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John Merriman, PhD, RN, AOCNS, is an Assistant Professor at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. His research focuses on improving cognitive function in postmenopausal women with breast cancer through stress management interventions, particularly Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. He investigates the impact of biobehavioral and social determinants on intervention efficacy and is funded by a K99/R00 award from the National Institute of Nursing Research (NR015473).
- PhD, Nursing – University of California, San Francisco
- MS, Nursing – University of California, San Francisco
- BS, Communication – Mississippi College
Dr. Merriman’s research spans oncology nursing, symptom science, palliative care, and genetics. He explores cognitive function, work and quality of life in young adult cancer survivors, financial toxicity, and symptom burden in patients with multiple chronic conditions. His work often employs advanced statistical methods such as latent class analysis and mixed-effects modeling.
His recent publications reveal a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining nursing, psychology, genetics, and public health. Themes include cognitive and emotional functioning during cancer treatment, work reintegration, financial distress, and end-of-life care complexity. His studies frequently use mixed methods and secondary data analysis of clinical trials.
- Postdoctoral Alumni Award, University of Pittsburgh Postdoctoral Association (2016)
- International inductee, Sigma Theta Tau (2006)
Dr. Merriman is actively involved in mentoring, as he is accepting PhD students. He leads research on stress management and cognitive outcomes, supported by NIH funding. He is President of the International Society of Nurses in Genetics, underscoring his leadership in nursing science and genetics. He has no disclosed grants listed beyond the K99/R00, but his publication record suggests ongoing funded research.
He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations, including the American Nurses Association, Eastern Nursing Research Society, Oncology Nursing Society, and Sigma Theta Tau International. His leadership role in the International Society of Nurses in Genetics highlights his contribution to advancing genetic nursing practice and research.
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