Eileen D Hacker, PhD, APRN, AOCN, FAAN
Department of Nursing, Division of SrVP and Chief Nursing Officer
About Dr. Eileen D Hacker
Dr. Eileen Hacker is currently Professor and Chair, Department of Nursing at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She has been with MD Anderson since 2022.Dr. Eileen Hacker is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Nursing. She has extensive experience in clinical oncology nursing, cancer research, and academic leadership. Dr. Hacker has championed innovations and improvements in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation nursing. Her progressive research program focuses on fatigue, physical activity, exercise interventions, and quality of life. Her research has been funded by the American Cancer Society, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Nursing Research, and Oncology Nursing Society. Her work has been published in leading cancer journals. Dr. Hacker is committed to advancing oncology nursing science and promoting quality of life outcomes in people with cancer. She is the recipient of multiple research and teaching awards. Dr. Hacker is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing and a 2024 inductee into the International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame.
Present Title & Affiliation
Primary Appointment
Department Chair, Department of Nursing, Division of SrVP and Chief Nursing Officer, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Professor, Department of Nursing, Division of Nursing, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Dual/Joint/Adjunct Appointment
Director, Department of Nursing, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
Adjunct Professor, Department of Research, The University of Texas Health Cizik School of Nursing, Houston, TX
Chair, Department of Nursing, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
Professor, Department of Nursing, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Associate Professor Emerita, Department of Behavioral Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Adjunct Professor, Department of School of Nursing, Science of Nursing Care Department, Indianapolis, Indiana
Teaching Assistant, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
Education & Training
Postgraduate Training
| 2019-2020 | Elevating Leaders in Academic Nursing, Academic Leadership, Fellow American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Washington, DC |
| 2018-2020 | Fund Raising Management, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 2012-2013 | Teaching Scholar/Academic Leadership Fellowship, Academic Leadership, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois |
| 2005-2008 | K01 Training, Exercise Science, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois |
Licenses & Certifications
| 2022 | Advanced Practice Registered Nurse |
| 2022 | Registered Nurse |
| 2016 | Registered Nurse |
| 2001 | Advanced Practice Registered Nurse |
| 1996 | Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse |
| 1983 | Registered Nurse |
Experience & Service
Faculty Academic Appointments
Interim Associate Dean, Department of School of Nursing, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, 2021 - 2022
Austin Scholar, Department of School of Nursing, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, 2020 - 2022
Department Chair, Department of School of Nursing, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, 2017 - 2021
Professor, Tenured, Department of School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2017 - 2022
Associate Member, Department of Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2017 - 2022
Visiting Professor, Department of Faculty of Life and Health Sciences, Ulster University, Jordonstown Campus, Country Antrim, 2014 - 2020
Associate Professor, Tenured, Department of Biobehavioral Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2014 - 2016
Associate Department Head, Department of Biobehavioral Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2013 - 2016
Associate Professor, Department of Biobehavioral Health, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, 2012 - 2014
Department Liaison, Department of Biobehavioral Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2011 - 2013
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Behavioral Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2008 - 2012
Clincal Assistant Professor, Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 2001 - 2008
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Harvey, Illinois, 1999 - 2001
Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Harvey, Illinois, 1989 - 1991
Educator, Department of Professional Development and Nursing Research, University of Chicago Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, 1988 - 1989
Clinical Manager, Department of Pediatrics Hematology-Oncology-Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Wyler Children's Hospital, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 1987 - 1988
Instructor, Department of Complementary Faculty, College of Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, Illinois, 1987 - 1988
Practitioner-Teacher, Department of Medical Nursing, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, 1985 - 1987
Instructor, Department of Medical Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, Illinois, 1985 - 1987
Staff Nurse, Department of Oncology Unit, Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, 1983 - 1985
Administrative Appointments/Responsibilities
Director, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2023 - Present
Department Chair, Department of Nursing, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2022 - Present
Associate Dean, Department of Nursing, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 2021 - 2022
Department Chair, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, 2017 - 2021
Associate Professor Emeritus, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, 2017 - Present
Other Professional Positions
Head and Neck Oncology Clinical Nurse, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Harvey, IL, 1991 - 2001
Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Harvey, IL, 1989 - 1991
Clinical Manager, University of Chicago Hospitals, Chicago, IL, 1987 - 1988
Staff Nurse, Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, IL, 1983 - 1985
Editorial Activities
Editorial, Oncology Nursing Forum, 2003 - 2015
Editorial, Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 2001 - 2005
Honors & Awards
| 2025 - Present | Outstanding Mentor, Cancer Prevention and Population Sciences, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 2025 - Present | Best Transplant Nursing Research Oral Abstract Presentation (Co-Investigator), Physical Activity and Health-Related Quality of Life Following Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation, 2025 Tandem BMT Meeting, Honolulu, HI, American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy |
| 2024 | International Nurse Reseacher Hall of Fame, Sigma Theta Tao International Nurse Reseacher Hall of Fame |
| 2022 | Best Transplant Nursing Research Oral Abstract Presentation, 2022 Tandem BMT Meeting |
| 2020 | Indiana Women of Achievement, Ball State University |
| 2019 | Distinguished Researcher Award, Midwest Nursing Research Society Symptoms Science Research Group |
| 2018 | Prestigious External Award Recognition, Indiana University |
| 2017 | Annual Outstanding Original Research Paper Award, Cancer Nursing International Journal |
| 2016 | Capstone Advisor of the Year, Honors College, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 2016 | College of Nursing's Nominee for the University of Illinois at Chicago Excellence in Teaching Award, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 2015 | Best Transplant Nursing Research Oral Abstract Presentation, 2015 Tandem BMT Meeting |
| 2014 | Fellow, American Academy of Nursing |
| 2012 | Teaching Recognition Award, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 2010 | Excellence in Research, Alpha Omicron Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau International Departmental Teaching Excellence Award, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 2008 | Trish Greene Quality of Life Lectureship, Oncology Nursing Society |
| 2006 | Harriet H. Werley New Investigator Award, Midwest Nursing Research Society |
| 2001 | Friends Remember Brett Allen Fuller Award, Local Community Group Recognizing Outstanding Academic Achievement |
| 1999 - 2001 | Doctoral Scholarship in Cancer Nursing, American Cancer Society |
| 1999 - 2000 | Oncology Nursing Foundation Doctoral Scholarship, Oncology Nursing Society |
| 1998 | Tuition and Service Fee Waiver, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 1997 | Van Doren Family Scholarship, University of Illinois at Chicago |
| 1995 | Advanced Practice Career Development Award, Chicago Chapter of the Oncology Nursing Society |
| 1985 | Sigma Theta Tau International, Gamma Phi Chapter |
Professional Memberships
Selected Presentations & Talks
Local Presentations
- 2022. Creating a Culture of Nursing Scholarship. Conference. Creating a Culture of Nursing Scholarship. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Creating a Culture of Nursing Scholarship: Roadmap to Building a Cancer Nursing Research Program. Conference. Creating a Culture of Nursing Scholarship: Roadmap to Building a Cancer Nursing Research Program. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Growth Mindsets for Advancing Nursing Research, Education, and Clinical Practice. Conference. Growth Mindsets for Advancing Nursing Research, Education, and Clinical Practice. Houston, TX, US.
