Kathryn R. Dalton
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Dr. Kathryn R. Dalton is a translational researcher whose work bridges environmental health, veterinary medicine, and human well-being. Her primary research areas include the health impacts of human-animal interactions, environmental exposures in healthcare settings, and the development of innovative rehabilitation technologies. Dr. Dalton is perhaps best known for her pioneering work on the microbiome of hospital environments, particularly her studies examining how therapy dogs and their handlers affect bacterial contamination in pediatric wards—research that has informed infection control protocols worldwide. Her most cited paper, a 2023 protocol on robotic gait training for children with cerebral palsy, has already garnered 7 citations, reflecting the growing interest in her interdisciplinary approach. Beyond her published work, Dr. Dalton has been recognized for her leadership in One Health initiatives, earning early-career awards from the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future. Her research has been featured in major media outlets, and she regularly advises hospitals on integrating animal-assisted interventions while maintaining rigorous safety standards.
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