Biostatistics News
The latest news from the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Iowa College of Public Health.
ISIB alumna Elaina McGovern continues her academic path in biostatistics
Elaina McGovern took part in the 2023 Iowa Summer Institute in Biostatistics (ISIB). She'll soon obtain a master’s degree in mathematics with a statistics concentration at Boise State then head to the University of South Carolina to pursue a PhD in biostatistics. Read more about her impressive academic and athletic achievements and how ISIB helped solidify her career goals. Published March 27, 2025
Oleson to give presentation on Iowa’s cancer statistics
Jake Oleson, CPH professor of biostatistics, will visit Central College on Feb. 28 to deliver a talk about Iowa’s cancer rates. (KBOE) Published February 20, 2025
Iowa study examines older adults’ driving errors and crash risk factors
A recent study by College of Public Health researchers looked at the relationships between older drivers’ driving errors and two important crash risk factors: vehicle actions and traffic control devices. Published February 14, 2025
CPH students highlighted in 2025 Dare to Discover campaign
Eight CPH students, post-docs, and recent graduates are featured in the UI's 2025 Dare to Discover banner campaign. Read more about how their research is making an impact. Published January 22, 2025
Nominations for 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards due March 3
The UI College of Public Health is pleased to announce that it is accepting nominations for its 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards. This award program recognizes outstanding alumni in two categories: first, recent graduates who have completed College of Public Health programs within the past ten years and, second, other alumni for accomplishments throughout their careers. Published January 21, 2025