Research

The Department of Epidemiology at Columbia University has a worldwide research network spanning over 60 countries and faculty experts who are leaders in a variety of scientific research units.

Chronic Disease Epidemiology

Research in the chronic disease epidemiology unit addresses the etiology, prevention, distribution, natural history, and treatment outcomes of chronic health disorders.

Environmental Epidemiology

Research in environmental epidemiology encompasses exogenous risk factors and health outcomes.

Infectious Disease Epidemiology

Infectious diseases continue to have a substantial impact on the health of communities around the world.

Violence and Injury Epidemiology

The violence and injury epidemiology unit aims to improve population health by reducing the morbidity and mortality from unintentional and intentional injuries.

Neuroepidemiology

The Neuroepidemiology Unit is an intellectual community of faculty and students who share an interest in understanding the causes, origins, progression, and consequences of neurological disorders.

Psychiatric Epidemiology

The Psychiatric Epidemiology unit is an intellectual community of faculty and students who share a commitment to investigating the causes and consequences of psychiatric disorders.

Social and Spatial Epidemiology

The social and spatial epidemiology unit seeks to understand the ways in which social, political, cultural, and economic circumstances influence our chances for a healthy life

Substance Use Epidemiology

Research in the substance abuse epidemiology unit addresses the etiology, prevention, distribution, natural history, and treatment of substance use disorders.

Epidemiology Centers

Department faculty lead a wide range of renowned research centers and programs at Columbia and around the world.

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