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Department of Biostatistics and Data Science Celebrates 55 Years of Excellence

This fall, the Department of Biostatistics and Data Science at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health proudly marked its 55th anniversary. Since its establishment in 1969 as the Division of Biometry, the department has been a cornerstone of academic innovation and collaboration in the evolution of biostatistics and data science

Researchers identify association between economic disadvantages with diabetes and elevated body weight

Researchers identify association between economic disadvantages with diabetes and elevated body weight

The study revealed that despite successful improvements and interventions in EDDC in Mexico, increases in body weight, leading to increased rates of obesity and diabetes are observed among older adults.   

Augusto César Ferreira De Moraes, PhD

Adequate sleep significantly reduces the risk of hypertension in adolescents, according to new study

Adolescents who met the recommended guidelines of nine-11 hours of sleep per day were shown to have a significantly lower risk of hypertension, according to a new study from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.  

kevin lanza

Lanza Selected as Author on Sixth National Climate Assessment

Assistant Professor Kevin Lanza, PhD, has been selected as an author for the Southern Great Plains chapter of the Sixth National Climate Assessment (NCA6). The NCA6 publication, a government-funded report, will analyze the impacts of climate change to be presented to Congress and the president.

Department of Biostatistics and Data Science Celebrates 55 Years of Excellence

Group photo at the Department Biostatistics and Data Science alumni reception.

December 9, 2024

This fall, the Department of Biostatistics and Data Science at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health proudly marked its 55th anniversary. Since its establishment in 1969 as the Division of Biometry, the department has been a cornerstone of academic innovation and collaboration in the evolution of biostatistics and data science








Alumna's Pursuit to Bridge Finance and Health Delivery Gaps

Alumna's Pursuit to Bridge Finance and Health Delivery Gaps

October 21, 2024

Senior Fellow in Health Policy at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy, and UTHealth Houston School of Public Health alumna, Elena M. Marks, JD, MPH serves as a leading voice at the intersection of policy and health care, where she has spent her career working to help Americans navigate the complex health care system, a passion she pursues through research and advocacy.


Gyawu selected as 2025 Sharma Fellow

Shreela Sharma, PhD, RDN, LD; Rebecca Gyawu, MSc; Ru-Jye

October 2, 2024

Rebecca Gyawu, MSc, third-year PhD student, was awarded the Shreela and Vibhu Sharma Endowment for Excellence in Community Nutrition, Climate Health, and Sustainability. "This opportunity will allow me to apply theoretical knowledge from my coursework in a practical setting, collaborate with experienced mentors, and contribute to meaningful projects." 


Engaging the Young Cancer Community

Engaging the Young Cancer Community

September 27, 2024

Researchers and community advisory board members from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health’s Adolescent and Young Adult Scholarship, Training, and Research Lab (AYA STAR Lab) led a general session at CancerCon, a conference dedicated to helping young cancer survivors navigate their experiences and foster community.



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