Section of Epidemiology and Population Sciences

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Section Highlights

The Section of Epidemiology and Population Sciences advances high-quality research to understand how diseases emerge, who is most at risk, and how evidence can improve the health of individuals and communities.
Faculty bring together expertise in genetics, cancer epidemiology, nutrition, quantitative biology, health psychology, and related disciplines to address complex public health challenges and inform clinical practice and policy.
The section continues to expand its research impact through major federally funded initiatives, including multi-million-dollar NIH, NCI, and CPRIT-supported studies focused on cancer prevention, progression, genetics, and population health.
A strong culture of collaboration and academic excellence is reflected in faculty leadership appointments, promotions, nationally recognized awards, and invitations to present at leading scientific conferences around the world.
Through its Grand Rounds series, educational outreach, and mentorship of students and trainees, the section fosters interdisciplinary collaboration while preparing the next generation of epidemiology and population sciences researchers.
Guided by a commitment to rigorous science, innovation, and community engagement, the section translates research discoveries into meaningful advances that improve public health outcomes.

Current Studies

RESPOND Prostate Cancer Study

We're collaborating with the National Cancer Institute, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and other institutions across the United States to investigate prostate cancer in African American men.