Signature Research Areas
College of Health
In the new strategic plan for 2025 -2030, Health and Well-Being for All, faculty in the College of Health (COH) established three Signature Research Areas. These areas leverage faculty expertise; align with the university’s strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared; and build opportunities for distinction.
Environmental Impacts on Human Health
Our researchers address environmental health disparities, climate change impacts, and pollution effects on communities, with a focus on developing evidence-informed solutions.
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Our researchers are addressing major health challenges through prevention strategies, policy development, and interventions that improve quality of life across diverse populations.
Health and Well-being of Children and Youth
Our researchers study how social policies, families, and communities impact child development and youth health outcomes, with focus on equity, disability access, and risk prevention.
During this period, we will prioritize investments in these signature areas and advance research and generate innovative discoveries to improve health and well-being for all.
Members of the Steering Committee for the Signature Research Areas will lead a process to shape the vision, strategies, and directions of the signature areas.
The COH Center Directors (Dave Dallas, Sunil Khanna, Megan McClelland, and Suzanne Segerstrom) and Champions for each signature research area (Perry Hystad, Jessica Gorman, and Andy Pitchford) comprise the steering committee.
Members will foster dialogue and collaboration among faculty and students, drive innovation, and advance interdisciplinary research for our signature areas.