Dean of Students Prof. Batya Engel-Yeger (Department of Occupational Therapy), is set to receive the A. Jean Ayres research award for her groundbreaking research in sensory processing disorders. Her research sheds light on their connections to psychiatric, immunological, and neurological conditions. As the first non-U.S. scholar to receive this accolade, Prof. Engel-Yeger’s global impact emphasizes the significance of sensory processing in health professions. Her advocacy for practical tools that mirror real-life function enhances health and quality of life. The A. Jean Ayres Award annually recognizes individuals for advancing occupational therapy theory.