Epidemiology

The Division of Epidemiology studies the distribution, frequency and causes of diseases and other health conditions. We advocate for the health and well-being of all people.

Our work examines the role and patterns of the social determinants of health and their intrinsic ties to health outcomes. Faculty have expertise in teaching, training and mentoring the next generation of epidemiologists to assess population health, identify risk factors for disease and other conditions, and develop and test novel approaches to disease prevention and control.

Academic programs

PhD Epidemiology
Become an expert as you gain the advanced knowledge required to quantify the relationship between exposure and disease, along with how intervention can reduce risk.
MPH Epidemiology
Whether it is a virus, cancer or racial disparities, gain the advanced knowledge required to quantify the relationship between exposure and disease, along with how intervention can reduce risk.

MS Epidemiology
Track the natural history of disease through its frequency, distribution and causes as you learn epidemiological methods to grow your knowledge and skills.
MPH Veterinary Public Health
The MPH in veterinary public health is developing the next generation of professionals with the education and skills to address animal-to-human infectious diseases, such as COVID-19.
MPH Clinical Translational Science
Learn how to apply epidemiology, biostatistics, law, ethics and other public health knowledge to work in health care settings.

Research expertise

Global health

Sexual and reproductive health

Cancer epidemiology

Infectious disease

Tobacco control

Psychiatric epidemiology

Childhood obesity

Cerebrovascular disease

Student engagement in research

Epidemiology at Ohio State opens the doors to vast research and learning opportunities. Our students and faculty are engaged in dynamic, innovative research that makes a difference in the community and beyond. This work informs policy decisions regarding public health and health equity. Partnerships and collaborations with local and global communities, among seven health sciences colleges at Ohio State, and across the university — including with programs such as sociology, psychology and design — provide ample opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways.

Student experience

MPH, Epidemiology

Division faculty

Alison Norris, MD, PhD

Chair

“We are an energetic, motivated and collaborative team of faculty, staff and students committed to improving the population’s health. Our work touches people’s lives from Ohio to Malawi to Vietnam in areas such as tobacco use, cancer prevention, reproductive health, social determinants of health and many others. If you are interested in epidemiology – as a student, research collaborator or potential future faculty member — reach out to us. We welcome your engagement in our community.”

Sarah E. Anderson, PhD

Professor