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Veronica G. Parker, PhD, Professor, is an Alumni Distinguished Professor and Director of the Center for Research on Health Disparities at Clemson University’s College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences, School of Nursing. She earned a PhD in Biostatistics from the Medical University of South Carolina (1994), a BS in Engineering Analysis (Bioengineering) from Clemson University (1986), and a BS in Physics-Engineering from the College of Charleston (1984).
- Clemson University, School of Nursing (Since 1994)
- Director, Center for Research on Health Disparities (CRHD)
- CUSHR Faculty Scholar (2015–Present)
Her research focuses on health disparities/health equity, quality of life, resilience, spirituality, eustress, and health risk behaviors in vulnerable populations. She specializes in categorical data analysis, path analyses, big data analytics, and has secured over $11 million in collaborative research funding. Her recent Google Scholar publications highlight trends in mental health, genomic testing, telehealth, and disparities in chronic disease management.
- Scientific Awards: Policy Research Fellow at Institute for Child Success (2023–2025), CUSHR Faculty Scholar (2015–2021; reappointed 2021), Advisory Committee on Minority Health member (2018–2022), Alumni Distinguished Professor (2015), and Outstanding Reviewer Award (2021).
She has served as a statistical consultant for numerous projects, including studies on diabetes, cancer care, and asset mapping in minority communities. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with grants from NIH, March of Dimes, and BlueCross BlueShield of SC.
