School of Nursing

What Young Adults Vape, and What Might Help Them Quit

Nursing researchers uncover motivations behind e-cigarette use and identify strategies that align with how young adults think, live and connect.

Ushering in New Horizons in Nursing Science

5/5/25

UB Nursing’s first wet lab expands research in molecular biology, biochemistry and anatomy, placing the school among few nursing programs with dedicated lab facilities.

Bringing Vaccines to Where Kids Live and Learn

10/20/25

New York Health Foundation grant expands mobile vaccination initiative, improving childhood vaccine access across Western New York.

Stronger Connections, Better Care

11/7/25

UB researchers found that communication between administrators and frontline staff is key to improving post-hospital care for people without stable housing.

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The Pulse of Nursing at UB

School of Nursing News

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Foltz-Ramos Inducted as National Academies of Practice Fellow
3/16/26
Kelly Foltz-Ramos, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CHSE-A, FAAN, director of simulation and innovation and assistant professor in UB’s School of Nursing, was recently inducted as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) Nursing Academy.
Donna Fabry Receives MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success
3/6/26
The award recognizes faculty who make a meaningful difference in students’ academic growth, professional development and overall collegiate experience.
UB health sciences schools fare well in national ranking of NIH funding
2/25/26
Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings measure schools of medicine across the country, as well as their departments and other health sciences schools, such as dentistry, pharmacy, public health and nursing.

Blog: The Nurses Report

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Four Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My DNP
3/20/26
Emily Vezina, DNP, MS, RN, FNP-BC, offers advice for students planning to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.
Eating Disorders: Myths and Realities
2/20/26
Alyssa Hamel, DNP, PMHNP-BC, RN, director of UB School of Nursing’s Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program, draws on her clinical expertise and research to address common misconceptions about eating disorders.
Here Is How You Can Support Nursing Students Through Mentorship
1/12/26
Here are four ways you can support UB nursing students through mentorship.

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