
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 student chases passion for women’s health

Master’s student explores nutritional epidemiology in second act

BSPH-MPH student focused on racism as a public health issue
Division faculty

“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.”
Latest news

CPH research sheds light on emergency cardiac care

Singh receives Early Career Distinguished Scholar Award
