About Us
Advancing public health through data science, research, and education at Penn Medicine and beyond.
Our Identity, Mission & Vision
Unlocking transformative insights and fostering innovation through cutting-edge data science, collaborative research, and education to enhance global health and well-being and propel meaningful change for future generations.
DBEI by the Numbers
1,640
Studies published in 2023 by DBEI researchers – many in leading academic journals within their fields.
$47M
Grant funding awarded to DBEI research in FY24.
#6
National ranking for Biostatistics Ph.D. program (U.S News & World Report, 2022).
213
Number of times faster a new AI tool developed by DBEI researchers can interpret medical images and detect cancer cells.
Our Leadership
Our distinguished faculty leaders are pioneers in their research fields, driving initiatives and advancements that enhance public health and shape the future of data science.
Our Educational Opportunities
Uniquely situated in a medical school with three distinctive—but complementary—academic divisions, we offer students the opportunity to learn from top biostatisticians, epidemiologists, and informaticians.
