Dr. Lara Traeger's lab at the University of Miami focuses on improving the quality of life for patients who have survived hematologic malignancies and undergone stem cell transplants. They use a multidisciplinary telehealth intervention to help these patients manage chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a common and debilitating complication after transplantation. The lab's goal is to empower survivors with actionable coping strategies through a supportive, group-based approach that combines medical and psychological care.

Dr. Sannisha K. Dale's lab focuses on improving the health of Black women living with HIV through innovative interventions that address mental health and structural barriers to care. Their research includes testing new strategies to enhance medication adherence and increase access to HIV prevention methods in underserved communities. By integrating community input and evidence-based practices, the lab aims to develop effective solutions that promote viral suppression and empower individuals within these communities.

Dr. Frank Penedo's research at the University of Miami focuses on improving cancer care for Hispanic and Latino survivors. His projects aim to understand the unique challenges faced by these populations in survivorship and to develop better care practices in primary care settings. By studying a diverse group of cancer survivors, he looks to improve their quality of life and healthcare access, using data to inform future healthcare strategies.

Dr. Steven A. Safren’s lab focuses on improving mental health treatment for people living with HIV, particularly in South Africa where there is a significant number of individuals affected. The lab researches ways to implement evidence-based treatments for depression that enhance patient adherence to HIV care. They aim to develop scalable strategies that can be replicated in low-resource settings, ensuring that crucial mental health services reach more people in need.

Dr. Aaron Heller's research focuses on understanding how our brains react to emotionally significant events, particularly in individuals with anxiety and depression. By studying students receiving grades on challenging exams, his lab uses advanced brain imaging techniques to identify the neural processes linked to emotional responses. The aim is to uncover the underlying mechanisms of emotional dysregulation, which could lead to better treatments for these common mental health disorders.