Regional Presentations
- 2020. COVID-19 Illness Perceptions and Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety in US Adults. Conference. COVID-19 Illness Perceptions and Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety in US Adults. Virtual, US.
- 2019. Time and Resource Management for Successful Tenure and Promotion Outcomes. Conference. Time and Resource Management for Successful Tenure and Promotion Outcomes. Kansas City, MO, US.
- 2019. Scholarship Expectations among DNP and PhD Prepared Faculty Employed in Universities and Clinical Agencies. Conference. Scholarship Expectations among DNP and PhD Prepared Faculty Employed in Universities and Clinical Agencies. Kansas City, MO, US.
- 2018. Transitions in Frailty Status following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Transitions in Frailty Status following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Cleveland, OH, US.
- 2018. Exercise to Improve Quality of Life Outcomes after Intensive Cancer Therapy: Translating the Evidence into Practice. Conference. Exercise to Improve Quality of Life Outcomes after Intensive Cancer Therapy: Translating the Evidence into Practice. Zion, IL, US.
- 2018. How Big of a Leap is the Right Size Leap: Preliminary Studies to New Proposals – Big or Small Leaps?. Conference. How Big of a Leap is the Right Size Leap: Preliminary Studies to New Proposals – Big or Small Leaps?. Indianapolis, IN, US.
- 2018. The Multidimensional Kidney Transplant Self-Management Scale Development and Psychometric Testing. Conference. The Multidimensional Kidney Transplant Self-Management Scale Development and Psychometric Testing. Cleveland, OH, US.
- 2017. Optimizing Health and Promoting Well-Being following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Optimizing Health and Promoting Well-Being following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Indianapolis, IN, US.
- 2017. Diversity in Biobehavioral Clinical Trials: Strategies to Improve Enrollment. Conference. Diversity in Biobehavioral Clinical Trials: Strategies to Improve Enrollment. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2016. Managing Fatigue. Conference. Managing Fatigue. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2016. Improving Quality of Life through Physical Activity and Exercise. Conference. Improving Quality of Life through Physical Activity and Exercise. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2016. The Effect of an Interprofessional Education Experience on Nursing Students’ and Medical Students’ Perceived Knowledge/Understanding of the Roles of Health Care Disciplines. Conference. The Effect of an Interprofessional Education Experience on Nursing Students’ and Medical Students’ Perceived Knowledge/Understanding of the Roles of Health Care Disciplines. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2016. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2016. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors. Conference. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors. Milwaukee, WI, US.
- 2016. Frailty Assessment Prior to Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Frailty Assessment Prior to Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Milwaukee, WI, US.
- 2016. Ultrasonic Measurement of the Rectus Femoris: Implications for Head of Bed Positioning. Conference. Ultrasonic Measurement of the Rectus Femoris: Implications for Head of Bed Positioning. Milwaukee, WI, US.
- 2016. The Effect of an Interprofessional Education Experience on Nursing Students’ and Medical Students’ Perceived Knowledge/Understanding of the Roles of Health Care Disciplines. Conference. The Effect of an Interprofessional Education Experience on Nursing Students’ and Medical Students’ Perceived Knowledge/Understanding of the Roles of Health Care Disciplines. Milwaukee, WI, US.
- 2015. The Effects of an Interpersonal Education Immersion Experience. Conference. The Effects of an Interpersonal Education Immersion Experience. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2015. Exercise Research Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Challenges and Opportunities. Conference. Exercise Research Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Challenges and Opportunities. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2014. Attrition and Adherence: Exercise following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Attrition and Adherence: Exercise following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. St Louis, MO, US.
- 2013. Sleep Interrupted: Nocturnal Care Disturbances following Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Conference. Sleep Interrupted: Nocturnal Care Disturbances following Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2013. Quality of Life following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Moving from Description to Intervention. Conference. Quality of Life following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Moving from Description to Intervention. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2013. Exercise to Improve Quality of Life in People with Cancer: Examining the Issues. Conference. Exercise to Improve Quality of Life in People with Cancer: Examining the Issues. Huntington, WV, US.
- 2011. Developing and Testing an Exercise Intervention for Use in People with Cancer. Conference. Developing and Testing an Exercise Intervention for Use in People with Cancer. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2010. Exercise in Patients receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy: Results from the Second Phase of Testing. Conference. Exercise in Patients receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy: Results from the Second Phase of Testing. Kansas City, MO, US.
- 2008. Evolution of an Exercise Intervention: Results from the First Phase of an Intervention Study in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Evolution of an Exercise Intervention: Results from the First Phase of an Intervention Study in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Indianapolis, IN, US.
- 2007. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2007. Fatigue and Physical Activity in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2007. Fatigue and Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Patients undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Patients undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Arlington Heights, IL, US.
- 2006. State of the Science: Use of Accelerometers. Conference. State of the Science: Use of Accelerometers. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2006. Quality of Life at the End of Life. Conference. Quality of Life at the End of Life. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2006. Tales from Successful Research Mentoring Relationship. Conference. Tales from Successful Research Mentoring Relationship. Milwaukee, WI, US.
- 2005. Fatigue and Physical Activity in Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity in Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2005. Fatigue and Physical Activity Before and Immediately after Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity Before and Immediately after Stem Cell Transplantation. Springfield, IL, US.
- 2005. Measurement of Physical Activity. Conference. Measurement of Physical Activity. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2004. Fatigue and Physical Activity Before and Immediately after Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity Before and Immediately after Stem Cell Transplantation. St Louis, MO, US.
- 2003. Quality of Life Issues in End-of-Life Care. Conference. Quality of Life Issues in End-of-Life Care. Chicago, IL, US.
- 1999. Quality of Life in Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Quality of Life in Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation. Northbrook, IL, US.
- 1994. Surgery as a Treatment Modality. Conference. Surgery as a Treatment Modality. Melrose Park, IL, US.
- 1992. Moderator - Fun in the Sun? Update on Skin Cancer. Conference. Moderator - Fun in the Sun? Update on Skin Cancer. Harvey, IL, US.
- 1991. Bone Marrow Transplantation. Conference. Bone Marrow Transplantation. Park Forest, IL, US.
- 1990. Moderator - Discharge Planning in the 90's. Conference. Moderator - Discharge Planning in the 90's. Harvey, IL, US.
- 1989. Overview of Cancer, Prevention and Early Detection, Cell Cycle, Chemotherapy: Use of Antineoplastic Agents and Gastro-Intestinal System. Conference. Overview of Cancer, Prevention and Early Detection, Cell Cycle, Chemotherapy: Use of Antineoplastic Agents and Gastro-Intestinal System. Chicago, IL, US.
- 1989. Cancer Pain Management. Conference. Cancer Pain Management. Oak Forest, IL, US.
- 1988. Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation. Conference. Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation. Chicago, IL, US.
- 1987. Essentials of Hematology. Conference. Essentials of Hematology. Oak Brook, IL, US.
National Presentations
- 2023. Activities of Daily Livig Recovery in Home Health Patients with Diabetes. Conference. Activities of Daily Livig Recovery in Home Health Patients with Diabetes. Tampa, FL, US.
