatal Genetic Counselors.
  • Wild Melissa†. Newborn Screening for Early-Onset Inherited Retinal Diseases: Understanding the Impact of Timely Diagnosis from Patients’ and Caregivers’ Perspectives.

Occupational Therapy

  • Fletcher Stacey†. Therapeutic Classroom Design: Best Approaches for Optimal Outcomes.
  • Gray Madison†. Go Baby Go: Exploring the Impact on Families in NWA.
  • Hogan Krista†. Highlighting Potential Contributions of Occupational Therapy in a Domestic Violence Program.
  • Howe Carly†. Characteristics of Initial Inpatient Admission Associated with Drug/Alcohol Versus Non-Alcohol/Drug Related Traumatic Brain Injury in Arkansas.
  • Luttrell Natalie†. Exploring the Impact of Demographic Factors on Cognitive Functioning for Individuals Diagnosed with Long COVID.
  • Muhammad Haadiya†. Parents as Partners: Utilization and Perception of Caregiver Education.
  • Smreker Ashley†. Exploring Clinicians’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Perceptions of Ayres Sensory Integration®.
  • Tomboli Isabella†. Physical Activity, Pain Ratings, and Self-Reported Quality of Life Among Cancer Survivors Across a Rural State.

Physical Therapy

  • Rhinehart Mary†, Siebenmorgen R, Agyei-Owusu F, Robinson S, Jensen H, Walter Christopher S*, Warmack TS*, CarlLee SW. Pharmacologic Burden and Psychiatric Medication Use in a Long-COVID Clinic Cohort.

Physician Assistant

  • Analore Alexandra†, Sharp Kristen†, Zainuba Iman†. A Comparative Analysis of the Efficacy of Metronidazole vs. Ivermectin for Treatment of Rosacea.
  • Baker Kinlee†, Grice Payton†, Montgomery Haley†. Limitations to Preceptor Involvement in a Student-Run Free Clinic.
  • Barton Brooklyn†, Hervey Emmanual†, Morrison Jonathon†. Fish Grafts for Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Heals Faster, Costs Less!
  • Combs Piper†, Scrivner Paiton†, Rush Riley†. Reimagining Alzheimer’s Care: Comparing Traditional Therapies with GLP-1 Agonists.
  • Couch Jace†, Dickey Grace Ann†, Flohr Lauren†. Probiotics and Ventilator Associated Pneumonia.
  • Duffy Sarah†, Hernandez Alexia†, Klober Riley†. Reconsidering the Knife: Comparative Analysis of Surgical Appendectomy Versus Antibiotic Treatment of Acute Uncomplicated Appendicitis in Adults.
  • Gee Chance*. Growing Up Together: Separated Biological Parents and Depression Risk.
  • Grappe Maggie†, Hilman Sara†, Johnson Caroline†. Social Media Impact on Vaccine Hesitancy in Pediatrics.
  • Guerra Reese†, Sink Cate†. Reducing Inappropriate Antibiotic Prescribing in Primary Care: The Impact of Stewardship Interventions.
  • Kattoum Nour†, Skinner Mikayla†, Tyler Syan†. Efficacy of Semaglutide in Overweight or Obese Adults Without Diabetes.
  • Mack Jada†, Discenza Rylie†, Skinner Emma†.Do Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists Improve Early Weight Loss in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Compared to Proven Treatments?
  • Nelson Ashlynn†, Montes Eduardo†, Jones Brianna†. Platelet-Rich Plasma vs. Corticosteroid Injections for Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review of Long-Term Pain Relief and Functional Outcomes.
  • Nelson Ashlynn†, Swan Swindle†. An Investigation into the Effects of Endometriosis on Mental Health.
  • Park Allison†, Green Paige†, Patel Priya†. Evaluating Gene Therapy Outcomes in Sickle Cell Disease: Efficacy, Safety, and Quality of Life.
  • Peel Braxton†, Sudtelgte Carlie†. The Prevalence of Disordered Eating and Psychosocial Factors Related to Eating Behaviors in Patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Mini-Systematic Review.

