Faculty Results

A woman sleeps in her bedroom.

Sleep 101: Why sleep is so important to your health

By Erica Jansen

What is sleep and how is it related to our overall health? How much sleep do we need? When should the school day begin? Nutritional sciences researcher Erica Jansen talks about sleep, nutrition, mental health, and how to catch more ZZZs.

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We need public health storytelling now more than ever

By William D. Lopez

William Lopez, clinical associate professor at Michigan Public Health, highlights the vital role of storytelling in restoring trust and driving change, presenting stories written by his students to communicate key public health issues.

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Love raw cookie dough? Don't make it, buy it!

By Brian Zikmund-Fisher

Public health professor Brian Zikmund-Fisher breaks down the risks from raw eggs and flour in homemade dough—and explains why store-bought "ready to eat" options are now his go-to for satisfying cravings more safely.

Five images in a collage: Construction workers wearing safety gear, a scientists looks into a microscope, a person fills a glass with tap water, a person buckles a seatbelt, a father prepares fruits and veggies with his child.

Saving lives with public health research

By John Meeker

John Meeker, senior associate dean for research, reflects on the transformative impact of public health research: saving lives, improving the health of communities, creating opportunities for the next generation of scientists, and supporting the Michigan economy.

Darrell Hudson

Remembering my why

By Darrell Hudson

At a time when grants are being defunded and equity-focused offices are being eliminated, health equity researcher Darrell Hudson reflects on the “why” behind his work.