Department of Occupational Therapy
Scholarship & Research
Scholarship and research are integral to Jefferson’s Occupational Therapy program. Faculty and students are involved in innovative research and scholarly activities focused on a wide range of populations and areas of practice. These include community-based programs designed to assist individuals with occupational performance challenges spanning basic science research through programs designed to enhance participation in home, school, and community environments. Faculty are currently engaged in research in a many areas. Click the topic to see research projects:
- Autism and Sensory Integration
- Child and Family Studies Program
- Health & Community Participation
- Older Adults
- Rehabilitation & Disability Studies
- Other Current Research Projects
Opportunities for student-faculty partnership exist in each of these programs, and students have the opportunity to complete an evidence-based final capstone project (OT670) in any of these areas.