Respiratory Care

  • Brasfield Reginald†. Comparative Analysis of Airway Clearance Methods in Children with Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Elsaidi Sakr†. Airway Pressure Release Ventilation: A New Optimal Mode of Ventilation for ARDS.
  • Loyola Valeria†. High Flow Nasal Cannula Versus Noninvasive Ventilation in Adult Patients with Respiratory Failure.
  • Okeh Godwin†. Comparative Antibiotic Therapy for Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Eradication in Cystic Fibrosis
  • Werchan Maci†. First-Line Noninvasive Respiratory Support and Outcomes in Neonates with RDS Maci Werchan.
  • Williams Eryka†. The Use of Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs in Cystic Fibrosis Treatment.

Peer-Reviewed Oral Presentation

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Atcherson Samuel R*. The Acoustics of Stethoscopes: What Health Professionals with Hearing Loss Need to Know. Invited short video presentation for the Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Losses conference, April 25-27, 2026, Orlando, FL.
  • Carr Portia*, Lewis Preston, Strictland Brook, Stewart Shameka. SLP Services in the Justice System Panel Discussion, Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, February 17, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Carr Portia*, Moser Dana*. Transforming Aphasia Practice by Confronting Ableism and Shaping an Inclusive Future. Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArkSHA) Annual Convention, March 6, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Horta ES, Atcherson Samuel R*, Hafner Cameron†. HearWHO application as a screening tool for hearing dysfunction in patients with Neurofibromatosis or Schwannomatosis. Published conference abstract in 2026 Neurofibromatosis (NF) Conference, June 28-30, 2026, Denver, CO.
  • Howe Madison*, Glade Rachel. The Power of Connection: Strengthening SLP-Audiologist Collaboration for Children with Hearing Loss, Podium Presentation, Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArkSHA) Annual Convention, March 6, 2026, Searcy, AR.
  • Howe Madison*. Funding without Fear: Empowering SLPs and Audiologists to Secure Financial Support for Innovation Projects, Podium Presentation, Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArkSHA) Annual Convention, March 6, 2026, Searcy, AR.
  • Howe Madison*. Preceptor-Identified Training Gaps in Pediatric Audiology: Implications for Workforce Preparedness and Patient Care, Podium Presentation, Hearing Across the Lifespan (HeAL) Biennial International Conference, June 5, 2026, Padova, Italy.
  • Howe Madison*. Supporting Au.D. Students Through the Externship Journey: Practical Tools, Emerging Challenges, and Future Directions, Podium Presentation (Invited), Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD) Conference, April 10, 2026, Denver, CO.
  • Sarangi Lipika*. Implementing a Self-Efficacy-Based Auditory Rehabilitation Protocol: Barriers and Facilitators. Podium presentation at the 56th Annual Mid-South Conference on Communication Disorders, February 23, 2026, Memphis, TN.

Genetic Counseling

  • Wadley Alexandrea*. Genetic Counseling for Pancreatic Cancer in the Era of Next-Generation Sequencing. CW Rasco 26th Symposium on GI Malignancies, March 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Nelson Paul R*, Johnson Nathan*, Key Jason*. I Can See Clearly Now: Using Music to Assist MLS Student Learning. ASCLS Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference (CLEC), February 26-28, 2026, Bellevue, WA.

Physician Assistant

  • Woodall Aaron*. PAs in Arkansas: Where Do We Go from Here? Arkansas Academy of PAs State Conference 2026, March 13, 2026, Bentonville, AR.

Physical Therapy

  • Holland Angel M*, Jefferson John*. AI vs Faculty: Determining the Accuracy in Admission Essay Grading. Platform Presentation. APTA Combined Sections Meeting, February 12-14, 2026, Anaheim, CA.

Non-Peer-Reviewed Oral Presentations

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Howe Madison*. Different Learners, Shared Standards: Inclusive Approaches to Audiology Precepting, Podium Presentation, Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArkSHA) Lunch ‘n Learn Series, May 20, 2026, Little Rock, AR.
  • Howe Madison*. The Current Climate of Pediatric Audiology (Invited), Utah Regional Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (URLEND), February 13, 2026, Virtual.
  • Mankel K, Price Caitlin N*. Waves in Practice: Audiologists’ Perspectives on Electrophysiologic Assessment, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, February 23-24, 2026, Memphis, TN.
  • Price Caitlin N*, Brown J, McKinley T. Harnessing CSDCAS Data for Strategic Growth: Recruitment, Admission, and Retention in CSD Programs, Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders 46th Annual Conference, April 8-11, 2026, Denver, CO.
  • Price Caitlin N*. From Prompt to Practice: Lessons from Blackboard AI Conversations, Arkansas Blackboard User Group Meeting, April 2, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Genetic Counseling

  • Wadley Alexandrea*. Should My Patient See Cancer Genetics? OBGYN Didactics Lecture (Invited), April 22, 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Physical Therapy

  • Vincenzo Jennifer L*. Falls Prevention in Older Adults with Pain: A Multifactorial Approach. Arkansas Pain Management Symposium, April 2026, Little Rock, AR.

