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Nancy Elinor Adler (1946-2024).

Elissa Sarah Epel1

  • 1University of California.

The American Psychologist
|July 11, 2024

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  • Nancy Elinor Adler (1946-2024).

    • Pioneering social psychologist Nancy Elinor Adler significantly advanced Health Psychology and the understanding of social determinants of health. Her legacy includes shaping research on health disparities and interventions.

    Area of Science:

    • Social Psychology
    • Health Psychology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Nancy Elinor Adler (1946-2024) was a highly influential scientist, graduating from Wellesley College and earning a PhD from Harvard University.
    • She was recognized as one of the most cited scientists globally (top 0.1% in 2022).

    Observation:

    • Adler was a pioneer in establishing Health Psychology as a distinct field.
    • She significantly contributed to the global understanding of social determinants of health.

    Findings:

    • Her work deepened the recognition of how social factors influence health outcomes.
    • She championed research and interventions addressing social and health disparities.

    Implications:

    • An endowed lectureship award at UCSF is established in her honor to support scholars in social and health disparities.
    • Her foundational contributions continue to shape research and practice in health psychology and public health.

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