Signature research areas

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.
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Reproductive and sexual health

Our sexual and reproductive health experts are committed to preventing disease, preserving access to care and enhancing the lives of people throughout the world.
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Substance use and addiction

The college's nationally recognized substance use and addiction experts are focused on reducing harm and contributing to policies that prevent disease and save lives.
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Health disparities

CPH faculty and student researchers are passionate about understanding the ways health threats disproportionately harm certain populations and drive health inequity.
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Cancer prevention

Our team of esteemed experts are committed to lowering the incidences of cancer, enhancing early detection and treatment, and understanding and eliminating cancer disparities.
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Health policy

The college's health policy researchers deliver the evidence decision makers need to drive policies that improve health and well-being.
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Environmental and global health

Our environmental and global health researchers are focused on the complex interactions between our environment and health, and are finding solutions to eliminate health threats worldwide.
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Infectious diseases

Our team of nationally recognized infectious disease experts are committed to early identification and prevention of contagious diseases.
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