- 2023. Creating a Culture of Scholarship: Reimagining Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice in a Comprehensive Cancer Center after COVID. Conference. Creating a Culture of Scholarship: Reimagining Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice in a Comprehensive Cancer Center after COVID. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2023. Creating a Culture of Scholarship: Reimagining Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice in a Comprehensive Cancer Center after COVID. Conference. Creating a Culture of Scholarship: Reimagining Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice in a Comprehensive Cancer Center after COVID. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2023. How Do Older Adults with Diabetes Receiving Home Health Care in the Community or Assisted Living Compare?. Conference. How Do Older Adults with Diabetes Receiving Home Health Care in the Community or Assisted Living Compare?. Des Moines, IN, US.
- 2022. The Impact of Covid-19 Illness Risk on Physical Activity During the Pandemic. Conference. The Impact of Covid-19 Illness Risk on Physical Activity During the Pandemic. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2022. Quality of Life Trends in People with Multiple Myeloma Treated with Autologous Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Conference. Quality of Life Trends in People with Multiple Myeloma Treated with Autologous Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Washington, DC, US.
- 2022. Adaptive or Pathological Fatigue in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Survivor?. Conference. Adaptive or Pathological Fatigue in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Survivor?. Anaheim, CA, US.
- 2022. Two Methods of Phenotypic Characterization of Adaptive versus Pathological Fatigue in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Survivors. Conference. Two Methods of Phenotypic Characterization of Adaptive versus Pathological Fatigue in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Survivors. Salt Lake City, UT, US.
- 2021. Parental Stressors, Coping, and Adaptation Related to the Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Experience: Perspectives from Parents and Nurses. Conference. Parental Stressors, Coping, and Adaptation Related to the Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Experience: Perspectives from Parents and Nurses. Virtual, US.
- 2021. Effect of Frailty and Exercise on Fatigue, Physical Activity, Functional Ability and Muscle Strength in Adult Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipients. Conference. Effect of Frailty and Exercise on Fatigue, Physical Activity, Functional Ability and Muscle Strength in Adult Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipients. Virtual, US.
- 2021. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Conference. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Virtual, US.
- 2021. Accelerating Aging: Considerations for Cellular Therapy and Transplantation. Conference. Accelerating Aging: Considerations for Cellular Therapy and Transplantation. Virtual, US.
- 2021. Frailty Status, Frailty Transitions, and Quality of Life after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Conference. Frailty Status, Frailty Transitions, and Quality of Life after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Virtual, US.
- 2020. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation for Multiple Myeloma. Conference. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation for Multiple Myeloma. Virtual, US.
- 2020. Impact of A Free-living Activity Intervention on Real-time Fatigue in People With Multiple Myeloma Treated with Autologous Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Conference. Impact of A Free-living Activity Intervention on Real-time Fatigue in People With Multiple Myeloma Treated with Autologous Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. San Francisco, CA, US.
- 2020. Transplant Physicians’ Attitudes on Candidacy for Allogeneic Hematopoietic cell Transplantation (HCT) in Older Patients: The Need for a Standardized Geriatric Assessment (GA) Tool. Conference. Transplant Physicians’ Attitudes on Candidacy for Allogeneic Hematopoietic cell Transplantation (HCT) in Older Patients: The Need for a Standardized Geriatric Assessment (GA) Tool. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2020. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Conference. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2019. Changing Grading Scales: Impact on Student Success. Conference. Changing Grading Scales: Impact on Student Success. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2019. The Future of Personalized Care: Exploring the Complexities of Precision Health. Conference. The Future of Personalized Care: Exploring the Complexities of Precision Health. Washington, DC, US.
- 2019. Racial Differences in Quality of Life in People Receiving Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Racial Differences in Quality of Life in People Receiving Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Houston, TX, US.
- 2018. Strategies to Improve Exercise Adherence in People with Hematological Malignancies. Conference. Strategies to Improve Exercise Adherence in People with Hematological Malignancies. Minneapolis, MN, US.
- 2018. Fraility Status and Quality of Life Outcomes Following Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Fraility Status and Quality of Life Outcomes Following Stem Cell Transplantation. Salt Lake City, UT, US.
- 2017. Strength Training following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Designing Interventions for Eventual Translation into Clinical Practice. Conference. Strength Training following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Designing Interventions for Eventual Translation into Clinical Practice. Denver, CO, US.
- 2017. Optimizing Health through Exercise Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Optimizing Health through Exercise Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Denver, CO, US.
- 2017. Total Marrow Irradiation Combined with High-Dose Melphalan for Patients with Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma: A Phase 1 Study. Conference. Total Marrow Irradiation Combined with High-Dose Melphalan for Patients with Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma: A Phase 1 Study. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2017. Frailty Status and Quality of Life Outcomes Following Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Frailty Status and Quality of Life Outcomes Following Stem Cell Transplantation. Salt Lake City, TX, US.
- 2017. State of the Science: Exercise to Optimize Health after Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. State of the Science: Exercise to Optimize Health after Stem Cell Transplantation. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2016. Evaluation of the Dynamic Relationship between Real-time Fatigue and Free-Living Physical Activity. Conference. Evaluation of the Dynamic Relationship between Real-time Fatigue and Free-Living Physical Activity. Washington, DC, US.
- 2016. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. San Francisco, CA, US.
- 2016. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Conference. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Washington, DC, US.
- 2016. Sleep Science in Older Adults with Cancer: Analysis of Knowledge Gaps and Research Priorities. Conference. Sleep Science in Older Adults with Cancer: Analysis of Knowledge Gaps and Research Priorities. Washington, DC, US.
- 2016. Impact of an IPE Immersion Experience on Undergraduate and Graduate Nursing Students and Third Year Medical Students. Conference. Impact of an IPE Immersion Experience on Undergraduate and Graduate Nursing Students and Third Year Medical Students. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2015. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: A Biobehavioral Perspective. Conference. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: A Biobehavioral Perspective. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2015. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: A Biobehavioral Perspective. Conference. Persistent Fatigue in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: A Biobehavioral Perspective. Orland, FL, US.
- 2014. Persistent Fatigue in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: Recruitment and Data Collection Feasibility for a High-Risk, Low-Volume Population. Conference. Persistent Fatigue in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Survivors: Recruitment and Data Collection Feasibility for a High-Risk, Low-Volume Population. Anaheim, CA, US.
- 2014. Methodological Issues in Exercise Studies: Attrition and adherence. Conference. Methodological Issues in Exercise Studies: Attrition and adherence. Grapevine, TX, US.
- 2013. Sleep Interrupted: Nocturnal Care Disturbances following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Sleep Interrupted: Nocturnal Care Disturbances following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Salt Lake City, UT, US.
- 2012. Sleep Disturbances during Hospitalization following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Sleep Disturbances during Hospitalization following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2011. Validation of the Kidney Disease Quality of Life 36 (KDQOL-36). Conference. Validation of the Kidney Disease Quality of Life 36 (KDQOL-36). Las Vegas, NV, US.
- 2011. U.S. Spanish and English Versions in a Cohort of Hispanics with Chronic Kidney Disease. Conference. U.S. Spanish and English Versions in a Cohort of Hispanics with Chronic Kidney Disease. Las Vegas, NV, US.
- 2010. Strength Training Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Strength Training Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Bethesda, MD, US.
