In a major leap forward for research at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU), students and faculty now have access to a powerful new tool that could change the way we understand — and improve — healthcare materials: the Instron 34SC-5 Universal Testing Machine. Now housed on campus, the state-of-the-art device enables researchers to…Continue Reading Mission in Motion: Research Innovation Expands at PNWU
A Second-Story Balcony. A Community of Scholars. An Unforgettable Academic Tradition: Inside PNWU’s Second Annual Paper Airplane Contest. At Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU), rigorous research and high-level academia are part of the daily fabric. But sometimes, that fabric needs to be folded — sharply, diagonally, and then thrown off a balcony. This…Continue Reading Research Takes Flight
Dr. Malcolm Cutchin Named Among Top 0.5% of Scholars Worldwide As one of the world’s top-ranked scholars, Dr. Malcolm Cutchin has spent a career exploring the complex connections between place, equity, and well-being — leaving a legacy that continues to shape PNWU’s programs and the communities they serve. “I’ve always loved the pursuit of ideas,”…Continue Reading World-Class, Close to Home
PNWU is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Kathaleen Briggs Early as Interim Vice President for Research. A founding faculty member and longtime professor of nutrition, Dr. Briggs Early brings a wealth of experience, deep institutional knowledge, and a nationally recognized research background to this new leadership role. Her appointment follows thoughtful feedback from…Continue Reading Dr. Kathaleen Briggs Early Named PNWU’s Interim Vice President for Research
Two research projects from Pacific Northwest University’s (PNWU’s) School of Occupational Therapy (SOT) have been selected for presentation at the prestigious American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) annual conference in April, marking a significant achievement for the university and its commitment to community-driven healthcare. The research, conducted by PNWU OT students under the guidance of SOT…Continue Reading PNWU Occupational Therapy Students and Faculty to Present Groundbreaking Research at National Conference
As a clinician, Dr. Brad Callan spent more than two decades treating neck and back pain. Now an Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, he’s utilizing that experience to reshape the way we approach recovery after a motor vehicle crash. His recent study, published as part of his dissertation work, highlights an often-overlooked factor…Continue Reading PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash