Community and Behavioral Health News

The latest news from the Department of Community and Behavioral Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health.

From the Front Row: Teaching children about modern pedestrian safety

In this episode, Elizabeth O'Neal, a transportation safety expert and CPH assistant professor, discusses her research on pedestrian safety, particularly in relation to driverless vehicles and children. Published June 19, 2024

Encouraging Immunization in Iowa

A new partnership, the Iowa Immunization Research Network, is working to increase vaccination uptake and reduce vaccine hesitancy in Iowa. Published June 7, 2024

UI researchers study self-driving cars and crosswalk cues for young pedestrians

Elizabeth O'Neal, assitant professor of community and behavioral health, is part of a UI research team studying how children interact with driverless cars to determine when it's safe to cross the road. (KCRG) Published May 8, 2024