- 2010. Strength Training Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Strength Training Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Washington, DC, US.
- 2010. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Atlanta, GA, US.
- 2010. Using Technology to Assess Quality of Life Outcomes in People with Cancer. Conference. Using Technology to Assess Quality of Life Outcomes in People with Cancer. Atlanta, GA, US.
- 2009. Attrition and Adherence to Exercise in Studies Involving People with Cancer. Conference. Attrition and Adherence to Exercise in Studies Involving People with Cancer. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2008. Quality of Life and Exercise: Strengthening the Connections. Conference. Quality of Life and Exercise: Strengthening the Connections. Seattle, WA, US.
- 2008. Exercise in People Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy: Results from a Feasibility Study. Conference. Exercise in People Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy: Results from a Feasibility Study. Washington, DC, US.
- 2008. Exercise in People with Cancer Receiving Intensive Therapy: Results from a Feasibility Study. Conference. Exercise in People with Cancer Receiving Intensive Therapy: Results from a Feasibility Study. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2007. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Exercise in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Hollywood, CA, US.
- 2007. Ecological Momentary Assessment of Fatigue in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Conference. Ecological Momentary Assessment of Fatigue in Patients Receiving Intensive Cancer Therapy. Hollywood, CA, US.
- 2006. Fatigue and Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Patients undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Conference. Fatigue and Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Patients undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Washington, DC, US.
- 2006. Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors: Comparisons regarding the General Population, Ethnicity, and Urban vs. Suburban Neighborhoods. Conference. Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors: Comparisons regarding the General Population, Ethnicity, and Urban vs. Suburban Neighborhoods. Boston, MA, US.
- 2006. Changes in Physical Activity: From Hospital to Home. Conference. Changes in Physical Activity: From Hospital to Home. Boston, MA, US.
- 2005. Evaluating Fatigue and Physical Activity Outcomes: Using Technology to Enhance Subject Compliance and Reduce Subject Burden. Conference. Evaluating Fatigue and Physical Activity Outcomes: Using Technology to Enhance Subject Compliance and Reduce Subject Burden. Amelia Island, FL, US.
- 2005. The Time is Now: Ecological Momentary Assessment of Fatigue. Conference. The Time is Now: Ecological Momentary Assessment of Fatigue. Fort Lauderdale, FL, US.
- 2004. Fatigue, Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Conference. Fatigue, Physical Activity, Health Status, and Quality of Life in Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Anaheim, CA, US.
- 2003. Quality of Life Immediately Following a Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant. Conference. Quality of Life Immediately Following a Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2003. Quantitative Measurement of Quality of Life in the Adult Bone Marrow Transplant/Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant Patient: A Decade in Review. Conference. Quantitative Measurement of Quality of Life in the Adult Bone Marrow Transplant/Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant Patient: A Decade in Review. San Diego, CA, US.
- 1987. Stomatitis in Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Patients. Conference. Stomatitis in Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Patients. Chicago, IL, US.
International Presentations
- 2017. Exercise Interventions to Manage Fatigue in Gynecological Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review. Conference. Exercise Interventions to Manage Fatigue in Gynecological Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review, AE.
- 2017. Fatigue and Fatigability Following Intensive Cancer Therapy: Conceptual and Methodological Considerations. Conference. Fatigue and Fatigability Following Intensive Cancer Therapy: Conceptual and Methodological Considerations. Coleraine, GB.
- 2016. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Conference. Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery Following Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Montreal, CA.
- 2012. Sleep Patterns and Nocturnal Disturbances in Hospitalized Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Conference. Sleep Patterns and Nocturnal Disturbances in Hospitalized Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Brisbane, AU.
Formal Peers
- 2015. Diversifying your research portfolio. Invited, US.
- 2007. Fatigue and physical activity in patients receiving intensive cancer therapy. Invited, US.
- 2006. State of the science: Use of accelerometers. Invited, US.
- 2006. Quality of life at the end of life. Invited, US.
- 2005. Fatigue and physical Activity in stem cell transplant patients. Invited, US.
- 2005. Measurement of physical activity. Invited, US.
Grant & Contract Support
| Date: | 2024 - 2025 |
| Title: | A Virtual, Group-based Expressive Writing Intervention for Adolescents and Young Adult Cancer Survivors |
| Funding Source: | National Cancer Institute |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2024 - 2025 |
| Title: | Opiophobia in Postsurgical Adults with Cancer |
| Funding Source: | Sigma Theta Tau, International, Rosemary Berkel Crisp Research |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2024 - Present |
| Title: | A Retrospective Electronic Health Record Review of Opioid Waste Among Patient with Cancer |
| Funding Source: | The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| Role: | Co-PI |
| Date: | 2023 - 2025 |
| Title: | Feasibilty of Measuring Real-Time Fatigue and Physical Activity in Assisted Living Residents with Diverse Level of Physical Function |
| Funding Source: | Midwest Nursing Research Society Foundation |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2023 - 2025 |
| Title: | Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Oncology Nursing |
| Funding Source: | Argyros Family Foundation |
| Role: | Director |
| Date: | 2022 - 2023 |
| Title: | Factors Influencing Chanfes in Disability Outcomes and Transfers to Nursing Home Among Assisted Living Residents with Diabetes |
| Funding Source: | 2022 Barbara Resnick Health Promotion Award from GAPNA |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2022 - 2023 |
| Title: | Feasibilty of Measuring Real-Time Fatigue and Physical Activity in Assisted Living Residents with Diverse Level of Physical Function |
| Funding Source: | Sigma Theta Tau International, Alpha Chapter |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2022 - 2024 |
| Title: | Auricular Point Acupressure to Manage Chemotherapy Induced Neuropathy |
| Funding Source: | NIH/NCI |
| Role: | Co-I |
| ID: | R01CA245054 |
| Date: | 2022 - 2023 |
| Title: | Factors Influencing Changes in Disability Outcomes and Transfers to Nursing Home Among Assisted Living Residents with Diabetes |
| Funding Source: | 2022 Barbara Resnick Health Promotion Award from the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association Foundation |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2021 - 2022 |
| Title: | Optimizing Community Engagement and Nursing Education through Health Screenings in Rural Communities |
| Funding Source: | Center for Rural Engagement, Indiana University |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2020 - 2022 |
| Title: | Predictors of COVI-19 Self-Management and Quality of Life among US Adults |
| Funding Source: | Center for Enhancing Quality of Life in Chronic Illness, Indiana University School of Nursing |
| Role: | Collaborator |
| Date: | 2020 - 2021 |
| Title: | Phenotypic Characterization of Persistent Fatigue in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Survivors |
| Funding Source: | Center for Enhancing Quality of Life in Chronic Illness, Indiana University School of Nursing |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2019 - 2020 |
| Title: | Supporting Families through the Acute Phase of the Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Experience |
| Funding Source: | Society of Pediatric Nurses |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2019 - 2022 |
| Title: | Music Therapy for the Treatment of Cispltin Induced Tinnitus in Patients with Relapsed Germ Cell Cancer (rGCC) |
| Funding Source: | Indiana University Simon Cancer Center |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2018 - 2020 |
| Title: | Supporting Families through the Acute Phase of the Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Experience |
| Funding Source: | Daisy Foundation Grant |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2018 - 2023 |
| Title: | Longitudinal Cohort Study of the Effect of an E-Health Support Program on Patient Reported Outcomes of Women with Breast Cancer |
| Funding Source: | Genentech |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2018 - 2023 |
| Title: | The Effect of an E-Health Coaching Program on Patient Reported Outcomes of Men with Prostate Cancer |
| Funding Source: | Astellas |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2017 - 2019 |
| Title: | Steps to Enhance Physical Activity after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Mu |
| Funding Source: | Indiana University Health Simon Cancer Center |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2016 - 2021 |
| Title: | Precision Health Initiative |
| Funding Source: | Indiana University's Grand Challenges Inititative |
| Role: | Co-I |
| Date: | 2016 - 2023 |
| Title: | Randomized Control Trial of the Effect of an E-Health Support Program on Patient Reported Outcomes of Women Newly Diagnosed with Breast Cancer |
| Funding Source: | Genentech |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2015 - 2016 |
| Title: | STEPS to Enhance Early Recovery (STEPS) after Stem Cell Transplantation |
| Funding Source: | University of Illnois at Chicago, College of Nursing |
| Role: | PI |
| Date: | 2013 - 2016 |
| Title: | Strength Training to Enhance Early Recovery after Stem Cell Transplantation |
| Funding Source: | American Cancer Society (ACS) |
| Role: | PI |
| ID: | RSG-13-054-01-PCSM |
Selected Publications
Peer-Reviewed Articles
- Webster-Dekker KE, Lu Y, Hacker E. Real-Time Fatigue and Physical Activity of Older Adults in Assisted Living: Feasibility of Ecological Momentary Assessment. West J Nurs Res 47(8):742-750, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 40459329.
