Yurun Cai

Dr. Yurun Cai is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, specializing in aging research through her work in the Department of Health and Community Systems. Her research integrates wearable sensor technology and digital biomarkers to advance understanding of aging processes.

• Develops novel physical activity metrics using accelerometry
• Focuses on pain-cognition interactions in older adults
• Conducts clinical trials for neurodegenerative early detection

Currently teaching NUR1054 Nursing Care of Older Adults, Dr. Cai leads multidisciplinary research initiatives including her National Institute on Aging R03 project and Jewish Healthcare Foundation collaborations. She serves on editorial boards and review panels for major aging research organizations.

• 2023 Gerontological Society of America Health Sciences Research Award
• Principal Investigator on PRIME pilot study
• Co-investigator in medication safety research

Connect with Dr. Cai at yuc199@pitt.edu or via her professional website. She is currently accepting PhD students for mentorship.