How researchers can influence policy today
A Q&A with policy expert Ross Brownson
Building connections between public health, business is focus of panel led by WashU and WHO
2-day international dialogue featured WashU public health, business deans
Refugees define success on their own terms, study finds
Refugees resettled in the U.S. often define success in ways that go far beyond economic self-sufficiency.
Health Design & Impact Lab launched at SPH
Lab promotes the use of design approaches to improve health services.
WashU Public Health Conference to focus on health system performance
The 2025 Public Health Conference will be the first time the gathering is led by the School of Public Health.
Study reveals widening heart disease disparities in the US
Wealthy, educated Americans face far fewer health risks.
WashU launches FARM to drive food system transformation
Leading agricultural scientist Morven McLean named inaugural director.
Galea named vice provost for interdisciplinary initiatives
Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, has been named WashU’s vice provost for interdisciplinary initiatives.
Researchers to study health impact of changes to school lunch, breakfast programs
Grant to help understand how schools respond to changes in policy guiding school lunch and breakfast programs.
A new era in public health at WashU
Events Jan. 29 and 30 featured a lecture as part of WashU’s Assembly Series and a formal installation ceremony honoring those who have laid the foundation for the new School of Public Health.