Interdisciplinary Science and the Innovative Nurse Scientist

3 units

This course provides an educational opportunity to understand diverse disciplines with their specific perspective in conducting research. The emphasis is placed on understanding key scientific concepts and methodologies. The goal is to connect and integrate different schools of thought and demonstrate how the disciplines of science come together in innovative ways to identify and solve scientific challenges. Preparation, training, support, challenges, and roles of the nurse scientist are also explored. Related topics include how to advance a career as a nurse scientist with a focus on building a research trajectory, obtaining funding and becoming an innovative researcher who is able to identify trends in emerging science. Discussions will focus on integrating biologic and behavioral factors to achieve translational bench-to-bedside nursing science.