Key Research Areas: Epidemiology, International Public Health, Public Policy, Addictions, and Health Psychology—focusing on issues like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic pain, addictions, and sexual health.

Our esteemed faculty is diverse and committed to enhancing the community while making significant advancements in teaching and public health initiatives.

The Department of Public Health Sciences' educational responsibilities are focused on medical and dental students, residents, the public health workforce, and other health care professionals.

Latest News

  • Supporting Our Community: UConn Health MPH Partner with Hands on Hartford
    At Department of Public Health Sciences, community engagement isn’t just a value, it’s part of who we are. Recently, we had the absolute pleasure of partnering with Hands on Hartford, a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing housing and food security and improving health for individuals and families in need. As part of this initiative, we […]
  • Welcome Dr. Monika Doshi to the Department!
    The UConn Department of Public Health Sciences is proud to welcome Dr. Monika Doshi as our newest faculty member. Dr. Doshi’s research reflects a deep commitment to advancing health equity and addressing disparities among underserved, marginalized, and vulnerable populations. Her work has focused on HIV prevention, care, and treatment; mental health; women’s health; gender and […]
  • Welcome Dr. Kate Ascetta to the Department!
    The UConn Department of Public Health Sciences is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Kate Ascetta to our faculty. Dr. Ascetta serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (CT UCEDD), where she coordinates technical assistance for higher education faculty through the […]

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Public Health Sciences in the Community

World Food Day

World Food Day - The Students

World Food Day - Stacey Brown

MPH Practicum Interviews

Research Connections at UConn Hartford