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Epidemiology
Epidemiology
When the answer is "We don't know," we get to work.
Detect and prevent illness and injury with an epidemiology degree
Epidemiologists uncover clues, discover patterns and use science to improve population health.
Epidemiologists discover how and why diseases and injuries occur in different groups of people, and how best to prepare for and reduce the impact on human health from timely public health threats such as natural disasters and climate change.
Epidemiology is foundational to public health and can help shape policy decisions, as well as improve clinical and medical research and preventive care.
Epidemiology program news and stories
The College of Health at Oregon State University is accelerating research innovation with a strategic focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, AI applications, and translating discoveries into real-world health solutions that benefit communities most in need.
$3.8M NIH study uses AI monitors to map pollen and mold exposure, helping predict COPD flare-ups and improve care for millions living with lung disease.
Students compared Marit Bovbjerg's open access epidemiology text to "Gordis Epidemiology," a widely known and used introduction to epidemiology textbook written by award-winning educator Leon Gordis.
First U.S. study of its kind by OSU researchers finds Portland noise exceeds EPA and WHO guidelines, with loudest areas affecting low-income and non-white neighborhoods disproportionately.
His successful application, titled "Investigating Radon’s Role in the Incidence and Mortality of Central Nervous System and Other Non-Pulmonary Cancers," will support his research in this area.
New OSU-led study finds planned home births are as safe as birth center births for low-risk pregnancies, challenging traditional views and prompting calls for better hospital transfer experiences.
Accreditation
Our BS, MPH and PhD Public Health programs are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. This distinction ensures your education meets the nationally-agreed-upon standards developed by public health academics and practitioners.