Interdisciplinary MPH student bridges environmental health, toxicology and medical research

Zach Kowash, an MPH student in environmental and occupational Health, presented research at the Society of Toxicology (SOT) conference examining cadmium-induced molecular mechanisms related to Alzheimer’s disease.

Conducted in the laboratory of Dr. Julia Cui, head of OSU’s Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology, the work highlights the interdisciplinary nature of the College of Health's graduate programs and the close collaboration between environmental and occupational health and toxicology.

Zach's academic pathway, combining public health with a minor in toxicology, reflects the MPH program’s emphasis on translational research and real-world impact. His research experience and academic excellence position him for future training in medicine and biomedical research, reinforcing the College of Health's commitment to preparing the next generation of leaders in environmental health sciences.