Close to Home: Rural Health Research in Iowa

Iowa is a predominantly rural state, and health issues that affect rural communities have been a longstanding priority for the University of Iowa College of Public Health. As the home to centers and programs such as the Rural Policy Research Institute (RUPRI), Prevention Research Center for Rural Health, Iowa’s Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, […] Published October 27, 2025

Improving Road and Street Safety

Iowa researchers are studying how to make roads and traffic safer for all ages. Whether we’re crossing a street as a pedestrian, riding a bike, or driving a vehicle, navigating traffic can be complex. Researchers in the College of Public Health are studying different aspects of road safety and how to prevent injuries throughout the […] Published October 27, 2025

Digging into Workplace Safety

Abigail Tompkins graduated from the University of Iowa in 2017 with an MS degree in industrial hygiene. She recently shared some details about her current work as a senior supervisor of industrial hygiene at a mining operation in Colorado. Published October 27, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: The science of Measles and what makes it so contagious

Measles is one of the most contagious viruses in the world, but why? In this episode, host Maxwell Hanson talks with Dr. Patrick Sinn, a pediatric pulmonologist and researcher at the University of Iowa, whose work has reshaped how scientists understand measles transmission. Published October 24, 2025

Celebrate research at the College of Public Health during Research Week 2025 – Nov. 10-13

Celebrate innovation and impact during Research Week 2025 at the University of Iowa College of Public Health. Join us for a dynamic lineup of events showcasing groundbreaking discoveries and collaborative excellence including poster sessions, networking socials, a virtual keynote presentation, and the 2025 Distinguished Faculty Lecture with Mary Charlton. Published October 22, 2025

Alumni Q&A: Andrew Grimm

Check out this new Q&A with Andrew Grimm (12MPH, 12MHA) and learn how Andrew’s dual degrees from the University of Iowa College of Public Health prepared him to lead change—and why he says he has one of the coolest jobs in health care. Published October 20, 2025

Dan Shane talks new technology in rural health spaces

In a recent episode of 'Exploring Rural Health,' Associate Professor Dan Shane shares his thoughts on new and developing technology and their roles in delivering rural health care and human services. Published October 20, 2025

Dr. Michelle Mollica to speak on cancer survivorship

As part of CPH Research Week, Dr. Michelle Mollica will deliver the keynote presentation, "Advancing Cancer Survivorship: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities," at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12. This will be a virtual presentation. Published October 20, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: Understanding vector-borne disease with Dr. Kathryn Dalton

In this episode, Lauren talks with Dr. Kathryn Dalton, a veterinarian turned researcher and assistant professor at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, about the rise of vector borne diseases. Dr. Dalton explains how environmental changes are expanding the reach of ticks and mosquitoes, what that means for both people and pets, and how the One Health approach connects human, animal, and environmental well-being. Published October 20, 2025

Askelson, Charlton comment on cancer trends and research priorities at Iowa Cancer Summit

At the recent Iowa Cancer Summit in Ankeny, Professors Natoshia Askelson and Mary Charlton discussed current efforts to understand what's driving Iowa's high cancer rates. (KCCI-TV) Published October 15, 2025