David W. Wetter

David W. Wetter, Ph.D. is an Adjunct Professor in Clinical Psychology and Health Psychology at the University of Utah. He holds leadership roles as Director of the Center for Health Outcomes and Population Equity (HOPE), Senior Director of Community Engagement and Cancer Health Equity Research at Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), and Associate Director of Community-Engaged Practice at the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI). His work focuses on eliminating health disparities through translational research targeting addictive behaviors and cancer risk reduction.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1993)
• M.S. in Epidemiology, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1993)
• M.S. in Sport Psychology, University of Oregon (1988)
• B.A. in Economics, Whitman College (1982)

Research Interests: His research integrates theoretical models, intervention design, and real-world implementation using technologies like on-body sensors, smartphone apps, and ecological momentary assessments. Key areas include mindfulness-based interventions, cognitive-behavioral therapies, and addressing health inequities in underserved populations (e.g., low-income individuals, minorities).

Research Trends: His publications emphasize mHealth technologies, smoking cessation, and health equity. Recent work explores mechanisms linking mindfulness to behavior change, acculturation effects on smoking cessation among Latinos, and optimizing healthcare interventions in safety-net systems.

Advising & Grants: He actively involves students in NIH-funded projects, particularly those interested in psychology or health fields. Current projects focus on mobile health innovations and community-engaged research. Students gain training in cutting-edge methodologies without prior experience requirements.

Labs & Teams: Leads the Center for HOPE and collaborates with HCI, CTSI, and academic partners to advance population health equity through translational research and community partnerships.