Dr. Kader Tekkas Kerman is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). She earned her Ph.D. in Nursing Science from UC Irvine, where she focused on advancing health research. Her academic work emphasizes health equity, maternal health, and community engagement, aiming to improve outcomes for underserved populations. She also integrates AI and technology into nursing practice and education, bridging innovation with patient care.