PAL
Research Team
Hongdao Meng, MD, PhD, Director. Dr. Meng’s research focuses on examining the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness
of complementary and integrative health interventions to improve health and functional
outcomes among middle-aged and older adults in the community. Dr. Meng has expertise
in health promotion, disease management, integrative health, research methods, and
health economics. Email: meng@usf.edu
Cassidy Doyle first-year PhD student in the School of Aging Studies, Lab Manager.
Cassidy’s research focuses on integrative health strategies (e.g. mindfulness practice,
music engagement) for persons living with dementia and their caregivers. She also
has interests in intergenerational programs and experiences. Cassidy has an undergraduate
degree in Human Development and Family studies from Pennsylvania State University,
which leads her to take a lifespan approach to study aging. Email: cassidydoyle@usf.edu
Collaborators
Advisors
William Monaco,O.D., MSED, Ph.D.