Continued Funded Grants

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • National Institutes of Health (NIH). Measuring Word Understanding and Visual Attention Skills in Minimally Verbal/Non-Speaking Children with Autism. Muller Kristen*, PI (35% salary support). Grant Number: R21DC022600. Funding Period: 5/1/2025 – 4/30/2028. Total Award: $575,113.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Center for Childhood Obesity Prevention (CCOP), Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE), National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). Continuous Glucose and E-Monitoring to Support Healthy Weight Gain in Pregnancies. Jansen Lisa T*, PI (50% salary support): Research Project Leader. Grant Number: P20GM109096. Funding Period: 4/17/2024 – 7/31/2026. Total Award: $462,000.
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), College of Health Professions (CHP). Immunofluorescent Analysis of Lipopolysaccharide-Binding Protein in Intestinal Mucus Layers and Epithelial Cells. Li Wei*, PI (5% effort, no salary support). Grant Type: CHP Seed Grant. Funding Period: 8/4/2025 – 7/31/2026. Total Award: $4,996.

Physical Therapy

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. From Screening to Safety: Implementing the ALC-STEADI Initiative in Assisted Living Communities. McCreedy Brown E, PI, Juckett L, Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Co-I, Consultant. Funding Period: 1/2026 – 12/2029. Total Award: $700,000.
  • National Institute on Aging (NIA). Developing and Testing Implementation Strategies to Support STEADI for Falls Risk Management in Outpatient Rehabilitation. Vincenzo Jennifer L*, PI (75% salary support). Funding Period: 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2027. Total Award: $1,051,000.
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH). NOTRE: Optimizing Long-Acting Prep and Moud Interventions in Carceral Settings. Brinkley-Rubenstein L, PI, Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Co-I (15% salary support). Funding Period: 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2029. Total Award: $1,107,431.

Grants Submitted and Funded

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). The HASE App Initiative: Building Digitally Accessible Hearing Solutions. Sarangi Lipika*, PI(No salary support), Swindle Taren*, Co-I, Sanders Sharon*, Co-I, Kemp Aaron*, Co-I. Grant Type: TRI Team Science Voucher Award. Total Award: $14,976.

Physical Therapy

  • Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). North Street Clinic. Walter Christopher S*, PI. Grant Type: Free and Charitable Clinics Grant. Funding Period: 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2027. Total Award: $42,000.
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Educational and Student Success Center (ESSC). Supporting Success in First-Year DPT Students with Academic Coaching. Sexton Laurel*, PI, Bohl Hannah*, Holland Angel M*, Co-I, Research Mentor. Funding Period: 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2027. Total Award: $1,320.

Pending Grants

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Hospitality Matters: Transforming Healthcare Education through Patient Experience Training. Howe Madison*, PI (No salary support), Khairi Summer*,Co-PI (No salary support). Grant Type: UAMS Chancellor’s Circle. Total Award: $19,000

