The Brown University School of Public Health stands at the forefront of groundbreaking research, spearheading vital initiatives that will shape the future of the field of public health. At the heart of the school’s academic focus lies its commitment to improving population health for all by addressing issues like disorders of aging, environmental health, infectious disease outbreaks and maternal and child health.
Research
With a growing number of research centers and institutes, our school serves as a hub of innovation and collaboration, bringing together brilliant minds to tackle today’s most pressing public health challenges.
Research
With a growing number of research centers and institutes, our school serves as a hub of innovation and collaboration, bringing together brilliant minds to tackle today’s most pressing public health challenges.
Collaboration is really at the heart of our work—at the School of Public Health, our research is a collaborative effort between behavioral scientists, data scientists, policy analysts, students, clinicians, and many other diverse stakeholders at Brown and beyond. We come to the field of public health because we want to improve the health of people in our community and throughout the world, and every successful public health intervention is built upon a foundation of rigorous research.
Associate Dean for Research
The immense impact of the school's research efforts is evident in its impressive achievements. With nearly 700 peer-reviewed publications, our faculty members contribute invaluable knowledge to the scientific community, influencing policies and practices that shape public health. Additionally, our researchers have been awarded nearly $100 million in research grants, a testament to their expertise and the significance of their work.
Centers, Institutes, and Labs
With over $55 million in annual external funding, we rank among the top ten schools of public health for NIH funding. Our nationally-renowned research centers and institutes focus training and research on key areas that affect population health.
Centers, Institutes, and Labs
Areas of Research
Our students and faculty work on key areas impacting public health, including HIV/AIDS, addiction, health systems analysis, pandemic preparedness, aging and environmental health.
Areas of Research
Postdoctoral Training
The School of Public Health has two types of postdoctoral appointments, Postdoctoral Research Associates and Postdoctoral Fellows.
Postdoctoral Training
Recent Research News
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April 28, 2025
News from Brown
U.S. maternal deaths doubled during COVID-19 pandemic, among other findings in new study
Public health researchers untangle two decades of maternal mortality data and finds that while early increases were driven by reporting changes, real increases followed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 8, 2025
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Research showcase celebrates the innovation and ideas of Brown public health students
National Public Health Week offered students at Brown’s School of Public Health the opportunity to discuss the impact of their research projects and learn about the work of others.
April 2, 2025
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Even the richest Americans face shorter lifespans than their European counterparts, study finds
A study by researchers at the Brown University School of Public Health found that Americans have poorer survival rates than Europeans across all wealth levels and detailed factors driving the disparity.