If it is Tuesday, it is time for Tuesday Topics.

College of Nursing and Health Professions hosts "Tuesday Topics," an informal, regularly designated space designed to connect faculty, students and staff and help grow the interprofessional community within the College. "Tuesday Topics" include sessions promoting CNHP's research initiatives, sharing scholarship on issues relevant to healthcare and providing guidance on best practices in research and education. "Tuesday Topics" are open to all faculty, students and staff in CNHP, as well as to our alumni and community partners. Not every session is for everyone, but if the topic appeals to you, please sign-up to join us.

"Tuesday Topics" are generally held Tuesdays throughout each 10-week quarter of the academic year. Participants can join in person or via live webcast.

Times may vary. Register to receive the specific zoom link and passcode.

Having trouble accessing a zoom link? Write to TuesdayTopics@drexel.edu for assistance.

Upcoming Events

From Design to Dissemination: Stopping Fraudulent Participants in Their Tracks

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 • 12–1 p.m.
Via Zoom

Please join us as the authors of the new paper, Gerontologists Combating Fraudulent Research Participants: Recommendations from Design to Dissemination, present their findings.

Although the paper is rooted in gerontology, the issue of fraudulent participants affects all research fields. The presenters will discuss their real-world encounters with fraudulent participation, the red flags they observed and practical recommendations for prevention, early detection and mitigation. This session is designed for all audiences across disciplines—from early-stage students to experienced investigators—who want to ensure their research remains trustworthy and impactful. The paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1093/geront/gnaf206

Moderator:

• Justine Sefcik, PhD, assistant professor, Doctoral Nursing, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Drexel

Panelists:

• Erica Frechman, PhD, assistant professor, Gerontology and Geriatrics, Wake Forest University, School of Medicine
• Harleah Buck, PhD, Sally Mathis Hartwig professor, Gerontological Nursing, University of Iowa, College of Nursing
• Joan Carpenter, PhD, associate professor, Organizational Systems and Adult Health, University of Maryland, School of Nursing

Presented by the CNHP PhD Council.

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Aging in America: Survive or Thrive? — Film Screening & Panel Discussion

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 • 3–5 p.m. film screening followed by a panel discussion
HSB 3W02 or via Zoom

Join us for a special screening of the recently released documentary, Aging in America: Survive or Thrive?, an insightful exploration of the challenges and opportunities facing older adults in today’s society. The film highlights personal stories and expert perspectives on aging, healthcare and community support.

The one-hour film, produced for PBS and narrated by Martin Sheen, uses framing from Why Survive: Being Old in America, which was published 50 years ago by Robert N. Butler, MD. Butler was the first director of the National Institute on Aging, he established the first department of geriatrics, and he coined the term ageism. The film explores our most pressing societal challenges and opportunities as more people live longer, covering topics related to healthcare, economic security, ageism and more. Following the screening, stay for a dynamic panel discussion featuring local experts and thought leaders who will reflect on the film’s themes and discuss how we can better support aging populations in our communities. This screening is made available through cooperation with The John A. Hartford Foundation, a non-partisan philanthropy dedicated to improving the care of older adults.

This screening is made available through cooperation with The John A. Hartford Foundation, a non-partisan philanthropy dedicated to improving the care of older adults. Learn more at johnahartford.org.

For more information on past Tuesday Topics, visit the playlist on the CNHP YouTube Channel

This event is free and open to the Drexel community. All are welcome! Presented by CNHP Office of Research and Innovation.

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For past Tuesday Topics events, please visit our YouTube Channel.