Sherry Pagoto

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Sherry Pagoto PhD
Sherry Pagoto
NationalityAmerican
Alma materWestern Michigan University, University of Illinois at Chicago
Known forResearch on behavioral medicine, obesity, and digital health
Scientific career
FieldsClinical psychology
InstitutionsUniversity of Connecticut



Sherry Pagoto is an American clinical psychologist and a professor at the University of Connecticut. She is known for her research in the fields of behavioral medicine, obesity, and digital health.

Education[edit | edit source]

Pagoto received her undergraduate degree from Western Michigan University and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Career[edit | edit source]

Pagoto is a professor in the Department of Allied Health Sciences at the University of Connecticut. She is also the Director of the UConn Center for mHealth and Social Media. Her research primarily focuses on the development and evaluation of behavioral interventions for obesity and chronic diseases, with a particular interest in the use of digital health technologies.

Research[edit | edit source]

Pagoto's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of how digital tools can be used to promote health behavior change. She has conducted numerous studies on the effectiveness of mobile apps, social media, and other digital platforms in supporting weight loss and other health-related behaviors. Her work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating insights from psychology, medicine, and technology.

Publications[edit | edit source]

Pagoto has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to behavioral medicine, obesity, and digital health. Her work is widely cited and has influenced both academic research and clinical practice.

Professional Affiliations[edit | edit source]

Pagoto is a member of several professional organizations, including the Society of Behavioral Medicine and the American Psychological Association. She has also served on various editorial boards and grant review panels.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout her career, Pagoto has received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of behavioral medicine and clinical psychology.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD