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UB professor co-authors introductory textbook in public health
11/20/24
“Schneider’s Introduction to Public Health: Seventh Edition,” co-authored by a UB faculty member, will be the first glimpse many students have into the world of public health, providing them with an important foundation and acting as the stepping point for their journey in the field.
Childhood obesity researcher receives early-career award
11/18/24
Katherine Balantekin, assistant professor in the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, School of Public Health and Health Professions, has won the inaugural Alison Field Early-Career Award for Excellence in Research in Pediatric Obesity from the Pediatric Obesity Section of The Obesity Society, the leading professional society focused on obesity science, treatment and prevention.
UB team receives grant to study hospital complications in children with special health care needs
11/18/24
Researchers will interview parents and caregivers to learn about their experiences.
Mendola recognized with prestigious ACE award
10/29/24
Pauline Mendola, chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, School of Public Health and Health Professions, was honored recently with the Distinguished Service Award from the American College of Epidemiology (ACE). This prestigious award recognizes Mendola’s exceptional contributions and dedication to the organization; the recipient is chosen by the group’s executive committee.
Gene named for mythical Irish land could aid muscle function after traumatic nerve injuries
10/24/24
Research study could lead to new therapies for people who suffer nerve injuries following auto accidents, gunshots.
Researchers show why cannabis policies should shift to a harm reduction, health promotion approach
10/23/24
A paper published today explains why there needs to be a shift in cannabis policies to a public health approach as opposed to the prevailing, more punitive approach that pushes abstinence instead of public education.
Study: For long COVID, lithium aspartate at low doses is ineffective, but higher doses may be promising
10/2/24
At low doses, lithium aspartate is ineffective in treating the fatigue and brain fog that is often a persistent feature of long COVID.
Firsthand experience with White House internship
10/2/24
UB doctoral student Michelle Goulette worked on a publication on opioid resettlement lawsuits in the Office of National Drug Control Policy.
SPHHP professor emeritus to receive distinguished alumni award
9/30/24
Gary Giovino, PhD, SUNY Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, will be recognized on Thurs., Oct. 17, with the Distinguished Alumni Award for the School of Public Health and Health Professions.
SPHHP postdoctoral researcher first place winner at research symposium
9/30/24
Yohane Phiri, PhD, a postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, won first place at the 14th Annual Postdoctoral Scholars Research Symposium, hosted by UB's Graduate School's Office of Postdoctoral Scholars.

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