The Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy and Economics has released a new policy brief that explores health insurance coverage for persons living in rural and urban areas in Missouri, with comparisons to national averages during the 2021 to 2023 period after Medicaid expansion was implemented. The comparisons reveal a few key findings: This is the third […]
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Center’s latest policy brief on MO Medicaid enrollment outlines implications for state budget
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Public Health Faculty Scholars receive Confluence awards
WashU researchers, including public health experts from all over WashU and their community partners received recognition at the annual William H. Danforth St. Louis Confluence Award Showcase presented by the Confluence Collaborative for Community-Engaged Research, Teaching and Practice.
Center issues health policy update on work status among Missouri Medicaid recipients
The Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy & Economics Research has released a new policy brief that describes the characteristics of Medicaid recipients, including work status, in Missouri and the U.S – important context for the current policy debate about potential work requirements for Medicaid recipients. The policy brief highlights that roughly two-thirds of Missouri’s […]
Center awards funding to strengthen community-academic research (Links to an external site)
Two Global Health Center collaborators work to reduce health risks in pregnant women here and in Nigeria
Two Global Health Center collaborators are working to help at-risk pregnant women in Nigeria. Read about their work.
Public Health experts see a way forward for Africa, despite U.S. funding cuts (Links to an external site)
WashU Public Health Conference to focus on health system performance (Links to an external site)
Center releases Medicaid policy recommendations for non-emergency medical transportation
Written by Mo Farrell, LMSW, Manager, Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy & Economics Research Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) is a vital Medicaid benefit, as many Missouri residents rely on it to access the health care they need. This was the topic of Transforming Healthcare in Missouri, Part IX – presented by WashU’s Center for […]
Center announces pilot funding for four community-engagement projects
The Center for Community Health Partnership and Research is pleased to announce pilot funding for four community engagement projects. Awards are provided through the Clinical and Translational Research Funding Program of the Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences. Project teams are awarded $50,000 in funding during a 12-month period for community-engaged research activities. The Clear Path Project: Optimizing […]
Call for nominations: Center seeks 2025 Enola Proctor Lecturer
The Center for Dissemination and Implementation seeks nominations for the next lecturer for the 2025 Enola Proctor Lecture. The annual lecture takes place at the Dissemination and Implementation Bootcamp presented at WashU in the fall. Nominees for the 2025 Enola Proctor lecturer must: The nomination deadline is April 1 by 11:59 p.m. CST. Two different nominations […]
Center for Aging presents 24th Annual Friedman Lecture & Awards, April 4
During the past two decades, research on Blue ZonesTM has helped to identify how the world’s longest living populations achieve better health and vitality. On April 4, the Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging presents its 24th annual Friedman Lecture and Awards event. Keynote lecturer, Kimberly C. Porter, transformations director for Blue Zones, will present, Blueprint for Longevity: […]
Update: Missouri Medicaid agency’s efforts to improve maternal and infant health
Hundreds of maternal and infant health thought leaders from across Missouri gathered to build connections at The Uplift Connection’s 2025 Maternal & Infant Health Convening. One of the convening’s two plenary sessions featured Abigail R. Barker, PhD, who provided updates on the state Medicaid agency’s efforts in maternal and infant health.
Inaugural dean officially installed for new School of Public Health
Two days of lectures, presentations and celebrations marked the official installation of Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, the inaugural Margaret C. Ryan Dean of the School of Public Health and the Eugene S. and Constance Kahn Distinguished Professor in Public Health. Both days honored Galea and those who have set the foundation for the first new […]
Center co-director to speak during Civic Action Week, Feb. 17-23
Bernard Becker Professor, Timothy McBride, PhD, co-director of the Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy and Economics Research will speak on “Translating Research to Policy”. Civic Action Week is a series of civic engagement opportunities throughout WashU during which student groups, faculty, staff, and community partners will host events and other opportunities to engage On […]
Save the Dates: 2025 Global Health Annual Conference & Poster Session
On April 30 and May 1, join the WashU Global Health Center at the 2025 Global Health Annual Conference, “Global Health at WashU: Focus on Impact”. Global health faculty, students and community partners will convene to explore the impact of WashU research on global health. A collaboration between the Global Health Center; WashU’s strategic plan, Here and Next; […]
Call for Proposals: Center offers pilot funding
Apply for pilot funding from the Center for Dissemination and Implementation. Read about it here.
Public Health Faculty Scholars honored
Compiled by Kim Furlow, communication programs manager, Institute for Public Health Interdisciplinary WashU Public Health Faculty Scholars engage daily in innovative public health research, practice, advocacy and education at the university, in and around the St. Louis region, and across the globe. The following are the most recent awards and honors amplifying that work. Global […]
Researchers Hammond and Shields receive awards, opportunities to expand research
Two center collaborators receive awards and opportunities to expand their research. Read more about them.
Brownson, Proctor, and Powell named to 2024 highly cited researchers list (Links to an external site)
Ross Brownson, Enola Proctor, and Byron Powell—all highly respected leaders in Dissemination & Implementation at WashU, have been recognized on the Highly Cited Researchers 2024 list by Clarivate, an analytics company.
Midwest D-CFAR hosts Partners 4 Health contest
Join Institute for Public Health partner, the Midwest Developmental Center for AIDS Research (Midwest D-CFAR) in the mission to end the HIV epidemic in the Midwest. Midwest D-CFAR invites passionate individuals and teams—from academic or non-academic backgrounds—to share their bold ideas for creating a future free of HIV through the strength of partnerships. The following forms of submissions are welcome: […]
A public health crisis: Newly published study assesses firearm reinjury among children
WashU researchers including public health experts, have published a study on St. Louis children who experience nonfatal firearm injury.
