Helena W Morrison

Helena W Morrison is an Associate Professor at the University of Arizona, affiliated with the College of Nursing and the Graduate Faculty. Her research focuses on prevention & health promotion and cardiovascular disease, with a strong emphasis on neurovascular disorders, stroke recovery, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

• Ph.D. in Nursing, University of Arizona, 2005
• B.S.N. in Nursing, Angelo State University, 2004
• B.S. in Animal Science, University of Arizona, 1997

Her work spans neuroinflammation, microglia biology, and physiological quantitative methods, often employing rodent models and mouse models. She has published extensively on topics like ischemic stroke, neurovascular unit, and non-pharmacological interventions (e.g., tai chi for post-stroke depression). Her methodological expertise includes BODIPY staining, Laser Doppler monitoring, and ImageJ-based quantitative histology. Publications also reflect her interest in hybrid PhD nursing education and academic mentorship.