“Novel healthcare solutions don’t occur in isolation.” Combining the statistical rigor of biostatistics, the population-level insights of epidemiology, and the data-driven innovations of informatics, our department addresses today’s most complex health challenges.
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.
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.
Jagadeesh Puvvula, PharmD, PhD, MPH, is a trainee in the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics, whose work explores how early-life environmental exposures impact human health. In this Q&A, he shares insights into his research, the real-world relevance of environmental health studies, and the value he finds in mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Nandita Mitra, PhD, was honored with two 2025 Penn Medicine Awards of Excellence for her outstanding contributions to research and education.
DBEI Chair Enrique Schisterman, PhD, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, one of the most prestigious honors in health and medicine.
Michael Harhay, PhD, MPH, leads the newly launched Center for Clinical Trials Innovation, a hub dedicated to advancing clinical trial methods and improving research outcomes worldwide.
Dr. Qi Long and collaborators have received NIH/NIBIB funding to advance neurosymbolic AI for smarter, more trustworthy healthcare.
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 community is driven by innovation and collaboration, bringing together leading experts in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics to advance public health and biomedical research.
Through robust educational programming and partnerships, we empower and equip the next generation of researchers to shape the future of population health science.
