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Working TogetherToward a Healthier World

Biostatistics

Epidemiology

Informatics

Three Unique Divisions,
One Unified Mission

Combining the statistical rigor of biostatistics, the population-level insights of epidemiology, and the data-driven innovations of informatics, we drive comprehensive solutions to the most complex health challenges of today.

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Coordinated & <br> Collaborative Research

Coordinated &
Collaborative Research

Embracing the interdisciplinary culture of Penn Medicine, we pursue cutting-edge research across disciplines, departments, and centers to enhance population health and shape the future of healthcare.

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The Latest from DBEI

Stay informed with the latest research findings, news, and events. Discover how our faculty, researchers, and students are advancing the fields of biostatistics, epidemiology and informatics, and enhancing health and well-being for everyone.

AI/ML

Developing AI and machine learning tools to solve biomedical data challenges with scalable and transparent results.

Causal Inference

Generating innovative causal inference methods to advance research and tackle complex data challenges across diverse fields.

Clinical Informatics

Applying informatics to healthcare to develop systems and tools for clinical decision support and research.

Clinical Trials

Designing and analyzing clinical trials across medical research to advance groundbreaking therapies and methodologies.

Data Integration

Integrating diverse data types, we develop novel approaches to enhance insights across various health domains.

Digital Health Data

Building frameworks for complex sensor data to identify disease markers and patterns in real-time health monitoring.

Emerging Exposures

Exploring factors influencing health and disease to identify, causes, treatments, and inform policy.

Etiology of Population Health

Studying health and disease and their determinants, we advance prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Genetics/Omics

Advancing genomics and biomedical technologies to develop novel statistical methods for complex disease research and precision medicine.

Health Equity

Examining health behavior and equity, we develop evidence-based interventions to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities.

Imaging

Developing advanced methods, we integrate imaging data with other modalities to drive biomedical research.

Implementation Science

Advancing healthcare by applying and evaluating strategies to integrate research findings into routine clinical practice.

Large-Scale Cohorts

Analyzing real-world health data to develop methods for large cohort studies and EHR-based research.

Learning Health Systems

Integrating data in learning health systems to drive healthcare improvement and patient outcomes.

Life Course Epi

Developing epidemiologic methods and providing insights for maintaining health through all life stages and transitions.

NLP

Leveraging natural language processing to extract actionable health insights from free text for diverse research needs.

Novel Methods

Formulating novel methods for population health research and training the next generation to apply them.

Translational Research

Bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications to improve patient outcomes and public health.
In the Media

When There’s Money to Lose, Phone Usage While Driving Drops

Can cash incentives make roads safer? A Penn Medicine study led by Dr. M. Kit Delgado reveals how rewards and feedback can significantly cut down handheld phone use while driving.

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Press Release

The University of Pennsylvania Prevention Research Center Awarded a $6.5 Million CDC Grant
October 15, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania Prevention Research Center has received a $6.5 million CDC grant to advance community-based prevention research, focusing on improving shared decision-making for older cancer patients. This five-year project will study interventions tailored to patients’ needs, enhancing outcomes in Philadelphia and beyond.
Publication

New Framework for Health Policy Evaluation: Target Trial Emulation Enhances Accuracy in Nonexperimental Studies
October 9, 2024

In Annals of Internal Medicine, Nicholas Seewald, PhD, introduces a framework for target trial emulation, enabling researchers to evaluate health policies with the rigor of clinical trials in nonexperimental studies.
Community Spotlight

Community Spotlight: Dr. Joseph Romano
October 2, 2024

Joseph Romano, PhD, MPhil, MA is an Assistant Professor of Informatics in the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics, Senior Fellow in the Institute for Biomedical Informatics (IBI) and an investigator in the Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology (CEET).

Community Spotlight

Community Spotlight: Alisa Stephens Shields, PhD
October 2, 2024

Alisa Stephens Shields, PhD serves as an Associate Professor in the Biostatistics division of the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics, and is recognized for her collaboration and impactful leadership in the realms of health, statistical education, and inclusion in the field.

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Upcoming Events

Discover upcoming events from the DBEI, where expertise drives impact. Join us for weekly seminars, innovative conferences, and engaging academic programs designed to advance knowledge and foster collaboration in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics.

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Our People

Our People

Our community is driven by innovation and collaboration, bringing together leading experts in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics to advance public health and biomedical research.

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Educating the Future

Through robust educational programming and partnerships, we empower and equip the next generation of researchers to shape the future of population health science.

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Educating the Future