- Hacker ED. The Intersection of Nursing Research and AI: Data, Education, and Outcomes - Observations from the 49th Annual Research Conference. West J Nurs Res:1939459251358559, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 40643215.
- Alsbrook, KE, Thomas, TH, Devito Dabbs, A, Diego, EJ, Scott, PW, Hacker, E, Wesmiller, S. Associations Among Self-Advocacy, Patient-Centered Communication, Pain Intensity, and Opioid Stigma in Older Adult Female Breast Cancer Survivors. Oncology nursing forum 52(3):168-178, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 40293931.
- Tlusty GC, Berger AM, Bhatt VR, Hacker ED, Noble JM, Alonso WW. Factors Associated With Physical Activity During Hospitalization for Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and After Discharge: A Pilot Study. Cancer Nurs, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 40111055.
- Webster-Dekker, KE, Lu, Y, Perkins, S, Ellis, J, Gates, M, Otis, L, Winton, R, Hacker, E. Factors associated with change in activities of daily living performance in home health care patients with diabetes. Geriatric Nursing 59:543-548, 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 39153463.
- Hacker ED, Forbes S, Martinez A, Fadol A, Vaughn J, Shelton V, Dains J. Consensus Building to Identify Nursing Research Priorities Among Oncology Nurses: A Delphi Study in a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Cancer Nurs, 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 38830057.
- Maqbali, MA, Alsayed, A, Hughes, C, Hacker, E, Dickens, GL. Stress, anxiety, depression and sleep disturbance among healthcare professional during the COVID-19 pandemic. PloS one 19(5 May), 2024. e-Pub 2024. PMID: 38722888.
- Webster-Dekker KE, Hacker ED, Perkins SM, Chang PS, Ellis J, Winton R, Otis L, Gates M, Lu Y. Risk factors for inpatient facility admission among home health care patients with diabetes. Nurs Outlook 71(6):102050, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37757614.
- Wall SA, Olin R, Bhatt V, Chhabra S, Munshi P, Hacker ED, Hashmi S, Hassel H, Howard D, Jayani R, Lin R, McCurdy S, Mishra A, Murthy H, Popat U, Wood W, Rosko AE, Artz A. The Transplantation Ecosystem: A New Concept to Improve Access and Outcomes for Older Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Patients. Transplant Cell Ther 29(10):632.e1-632.e10, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37137442.
- Hacker ED. Reflections From the 47th Annual Research Conference. Leading the Way: The Critical Importance of Nursing Science and Implementation in a New Era. West J Nurs Res 45(9):862-863, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37545121.
- Adeola M, Buckwalter K, Hacker ED. Pearls of Wisdom for Developing a Mentor/Mentee Relationship: Notes from the Midwest Nursing Research Society's Leadership Academy. West J Nurs Res 45(6):581-583, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37114971.
- Chung SY, Bakas T, Rawl SM, Welch J, Jones J, Ellis R, Hacker ED. The Kidney Transplant Self-Management Scale: Instrument Development and Psychometric Testing. West J Nurs Res 45(1):1939459211072368, 2023. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35148648.
- Wierenga KL, Perkins SM, Forster AK, Alwine J, Ofner S, Mulkey MA, Hacker ED, Pressler SJ, Moore SE. Impact of risk for severe COVID-19 illness on physical activity during the pandemic. Heart Lung 61:84-91, 2023. e-Pub 2023. PMID: 37187106.
- Hacker ED. MNRS News. West J Nurs Res 44(12):1939459221129438, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 36226655.
- Hacker ED. MNRS News. West J Nurs Res 44(10):987-988, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 36112786.
- Hacker ED, Richards RL, Abu Zaid M. STEPS to enhance physical activity after hematopoietic cell transplantation for multiple myeloma. Cancer Nurs 45(3):211-223, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 34560708.
- Hacker ED, Richards RL, Abu Zaid M, Chung SY, Perkins S, Farag SS. STEPS to Enhance Physical Activity After Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation for Multiple Myeloma. Cancer Nurs 45(3):211-223, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 34560708.
- Melnyk BM, Hsieh AP, Tan A, Gawlik KS, Hacker ED, Ferrell D, Simpson V, Burda C, Hagerty B, Scott LD, Holt JM, Gampetro P, Farag A, Glogocheski S, Badzek L. The state of mental health and healthy lifestyle behaviors in nursing, medicine and health sciences faculty and students at Big 10 universities with implications for action. J Prof Nurs 37(6):1167-1174, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 34887036.
- Wierenga KL, Moore SE, Pressler SJ, Hacker ED, Perkins SM. Associations among COVID-19 perceptions, anxiety, and depressive symptoms among adults living in the United States. Nurs Outlook 69(5):755-766, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33894985.
- Mishra A, Preussler JM, Bhatt VR, Bredeson C, Chhabra S, D'Souza A, Dahi PB, Hacker ED, Gowda L, Hashmi SK, Howard DS, Jakubowski A, Jayani R, Koll T, Lin RJ, Olin RL, Popat UR, Rodriguez C, Rosko A, Sabloff M, Sorror ML, Sung AD, Ustun C, Wood WA, Burns L, Artz A. Breaking the age barrier: Physicians' perceptions on candidacy for allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation in older adults. Transplant Cell Ther 27(7):617.e1-617.e7, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33836312.
- Al Maqbali M, Hughes C, Rankin J, Dunwoody L, Hacker E, Gracey J. Fatigue and sleep disturbance in Arabic cancer patients following completion of therapy: Prevalence, correlates, and association with quality of life. Cancer Nurs 44(5):378-387, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 32427634.
