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Research Office
College of Health Research Office
Advancing science, making discoveries and engaging communities to promote lifelong health and well-being
Through our research, we contribute to a holistic understanding of the health of individuals and populations, foster innovation and create feasible approaches to address complex health challenges.
Outstanding research faculty and students work collaboratively to study individuals across the life course, examine the impact of social determinants on health, address health equity and disparities, conduct basic and applied research, and translate public health programs to real world settings.
We offer seminars and colloquia to share new research and ignite collaborations, and support four college research centers to foster transdisciplinary research, engage students and translate research to practice.
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Training Program
Starting in Fall 2024 we are offering a new nine-month Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Training Program co-hosted by the College of Health and the Oregon State University Office of Research Integrity. Details at RCR Training Schedule.
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Cultivating interdisciplinary research
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Research opportunities for students
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COH Office of Research
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Research contact
S. Marie Harvey
Associate Dean for Research
Distinguished Professor of Public Health
Contact info and profile page
Research stories and news
Faculty in the Skeletal Biology Lab recently published two new studies on bone health and disease. Their research explores the effects of chronic alcohol use on bone regeneration and investigates cellular therapies for bone disease.
Researchers led by Jessica Gorman are creating inclusive cancer care programs that address barriers faced by LGBTQ+ survivors, young adults, and underserved communities to improve outcomes for all.
Associate Professor Jessica Gorman's inclusive cancer care research was featured in the Office of Institutional Diversity's 2025 State of Inclusive Excellence at Oregon State.
Undergraduate researchers presented findings on diverse health topics while developing critical thinking and presentation skills through the Healthy Discoveries/URSA Engage Ambassador Program.
We celebrate the outstanding graduate student researchers from the College of Health who showcased their innovative discoveries and scientific accomplishments at the 2025 Graduate Research Symposium.
Sean Newsom delivered the latest OSU-Cascades Science Pub Talk to a sold-out audience. One attendee shared, “Sean captivated the crowd as he detailed the importance of metabolic health, how it relates to skeletal muscle insulin resistance, and the latest research on SGLT2 inhibitors.”