Kristen Mitchell

Meet Ashleigh LoVette, assistant professor of health behavior and health promotion, who is focused on supporting young people facing adversity as a community-engaged scholar.

LoVette shared how she discovered her passion for public health, the moments that make her most proud, and an overarching question that guides her research. 

Darryl B. Hood, professor of environmental health sciences, received a new grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support research analyzing the impact of climate change-related chemical and non-chemical stressor exposures on the health outcomes of Columbus residents.

A train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio captured national attention earlier this month when a toxic chemical release and massive fire forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes. Residents have been able to return, but questions remain about the incident’s lasting impact on the environment and human health.

Experts from the College of Public Health discuss the public health concerns that need to be addressed now and for years to come.

The College of Public Health recently awarded $150,000 in seed funding to support two new projects focused on documenting and addressing racism and violent extremism.

Assistant professors Ahmad El Hellani and Min-Ae Song from the Division of Environmental Health Sciences received $74,962 for their study assessing the impact of a national ban on menthol cigarettes on tobacco-related health disparities in African American smokers.

A group of students from the Public Health Student Leadership Council (PHSLC) developed a digital cookbook of healthy and accessible recipes—a free resource for those cooking at home on a budget.

Students from the council’s advocacy committee launched the project earlier this year to address food insecurity in Columbus. After months of development and outreach with local food pantries, the cookbook is now available online.

Associate Professor Abigail Shoben is an expert biostatistician and a lover of dogs. Through a research partnership with the Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center, she found a way to unite those passions.  

Paul Matherny didn’t plan to commit his life to public health — he was called to it. A long-time community activist, his dedication to helping people experiencing life at the intersection of sexual and domestic violence, incarceration and addiction is deeply personal.

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned 49 years of precedent in June when it ruled against federal abortion protections, creating an uncertain and ever-shifting legal environment for pregnant people and abortion care providers.