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Maria T. Brown is an Assistant Professor at Syracuse University's School of Social Work, focusing on social gerontology and health equity. Her research examines later-life experiences of socioeconomically disadvantaged populations, racial and ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ communities.
- Ph.D., Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University
- M.S.W., School of Social Work, Syracuse University
- M.A., Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University
Her work employs life course theory to study dementia caregiving, long-term care for cognitively disabled older adults, and cancer survivorship disparities. She has contributed to journals like Aging and Mental Health, The Gerontologist, and Journal of Sexuality Research and Social Policy.
Dr. Brown has received significant funding, including a 2021-2022 Prevent Cancer Foundation grant for her co-investigator role in the Genesis Health Project. Her scholarship includes book chapters on LGBT health equity and military service experiences.
- John A. Hartford Foundation Doctoral Fellowship in Geriatric Social Work (2008-2010)
