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The Science of Aging Well

An interview with Maher, the 2024 UNCG Early Career Research Excellence Award winner UNCG Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Center for Women’s Health and Wellness Director Dr. Jaclyn Maher is advancing our understanding of how to help older adults stay active. With more than 70 publications and over 3,700 citations,… Continue reading…

New CWHW Director Receives 2025 UNCG Research Mentor Award

Associate Professor Dr. Jaclyn Maher has been honored with the 2025 Thomas Undergradate Research Award in the tenured faculty category. Since joining UNCG in 2017, Dr. Maher has mentored 54 undergraduates in independent studies, guiding them through all aspects of physical activity research — from recruitment and training to data… Continue reading…

Dean Mattacola, Emily Postlethwait and Jaclyn Maher

Celebrating Recent Publications from Our Outstanding Team

We’re thrilled to celebrate the recent publication of two impactful first-author manuscripts by our very own staff members, Dr. Jaclyn Maher and Graduate Assistant Emily Postlethwait! Even more impressive—both also contributed as co-authors on each other’s papers, showcasing the high level of collaboration, dedication, and mutual support that defines our… Continue reading…

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2025 Research Forum Happening February 28!

In 2025, the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness, in collaboration with the HHS Office of Research, is hosting its 5th annual Research Forum to showcase scholarly work relevant to women’s health and wellness at UNCG.   This in-person event will take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, in the Nursing… Continue reading…