A kinder, gentler HIV care experience: Study focuses on person-centered care
WashU infectious disease experts and their Zambian colleagues have a study published in Lancet HIV journal that shows the many benefits of person-centered care.
Center awards seed grants to projects in human rights, gender and migration
The Center for Human Rights, Gender & Migration has awarded three seed grants to projects that benefit marginalized families.
Center publishes recommendations for lowering state’s high maternal mortality rate
The Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy & Economic Development has published recommendations for ways in which Missouri can lower the high maternal and infant mortality rates.
2024 Public Health Conference offers expertise on innovative technologies, workforce development
Read about the 2024 Public Health at WashU Annual Conference: The Next Era of Public Health!
New Midwest Developmental Center for AIDS Research launches with focus on Implementation Science
The Center for Dissemination and Implementation has launched the Midwest Developmental Center for AIDS Research (D-CFAR), uniting researchers to address the HIV epidemic. This center is the first of its kind in the Midwest and part of a national network of 20 NIH-funded centers.
2024 Dissemination & Implementation Institute opens minds, connects researchers
The 2024 D&I Institute hosted researchers from the U.S. Asia, Africa, Mexico and other nations for personalized consultations with IS experts, and more.
Public Health Faculty Scholars engage with WashU’s PRC to “Create Healthier Futures” (Links to an external site)
Many public health faculty scholars who collaborate with the Institute for Public Health also engage with WashU’s Prevention Research Center, one of the 20 such academic centers across the country addressing unique public health challenges in underserved areas.
Public Health Faculty Scholars & center leaders highlight impact from COVID-19 Biorepository (Links to an external site)
Register for the 2024 Public Health at WashU Annual Conference, Oct. 21-22
One of WashU’s most popular annual events is just ahead! Read more about the 2024 Public Health at WashU Annual Conference, The Next Era of Public Health!
Straight talk: Upcoming series aims to help bridge the gap between Black communities and researchers
Get ready for some straight talk about community-academic research as Da Hood Talks takes over the next three Collaborative Cafe events for candid conversations and discoveries!
Missing Peace Scholar Summer Workshop highlights expertise in research on conflict-related sexual violence
The Center for Human Rights, Gender & Migration staff recaps their time at a workshop for Missing Peace Scholars, where the aim is to highlight top research on conflict-related sexual violence.
Local collaboration key to effective evidence-based training, study finds (Links to an external site)
Public Health Faculty Scholar, Stephanie Mazzuca-Ragan, assistant professor at the Brown School leads a study showing the value of collaborating with local health departments to deliver training in evidence-based public health.
Dean designate Galea to present vision for WashU’s planned School of Public Health (Links to an external site)
Galea named editor of JAMA Health Forum (Links to an external site)
Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, dean designate of WashU’s planned School of Public Health has been named editor in chief of JAMA Health Forum, effective Jan. 1.
Center releases policy brief on key findings on MO health insurance coverage, 2008-23
In a new policy brief reviews the impact of MO Medicaid expansion on the state’s insured and resulting changes to the economy and policy.
Focus groups help researchers learn how older people experience ageism
Find out more about a new study that reflects older adults’ experiences with ageism.
SPOTLIGHT: Center collaborator helps others implement, sustain evidence-based work
Public Health Faculty Scholar, Rebecca Lengnick-Hall helps teams and individuals better understand connections between an organization and the broader system environment.
Center co-directors spotlighted on issues in aging
Read some of the recent articles and blog posts on ageism and age diversity on campus that feature the co-directors of the Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging.
Save the Date(s) & Register: 2024 Public Health at WashU Annual Conference!
Mark your calendars for one of the most popular events of the year!
SPOTLIGHT! Center collaborator uses machine learning to improve how we look at firearm injury data
Rachel Ancona is helping change the way we view and understand data about firearm injuries. Learn more about her work and engagement with the Public Health Data & Training Center.
United for Change: Collaborating to Address LGBTQ+ Migrant and Asylum Seeker Needs
WashU human rights experts including those from the Center for Human Rights, Gender & Migration recently jointly hosted a two-day summit in Mexico to address the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ migrants and asylum seekers.
Institute presents 14th annual conference, Oct. 27
According to a 2020 poll, “More than 7 in 10 Americans believe public health plays an important role in the health of their community.” As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, how do we recognize the value of public health for the future? How do we prepare our public health infrastructure for future emergencies? Can we strengthen […]
Call for Proposals! Center seeks projects aimed at reducing cancer disparities
Apply to pitch an idea or to attend the Sept. 26 Pitch Partners event on Cancer Research!
Reimagining public health: a path forward (Links to an external site)
There is optimism among public health professionals — in both red and blue states — according to research conducted by Ross C. Brownson, the Steven H. and Susan U. Lipstein Distinguished Professor at the Brown School and a WashU Public Health Faculty Scholar.
Center director helps publish new journal supplement on HIV research advancements
Center for Dissemination & Implementation Director, Elvin Geng, MD has co-led a journal supplement on HIV advances and research.
Midwest Center for AIDS Research to help end regional HIV epidemic (Links to an external site)
One of our own center directors has been tapped to lead a new HIV research center for the Midwest. Find out more about Elvin Geng and team’s plans for the new Midwest Center for AIDS Research.
Maternal health matters, locally and globally
Learn more about perspectives on maternal health in Missouri from a student in the Summer Research Program – Public & Global Health Track.
Center hosts Asylum Support Initiative information session, seeks WashU health care volunteers
The Center for Human Rights, Gender & Migration seeks WashU volunteers to conduct forensic evaluations for the Asylum Support Initiative. Get involved!