Behind the Research: Modeling the Impact of COVID-19 in India
Max Salvatore, MPH '17
Max Salvatore's recent work with the University of Michigan School of Public Health has helped model the impact of COVID-19 on India's population.
Epidemiology
Engaging and Empowering Vulnerable Communities for Climate Change Action
Marie O'Neill
Marie O’Neill, professor of Epidemiology and Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, uses this idea as a basis for her long-standing research on environmental and occupational exposures—and how they affect human health. We spoke to Marie to learn more about her research and community-based work.
Essential "I Do's": Epidemiology Alums Marry in Hospital During Pandemic
Jen Andonian, MPH ‘15 and Matt Shearer, MPH ‘14
Two epidemiology alums found love here on campus while earning their master’s degrees. When their wedding plans are interrupted by a global pandemic, their community of health colleagues help them get married in a unique ceremony fit for these hardworking frontline heroes.
That Idea Stinks: Trust, Honesty, and the Importance of Team Science in Preventing Disease
Carl F. Marrs
Team science requires a lot of grit, says epidemiologist Carl Marrs. Collaborators have to trust each other enough to be straightforward and honest about their projects. Straight truth isn’t always easy on our emotions, but it is good for science. Science is a challenging endeavor, and the incredible teamwork led by Marrs and others means better health for all of us.
Serving, Leading, and Healing: Odysseys through the Desert and Beyond
Matthew L. Boulton
From the open desert of rural Nevada to locations across the globe, Matt Boulton's commitment to public health at all levels and his willingness to serve in a variety of contexts have kept him focused on the most meaningful things.
Helping Communities Make Effective Change
Marcus McKay Jr.
See what led Master of Public Health student Marcus McKay Jr to pursue an education and career in epidemiology.