183 peer-reviewed papers, written up in plain language.

STRIDE

This research group studies how social factors, like racism and neighborhood segregation, affect the long-term health and survival of different populations. Their work shows how the environment and social attitudes can directly impact a person's physical health.

2 publications

MEND

This group studies breast cancer specifically among Nigerian women to understand its unique risk factors. They look at how body chemistry, genetics, and education influence the development of different types of the disease.

6 publications

ORCHiD

This research group studies how a person’s background and ability to get medical care affect their journey with ovarian cancer. Their work helps us understand how to improve treatment quality and survival for all women, regardless of their race or income.

15 publications

CLOVER

The CLOVER group studies how environmental hazards in our homes, like radon gas, affect public health. They use advanced data tools to identify which neighborhoods are most at risk and where more testing is needed.

2 publications

COEE

This team focuses on improving cancer outcomes for American Indian communities and other groups through local partnerships and better clinical care. Their research helps identify and remove the specific barriers that prevent people from staying healthy.

9 publications

Global Burden of Disease

The Global Burden of Disease study group tracks health trends and causes of death in hundreds of countries to see how well people are living. By gathering this data, they help leaders around the world make better decisions to improve everyone's health.

34 publications

Cross-Cutting Studies

Additional collaborative and methodological work

This group of studies explores how social factors and life experiences influence health outcomes across different populations and diseases. By looking at everything from economic status to healthcare access, these researchers help us understand why some groups face higher risks and poorer recovery.

30 publications

Breast Cancer

This research group examines how genetics, lifestyle, and neighborhood factors contribute to breast cancer risks and outcomes. Their work highlights the deep impact of social and economic differences on how patients from different backgrounds survive the disease.

21 publications

REGARDS

Reasons for Geographic and Racial Differences in Stroke

This research group studies how biology and environment impact health across different racial groups in the United States. Their work focuses on understanding how factors like lifestyle, stress, and income contribute to cancer risks and survival.

18 publications

SEER

Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results program

This group uses large national databases to track cancer patterns and survival rates across the United States. Their work highlights how race and where a person lives can impact the quality of cancer care they receive.

11 publications

Lung Cancer

This group focuses on why lung cancer affects people differently based on their background and where they live. They look for ways to make sure everyone can get early screening and the newest, most helpful treatments.

9 publications

NCDB

National Cancer Database

This group analyzes national records to understand how healthcare access and other health conditions affect cancer treatment and supportive care. Their findings help hospitals ensure that all patients receive the best possible medical and emotional support.

6 publications

BRFSS

Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

This group uses large national surveys to track health trends and the impact of policy changes across the United States. Their work focuses on how access to insurance and economic shifts affect behaviors like smoking and cancer screening.

6 publications

NHANES

National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey

This group uses national survey data to track the health and nutrition of people across the United States. Their work helps identify trends in chronic diseases and how stress affects the health of various communities over time.

3 publications

WHO SAGE

WHO Study on Global Ageing and Adult Health

This team explores how a person's life experiences, from childhood to old age, impact their health as they grow older. They look at how money and social standing across the globe influence cancer risks and screening.

3 publications

Cervical Cancer

This research group focuses on improving cervical cancer outcomes and screening methods around the world. They study hospital data to find health gaps and explore how technology can help more women get tested.

2 publications

NIH-AARP

NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study

This group looks at how diet and lifestyle choices impact cancer risk for different people across the United States. Their work helps identify the best ways for everyone to stay healthy and lower their chances of getting cancer.

2 publications

World Health Survey

This international team examines cancer prevention and screening habits in low-income countries and across the African continent. Their research provides the data needed to bring life-saving medical services and healthy living programs to communities around the globe.

2 publications

HyperGEN

Hypertension Genetic Epidemiology Network

This study focuses on how our genes and environment interact to affect heart and metabolic health in African American families. By looking at chemical changes in DNA, they aim to find new ways to prevent chronic diseases.

1 publication

HCUP-NIS

Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project — Nationwide Inpatient Sample

This group analyzes large sets of hospital data to improve safety and care for patients undergoing surgery. They focus on how existing health conditions impact recovery and survival after major medical procedures.

1 publication