UNCG School of Nursing Hires HIV Research Leader for Community Health

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro School of Nursing announced on Nov. 13, 2025 that Dr. Kate Clouse has taken a position with the school, signaling a renewed focus on research to improve population health across Guilford County. Clouse arrives with more than two decades of work in HIV and public health research, and she plans to expand the nursing school research portfolio while building interdisciplinary collaborations across UNCG to tackle pressing community health challenges.

Clouse’s background centers on HIV related research and broader public health initiatives. The appointment highlights the School of Nursing’s strategy to strengthen research capacity, connect academic inquiry to local health needs, and translate findings into practice that benefits underserved populations. According to the UNCG School of Nursing announcement, mentoring students and junior researchers will be a central part of her role, creating pathways for trainees to gain hands on research experience and to contribute to community facing projects.

For Guilford County residents, the hire could yield tangible benefits in the years ahead. Strengthened nursing research at UNCG can lead to new programs that address local disparities, inform service delivery in clinics and community organizations, and help shape county level public health responses. Building partnerships with other university departments, local health providers, and community groups will be critical to moving research from the laboratory and classroom into clinics, outreach programs, and prevention initiatives.

Clouse’s stated emphasis on translation of research into practice speaks directly to community impact. Translational work can accelerate adoption of evidence based interventions that reduce transmission of disease and improve chronic disease management. It also supports workforce development by preparing nursing students and junior investigators to apply research methods in real world settings. For a region with diverse health needs, those capabilities can bolster local capacity to respond to outbreaks, address health inequities, and design culturally informed interventions.

Methodologically, the School of Nursing’s push under Clouse will likely involve collaborative studies that cross traditional academic boundaries, integrating perspectives from public health, behavioral sciences, social work, and clinical care. Such interdisciplinary approaches are increasingly recognized as necessary to address complex social and medical determinants of health. Ethical considerations will remain central, especially in work with underserved communities where trust building and equitable partnerships are essential.

The UNCG announcement serves as the formal source for Clouse’s appointment and objectives. As she settles into her position, community leaders, public health agencies, and local health providers in Guilford County will be watching for opportunities to partner with the School of Nursing on research that translates into improved health outcomes and greater access to care for populations most in need.