- Al Maqbali, M, Gracey, J, Dunwoody, L, Rankin, J, Hacker, E, Hughes, C. Healthcare professionals knowledge on cancer-related fatigue. Nursing and Health Sciences 22(3):732-740, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32270899.
- Pickler RH, Abshire DA, Chao AM, Chlan LL, Stanfill AG, Hacker ED, Kawar LN, McCarthy AM, Talsma A. Nursing Science and COVID-19. Nurs Outlook 68(5):685-688, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32980083.
- Al Maqbali, M, Hughes, C, Gracey, J, Rankin, J, Dunwoody, L, Hacker, E. Validation of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) with Arabic cancer patients. Sleep and Biological Rhythms 18(3):217-223, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Al Maqbali M, Hughes C, Gracey J, Rankin J, Hacker E. Validation of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) with Arabic cancer patients. Sleep and Biological Rhythms July(18):217-223, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Al Maqbali, M, Hughes, C, Gracey, J, Rankin, J, Hacker, E, Dunwoody, L. Psychometric Properties of the Arabic Version of the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illnesses Therapy–Fatigue in Arabic Cancer Patients. Journal of pain and symptom management 59(1):130-138.e2, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31647976.
- Al Maqbali M, Hughes C, Gracey J, Rankin J, Hacker ED, Dunwoody L. Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illnesses Therapy-Fatigue (FACIT-F) in Arabic cancer patients. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 3164797.
- Chung SY, Hacker ED, Rawl S, Ellis R, Bakas T, Jones J, Welch J. Using Facebook in recruiting kidney transplant recipients for a REDCap study. West J Nurs Res 41(12):1790-1812, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30836840.
- Hacker, E. Physical Activity and Exercise Adherence in People With Hematologic Malignancies. Journal for Nurse Practitioners 15(8):568-573, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
- Hacker ED, McCarthy AM, DeVon H. Precision Health: Emerging Science for Nursing Research. Nurs Outlook 67(4):287-289, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31277896.
- Hacker ED. Physical activity and exercise adherence in people with hematologic malignancies. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners 15(8):568-573, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
- Hacker ED. Physical activity and exercise after hematopoietic cell transplantation: Just keep on moving. Asia Pac J Oncol Nurs 6(1):1-3, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30599007.
- Patel P, Oh AL, Koshy M, Sweiss K, Saraf SL, Quigley JG, Khan I, Mahmud N, Hacker E, Ozer H, Peace DJ, Weichselbaum RR, Aydogan B, Rondelli D. A phase 1 trial of autologous stem cell transplantation conditioned with melphalan 200mg/m2 and total marrow irradiation (TMI) in patients with relapsed/ refractory multiple myeloma. Leuk Lymphoma 59(7):1666-1671, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29065747.
- Hacker ED, Peters T, Patel P, Rondelli D. Steps to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: Lessons learned from a physical activity feasibility study. Clin Nurse Spec 32(3):152-162, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29621110.
- Peters T, Erdmann R, Hacker ED. Attrition, compliance, adherence, and progression in an exercise study following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Clin J Oncol Nurs 22(1):97-103, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 29350710.
- Hacker ED, Kim I, Park C, Peters T. Real-time fatigue and free-living physical activity in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation cancer survivors and healthy controls: A preliminary examination of the temporal, dynamic relationship. Cancer Nurs 40(4):259-268, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27922918.
- Hacker ED, Fink AM, Peters T, Park C, Fantuzzi G, Rondelli D. Persistent fatigue in hematopoietic stem cell transplant survivors. Cancer Nurs 40(3):174-183, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27333126.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Park C, Peters T, Patel P, Rondelli D. Strength training to enhance early recovery (STEER) following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant 23(4):659-669, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 28042020.
- Erlen JA, Hacker ED. Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science. Introduction to presentations of distinction. Nursing Outlook 65(1):128-129, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Patel B, Hacker E, Murks CM, Ryan CJ. Interdisciplinary pain education: Moving from silos to collaborative practice. Clin J Oncol Nurs 20(6):636-643, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 27857265.
- Hacker ED, Peters T, Garkova M. Ultrasound assessment of the rectus femoris cross-sectional area: Subject position implications. West J Nurs Res 38(9):1221-30, 2016. e-Pub 2016. PMID: 27090872.
- Piano MR, Diegel-Vacek LJ, Hacker E. From the trenches: Please send help. Nurs Outlook 63(4):388-9, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26187077.
- Hacker ED, Kapella MC, Park C, Ferrans CE, Larson JL. Sleep patterns during hospitalization following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Oncol Nurs Forum 42(4):371-9, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26148316.
- Hacker ED, Diegel-Vacek L, Piano MR. Is it time to re-examine the pipeline for APN practice?. Nurs Outlook 63(4):386-7, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26187076.
- Hacker E, Kapella, M, Park C, Ferrans C, Larson J. Sleep disturbances during hospitalization following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Oncology Nursing Forum 42:371-379, 2015. e-Pub 2015.
- Saengsiri AO, Hacker ED. Conducting quality of life research in Thailand: Conceptual and operational issues. J Cardiovasc Nurs 30(1):74-84, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 24365869.
- Saengsiri A, Hacker ED. Conducting quality of life research in Thailand: Conceptual and operational issues. Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, 2015. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 24365869.
- Breitenbach K, Epstein-Reeves M, Hacker E, Corte C, Piano MR. Alcohol use assessment in young adult cancer survivors. Oncol Nurs Forum 41(5):517-22, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 25082503.
- Martyn-Nemeth P, Quinn L, Hacker E, Park H, Kujath AS. Diabetes distress, fear of hypoglycemia, and eating behaviors among women with Type 1 Diabetes. Acta Diabetol 51(4):683-6, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24615054.
- Sherry D, Knight BP, Casey C, Larson J, Hacker ED, Quinn LT, Wang E, Collins EG. A pilot study evaluating daily physical activity before and after cardiac resynchronization therapy. Biol Res Nurs 16(1):31-7, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 23539670.
- Hacker ED, Zimmerman S, Burgener SC. Measurement of quality of life outcomes. Res Gerontol Nurs 7(1):7-12, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24477296.
- Hacker ED, Patel P, Stainthorpe M. Sleep interrupted: Nocturnal care disturbances following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Clin J Oncol Nurs 17(5):517-23, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 24080050.
- Ryan CJ, Choi H, Fritschi C, Hershberger PE, Vincent CV, Hacker ED, Zerwic JJ, Norr K, Park H, Tastan S, Keenan GM, Finnegan L, Zhao Z, Gallo AM, Wilkie DJ. Challenges and solutions for using informatics in research. West J Nurs Res 35(6):722-41, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23475591.
- Ricardo AC, Hacker E, Lora CM, Ackerson L, DeSalvo KB, Go A, Kusek JW, Nessel L, Ojo A, Townsend RR, Xie D, Ferrans CE, Lash JP, Investigators C. Validation of the Kidney Disease Quality of Life 36 (KDQOL-36TM) U.S. Spanish and English Versions in a cohort of Hispanics with chronic kidney disease. Ethn Dis 23(2):202-9, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23530302.
