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Center Faculty & Staff Presentations at the APHA Annual Meeting & Expo 2026

Published: October 15, 2026

The Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living is proud to showcase more than 50 presentations at the APHA Annual Meeting & Expo 2026 in San Antonio. Dell Center faculty and staff will share research and best practices across a wide range of public health topics, highlighting the Center’s commitment to improving health and well-being through research, partnerships, and evidence-based action.

The Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living had a strong presence at several national and international conferences during Fall 2026, including the ISPAH Congress, IDWSDS 2026, and the SOPHE Advocacy Summit, where faculty, staff, and students shared research and expertise across public health, data science, physical activity, and health

View the full list of Center Faculty & Staff Presentations at APHA 2026 (PDF)

Center Faculty & Staff Presentations at the APHA Annual Meeting & Expo 2026

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