Dental Hygiene

  • Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation. Equitable Access & Collaborative Care: Whole-Person Oral Health & Hygiene at UAMS – Year 4. Bodenner Dana, PI (No salary support), Schultz Shelby, Fitzhugh Bridget*, Norton Kelsey*. Grant Type: Community Grant. Funding Period: 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2027. Total Award: $30,000.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Pragmatic Hydration Assessment in Maternal Care: Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Training to Support Cardiometabolic Health. Jansen Lisa T*, PI (75% salary support). Grant Type: K01. Funding Period: 12/01/2026 – 11/30/2031. Total Award: $648,837.
  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK). Early Pregnancy Prediabetes Management Using Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Behavioral Support: A Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Trial. Larissa Calancie, PI, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA; Jansen Lisa T*, Co-I,UAMS satellite site (15% salary support). Grant Type: R01. Funding Period: 04/01/2027 – 03/31/2031. Total Sub Award: $300,313.
  • National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). Linking Adiposity and Diet to LPS-Driven Gut-Liver Inflammation in Children. Li Wei*, PI(10% salary support). Grant Type: CCOP Pilot. Funding Period: 8/1/2026 – 7/31/2027. Total Award: $75,000.
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Designing Food is Medicine for Oncology Care: A Systems Approach, Jansen Lisa T*, Co-I, (10% salary support). Grant Type: AFRI. Funding Period: 7/01/2027 – 6/30/2031. Total Award: $7,810,251.
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Effect of Dietary Soy Protein Levels on Gut-Liver Axis Health, LPS Translocation, and MASLD in a Preclinical Model of Obesity. Li Wei*, PI, Hakkak Reza*, Co-I. Funding Period: 2026-2029. Total Award: $650,000.

Grants Submitted but Not Funded

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Strengthening Person-Centered Shared Decision-Making and Counseling-Infused Audiology Education through Structured Curriculum Mapping. Sarangi Lipika*, PI(No salary support). Grant Type: ESSC Education Innovation Grant. Total Award: $2,500.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK). Lactation Tailored Dietary Intervention to Benefit Maternal Cardiometabolic Health, Human Milk Bioactives, and Child Neurodevelopment. Jansen Lisa T*, Co-I (10% salary support). Grant Type: R01. Funding Period: 7/01/2026 – 6/30/2031. Total Award: $3,782,223.
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH). Intestinal Lipopolysaccharide-Binding Protein as a Mediator of Obesity- and Diet-Induced MASLD: Preclinical Mechanisms and Human Translation. Li Wei*, PI, Hakkak Reza*, Co-I. Grant Type: R01. Funding Period: 4/1/2026 – 3/1/2030. Total Award: $1,833,860.

Physical Therapy

  • On the Move at Home: Group Exercise to Improve Mobility and Social Connection Among Older Adults. Vincenzo Jennifer L*, Co-PI. Submitted 9/25/2025. Estimated Review Date: 5/11/2026. Direct Costs: $2,493,185.

Books and Book Chapters

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Nelson Paul R*, Vu Thao*, Chambers S*. Point-of-Care Testing (POCT). In M. L. Bishop, E. P. Fody, & M. Moy (Eds.), Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques, Correlations (10th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning, in Press.

Blogs and Commentaries

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Howe Madison*. Clinical Education Hot Take: Confidence is a Cop Out, Publication, ASHA Leader, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, May 12, 2026.

Physician Assistant

Awards

Dental Hygiene

  • Fitzhugh Bridget*, UAMS Department of Dental Hygiene. Partners in Education Award. Volunteers in Public Schools (ViPS), Little Rock School District. 21 April 2026.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Clampitt Jennifer*. Emerging Dietetic Leader Award, Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Meeting and Expo. 1 May 2026.
  • Gambelin Sydney†. Outstanding Dietetic Student Award, Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Meeting and Expo. 1 May 2026.
  • Jones Lesley*. Outstanding Dietitian of the Year Award, Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Meeting and Expo. 1 May 2026.
  • Mayfield Christopher†. Outstanding Poster Presentation Award, Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Meeting and Expo. 1 May 2026.

Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • Robertson Cherika*. Omicron Sigma Award, American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science. 26 May 2026.

New Honors, Special Recognition, Editorial Board Member

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • Atcherson Samuel R*. Editorial Board Member, Perspectives, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Special Interest Group 8 (SIG 8), 2026.
  • Howe Madison*. Appointedas Co-Chair of ASHA 2028 Convention, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), May 2026.
  • Howe Madison*. Appointed totheScientific and Professional Education Board (SPEB), American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), May 2026.
  • Sarangi Lipika*. Invited Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research – Hearing Section, February 2026.
  • Sarangi Lipika*. Invited Reviewer for the Trends in Hearing Journal, February 2026.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Jansen Lisa T*. Invitation by the Editor-in-Chief to provide a peer-reviewed editorial for the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (AJCN). Due: July 6th.
  • Jansen Lisa T*. Invitation by the NIH Scientific Review Officer in the Endocrine and Metabolic Systems (EMS) Review Branch to serve as an Early Career Reviewer on a study section in February 2027.