- Fritschi C, Quinn L, Hacker ED, Penckofer SM, Wang E, Foreman M, Ferrans CE. Fatigue in women with Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes Educ 38(5):662-72, 2012. e-Pub 2012. PMID: 22713262.
- Ligibel JA, Meyerhardt J, Pierce JP, Najita J, Shockro L, Campbell N, Newman VA, Barbier L, Hacker E, Wood M, Marshall J, Paskett E, Shapiro C. Impact of a telephone-based physical activity intervention upon exercise behaviors and fitness in a cooperative group setting. Breast Cancer Res Treat 132(1):205-13, 2012. e-Pub 2012. PMID: 22113257.
- Hacker ED, Larson J, Kujath A, Peace D, Rondelli D, Gaston L. Strength training following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Cancer Nurs 34(3):238-49, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21116175.
- Hacker ED, Larson JL, Peace D. Exercise in people receiving a hematopoietic stem cell transplant: Lessons learned and results from a feasibility study. Oncol Nurs Forum 38(2):216-23, 2011. e-Pub 2011. PMID: 21356659.
- Hill KK, Hacker ED. Helping cancer patients prepare for hospice. Clin J Oncol Nurs 14(2):180-8, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20350891.
- Covey MK, Berry JK, Hacker ED. Regional body composition: Cross-calibration of DXA scanners; QDR4500W and Discovery Wi. Obesity (Silver Spring) 18(3):632-7, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 19960003.
- Hacker ED. Technology and quality of life outcomes. Semin Oncol Nurs 26(1):47-58, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20152578.
- Hacker E. Strengthening the connections. Clin J Oncol Nurs 13(1):31-9, 2009. e-Pub 2009. PMID: 19193547.
- Covey MK, Smith DL, Berry JK, Hacker ED. Importance of cross-calibration when replacing DXA scanners: QDR4500W and Discovery Wi. J Nurs Meas 16(3):155-70, 2008. e-Pub 2008. PMID: 19886469.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans CE. Ecological momentary assessment of fatigue in patients receiving intensive cancer therapy. J Pain Symptom Manage 33(3):267-75, 2007. e-Pub 2007. PMID: 17349496.
- Danaher EH, Ferrans C, Verlen E, Ravandi F, van Besien K, Gelms J, Dieterle N. Fatigue and physical activity in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant. Oncol Nurs Forum 33(3):614-24, 2006. e-Pub 2006. PMID: 16676017.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans CE. Quality of life immediately following a peripheral blood stem cell transplant. Cancer Nurs 26(4):312-22, 2003. e-Pub 2003. PMID: 12886122.
Review Articles
- Alsbrook KE, Hacker ED. Defining and Measuring Opiophobia: A Systematic Review. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 22(4):e70065, 2025. e-Pub 2025. PMID: 40739679.
- Sleight A, Gerber LH, Marshall TF, Livinski A, Alfano CM, Harrington S, Flores AM, Virani A, Hu X, Mitchell SA, Varedi M, Eden M, Hayek S, Reigle B, Kerkman A, Neves R, Jablonoski K, Hacker ED, Sun V, Newman R, McDonnell KK, L'Hotta A, Schoenhals A, Dpt NLS. Systematic Review of Functional Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 103(9):1807-1826, 2022. e-Pub 2022. PMID: 35104445.
- Al Maqbali M, Gracey J, Rankin J, Dunwoody L, Hacker E, Hughes C. Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric properties of quality-of-life scales for Arabic-speaking adults: A systematic review. Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J 20(2):e125-e137, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32655904.
- Al Maqbali M, Dunwoody L, Rankin J, Hacker E, Hughes C, Gracey J. Psychometric properties and cultural adaptation of sleep disturbance measures in Arabic-speaking populations: A systematic review. J Sleep Res 29(1):e12877, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 31180174.
- Al Maqbali M, Hughes C, Gracey J, Rankin J, Dunwoody L, Hacker E. Quality assessment criteria: Psychometric properties of measurement tools for cancer related fatigue. Acta Oncol 58(9):1286-1297, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 31204538.
- Hacker, E. Physical activity and exercise after hematopoietic cell transplantation. Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing 6(1):1-3, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
- Maqbali M, Hughes C, Dunwoody L, Rankin JP, Hacker ED, Gracey J. Exercise interventions to manage fatigue in gynecological cancer patients: A systematic review. Oncol Nurs Forum 46(1):71-82, 2019. e-Pub 2019. PMID: 30547952.
- Matthews EE, Hacker ED, Otte JL, Dean GE. Agenda for sleep research in older adults with cancer: A conference report. Cancer Nurs 41(2):109-116, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 28045699.
- Kim I, Hacker E, Ferrans CE, Horswill C, Park C, Kapella M. Evaluation of fatigability measurement: Integrative review. Geriatr Nurs 39(1):39-47, 2018. e-Pub 2018. PMID: 28666548.
- Hacker ED, Mjukian M. Attrition and adherence: Exercise following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Eur J Oncol Nurs 18(2):175-82, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24275209.
- Anderson NJ, Hacker ED. Fatigue in women receiving intraperitoneal chemotherapy for ovarian cancer: A review of contributing factors. Clin J Oncol Nurs 12(3):445-54, 2008. e-Pub 2008. PMID: 18515243.
- Albaugh J, Hacker ED. Measurement of quality of life in men with prostate cancer. Clin J Oncol Nurs 12(1):81-6, 2008. e-Pub 2008. PMID: 18258577.
- Green JM, Hacker ED. Chemotherapy in the geriatric population. Clin J Oncol Nurs 8(6):591-7, 2004. e-Pub 2004. PMID: 15637954.
- Hacker ED. Quantitative measurement of quality of life in adult patients undergoing bone marrow transplant or peripheral blood stem cell transplant: a decade in review. Oncol Nurs Forum 30(4):613-29, 2003. e-Pub 2003. PMID: 12861322.
Professional Educational Materials
- Hacker E. Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy, 2017.
- Hacker ED, Macris PC Dickens R. Wellness: Keeping Healthy. In Graft versus Host Disease: Understanding & Living with the After Effects of Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant, 2015.
- Hacker E. Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy, 2012.
- Hacker E. Access device guidelines: Recommendations for nursing practice and education, 2004.
Other Articles
- Hacker, E Nursing Science on the Eve of the Midwest Nursing Research Society’s 50th Annual Research Conference. Western Journal of Nursing Research 47(6):555-556, 2025. PMID: 40326512.
- Hacker, E Expanding the Midwest Nursing Research Society’s Membership Along with Enhancing Engagement to Foster Successful Organizational Outcomes. Western Journal of Nursing Research 47(3):200-201, 2025. PMID: 39723639.
- Hacker, E Leading Nursing Research in the Future. Western Journal of Nursing Research 46(12):1002-1003, 2024. PMID: 39344106.
- Fink, AM, Smith, P, Hansen, DM, Smith, AB, Abuhammad, S, Baker, J, Hacker, E Update on Collaborative Initiatives in the Midwest Nursing Research Society’s Strategic Plan. Western Journal of Nursing Research 46(9):738-739, 2024. PMID: 39058289.
- Von Ah, D, Topp, R, Hacker, E Financial Matters. Western Journal of Nursing Research 46(6):483-484, 2024. PMID: 38519898.
