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EJB Talks New Faculty Spotlight: From SARS to HIV – Inspiring a Career in Public Health
Assistant Professor Yen-Tyng Chen talks about how the SARS outbreak personally impacted her interest in public health, and shares how her experiences during her Ph.D. studies inspired her personal and intellectual interests in how race and built environments have huge impacts on health disparities.
Research Day 2023
The Bloustein School’s 2nd Annual Research Day has been rescheduled and will take place in person at the Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum on Friday, April 21st.
Access to Nature for People with Disabilities: Updated Findings and Implications for New Jersey
Approximately one in five adults in New Jersey has a disability, and people with disabilities face a variety of barriers to outdoor recreational experiences. The Environmental Analysis and Communications Group, with funding from NJSPL, is investigating state policies focusing on innovative programs and practices.
Research by Joel Cantor et al. “Access to Hepatitis C Treatment during and after Incarceration in New Jersey, United States: A Qualitative Study”
Despite effective antiviral therapy for hepatitis C virus (HCV), people who are incarcerated and those returning to the community face challenges in obtaining HCV treatment. Prof. Joel C. Cantor and colleagues aimed to explore facilitators and barriers to HCV treatment during and after incarceration.
Freights & Ports Students Visit Raritan Center Freight Village
Anne Strauss-Weider’s Freights and Ports graduate class visited the Raritan Center industrial park this semester. The students received a briefing and were able to ask questions about the development and operation of the park.
Thursday, April 6, 2023: Graduate Program in Public Informatics Virtual Information Session
The Race to Decarbonize America Needs More Workers
THE UNITED STATES doesn’t lack the technology to head off climate catastrophe—it lacks enough trained workers to install it fast enough. The Inflation Reduction Act, passed last summer, allocates $370 billion toward energy security and climate action....
NJSPL – Digital Divide in New Jersey
To better understand the digital divide disparity in New Jersey, Tarun and the Digital Equity Initiative team mapped the American Community Survey data from 2020 and observed what, if any, correlations there were between race, education, and employment in regard to access to the internet and digital technology.
Alumnus Ali Jan (MPI ’22) Reflects on the Importance of Data Analytics
“Data is a powerful tool that can inform policy decisions and drive positive change in society. As a data analyst, it’s important to always be curious, ask the right questions, and utilize the best tools available to gain insights from the data.”
Research by Matt Campo et al. “Global survey shows planners use widely varying sea-level rise projections for coastal adaptation”
Successful coastal adaptation requires robust integration of science and policy and well-designed climate services, both built on the usability of scientific information. The findings highlight the need for policymakers to understand the importance of using SLR projections in planning for sea-level rise.
Disney Inspires Interest in Sustainable and Equitable “Cities of Tomorrow”
The Urban Planning & Design major, says Michael Panchery is certainly not one-dimensional. Encompassed by a variety of disciplines, the field of urban planning will expand your
knowledge and technical skills, making you a more well-rounded individual.
From Clinical to Administrative: Changing Trajectories to Give Back Holistically
Rajisha Shah MHA ’23 made the decision to apply to the Rutgers MHA after speaking with the diverse faculty who have practiced in healthcare in various settings.