As part of one of America’s leading public research institutions on a campus including seven health sciences colleges, our experts are dismantling disparities, championing environments that allow all people to thrive and finding the best tools to prevent disease and support long, healthy lives.


Signature research

From reducing harm from tobacco and vaping to increasing access to screenings that lead to speedy identification and treatment for cancer, our researchers are national leaders in tackling today’s greatest public health challenges.

 

 
Arbor Quist
Assistant Professor
Epidemiology

“Environmental disasters, including floods and large chemical releases, harm populations in unpredictable and long-lasting ways, with marginalized populations often suffering the most. In my work, I partner with communities to understand how disasters affect acute and chronic health and to generate the evidence base to inform policies and solutions.”


Public health science

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Ohio State and Michigan scholars launch research network

Experts discussed challenges in regulating emerging technologies in first event
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Researchers: Targeted efforts needed to stem fentanyl crisis

Study details high death tolls, economic loss in some states
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How to treat opioid use disorder in health systems

Study details successful Ohio State effort
 
 

Researcher resources

The Office of Research supports the research needs of faculty and staff from grants and contracts management to professional development and training that elevate research practices in the College of Public Health.

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