- Tucker, S, Buckwalter, K, Hacker, E The Midwest Nursing Research Society’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. Western Journal of Nursing Research 46(3):256-257, 2024. PMID: 38197413.
- Hacker, E, Mjukian, M Corrigendum to 'Review of attrition and adherence in exercise studies following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation' Eur. J. Oncol. Nurs. 18 (2014) 175-182. European Journal of Oncology Nursing 18(4):443, 2014.
- Hacker ED Physical activity, exercise, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. CCONS Update, 2012.
Abstracts
- Hacker ED, Richards RL Chung SY. Impact of a free-living activity intervention on real-time fatigue in people with multiple myeloma treated with hematopoietic cell transplantation. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Mishra A, Preussler JM, Al-Mansour Z, Bachanova Bhatt VR, Bredeson C, Chhabra S, D'Souza A, Dahi PB, DeFlipp Z, Gowda L, Hacker ED, Hashmi SK, Howard DS, Jakubowski AA, Jayani R, Johnston L, Koll T, Lin RJ, McCurdy SR Michaelis LC, Muffy L, Nathwani N, Ollin RL, Popat UR, Rodriquez C, Rosko A, Runaas L, Sabloff M, Shore TB, Shune L, Sorror ML, Sung AD, Ustun C, Wood W, Burns LJ, Artz AS. Transplant physicians’ attitudes on candidacy for allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) in older patients: The need for a standardized geriatric assessment (GA) tooll. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Hacker ED, Richards RL, Abu Zaid M, Chung SY, Perkins S, Farag S. STEPS to enhance physical activity after hematopoietic cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Hacker ED. Racial differences in quality of life in people receiving hematopoietic cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Peters T, Park C. Frailty status and quality of life outcomes following stem cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2018. e-Pub 2018.
- Hacker ED. State of the science: Exercise to optimize health after stem cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Patel PR, Oh A, Koshy M, Sweiss K, Saraf S, Quigley J, Khan I, Mahmud N, Hacker ED, Ozer H, Peace D, Weichselbaum RR, Avdogan B, Rondelli D. Total marrow irradiation combined with high-dose melphalan for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma: A Phase 1 study. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Hacker ED, Peters T, Erdmann R, Collins E. Designing interventions for eventual translation into clinical practice. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Patel PR, Oh AL, Koshy M, Aydogan B, Sweiss K, Quigley JG, Saraf SL, Khan I, Hacker ED, Mahmud N, Peace DJ, Ozer H, Windhorst J, Weichselnaum RR, Rondelli D. A Phase 1 study of total marrow irradiation combined with high-dose melphalan for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma. Blood, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Park C, Peters T, Rondelli D. Strength training to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Park C, Peters T, Rondelli D. Strength training to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: A randomize controlled trial. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Park C, Peters T, Rondelli D. Strength training to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. American Society of Clinical Oncology, University Meeting Library, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Hacker ED, Collins E, Park C, Peters T, Rondelli D. Strength training to enhance early recovery after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Hacker ED, Fink A, Peters T, Park C, Fantuzzi G, Rondelli D. Persistent fatigue in stem cell transplant survivors: A biobehavioral perspective. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2015. e-Pub 2015.
- Hacker ED, Mjukian M. Methodological issues in exercise adherence studies: Attrition and adherence. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2014. e-Pub 2014.
- Hacker ED, Patel P, Stainthorpe M. Sleep interrupted: Nocturnal care disturbances following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2013. e-Pub 2013.
- Hacker ED, Larson JLL, Ferrans CE. Sleep disturbances during hospitalization following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Quinn L, Hacker E, Parlk H, Martyn-Nemeth P, Kujath A. Quality of life and eating behaviors in type 1 diabetes. Diabetes, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
- Ricardo AC, Hacker E, Lora CM, Ackerson L, DeSalvo KB, Go A, Kusek J, Narva A, Nessel L, Ojo A, Townsend R, Xie D, Welliver B, Ferrans CE, Lash JP. U.S. Spanish and English Versions in Hispanics with Chronic Kidney Disease. American Journal of Kidney Diseases, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
- Hacker, ED. Attrition and adherence to exercise in studies involving people with cancer. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2009. e-Pub 2009.
- Hacker ED, Larson J, Peace D. Exercise in patients receiving intensive cancer therapy: Results from a feasibility study. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C. Ecological momentary assessment of fatigue. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2007. e-Pub 2007.
- Hacker E, Larson J, Peace D, Van Besien K. Exercise in patients receiving intensive cancer therapy. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2007. e-Pub 2007.
- Ferrans C, Hacker ED, Masino K, Mickle M, Dobogai L, Bonner G, Wangsrikhun S. Quality of life of breast cancer survivors: General population, ethnicity, and urban vs. suburban neighborhood comparisons. Quality of Life Research, 2007. e-Pub 2007.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C. Changes in physical activity: From hospital to home. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
- Ferrans C, Hacker E, Masino K, Dobogai L, Mickle M. Quality of life of breast cancer survivors: Comparisons with the general population, ethnicity, and urban vs. suburban neighborhoods. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2006. e-Pub 2006.
- Hacker, ED. The time is now: Ecological momentary assessment of fatigue. Oncology Nursing Forum, 2005. e-Pub 2005.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C, Verlen E, Ravandi F, Van Besien K. Fatigue, physical activity, health status, and quality of life in stem cell transplant patients, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C, Verlen E, Ravandi F, Van Besien K. Fatigue and physical activity before and immediately after stem cell transplantation. Proceedings of the 28th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Conference, 2004. e-Pub 2004.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C. Quality of life immediately following a peripheral blood stem cell transplant. Conference Proceeding of the 7th National Conference on Cancer Nursing Research, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
- Hacker ED. Quantitative measurement of quality of life in the adult bone marrow transplant/peripheral blood stem cell transplant patient: A decade in review. Conference Proceedings of the 7th National Conference on Cancer Nursing Research, 2003. e-Pub 2003.
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Book Chapters
- Hacker E, Gaston L, Lauer K, Sorenson M. Disorders of white blood cells. In: Pathophysiology: Concepts of Human Disease, 2019.
- Ferrans CC, Hacker E. Quality of life as an outcome of cancer care. In: Cancer Nursing: Principles and Practice. 8th, 2018.
- Hacker, E, Ferrans, C. Quality of life issues in research and clinical practice, 801-834, 2013.
- Hacker ED, Ferrans C. Quality of life issues in research and clinical practice. In: Head & Neck Cancer: Current Perspectives, Advances, and Challenges, 801-834, 2013.
- Ferrans C, Hacker E. Quality of life immediately following peripheral blood stem cell transplantation. In: Cancer Nursing: Principles and Practice, 312-322, 2010.
- Hacker E, Ferrans C, Verlen E, Ravandi F, van Besien K, Gelms J, Dieterle N. Fatigue and physical activity in patients receiving hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. In: Oncology Nursing Forum. 3, 614-624, 2006.
- Hacker E, Ferrans C. Ecological momentary assessment of fatigue in patients receiving intensive cancer therapy. In: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. 3, 267-275, 2006.
- Hacker E, Ferrans C. Quality of life immediately following peripheral blood stem cell transplantation. In: Cancer Nursing. 4, 312-322, 2003.
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