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Q&A with University of Michigan research Jian Kang on mental health, aging and cancer
Jian Kang is a professor and associate chair for Research in the Department of Biostatistics at Michigan Public Health, where he develops cutting-edge statistical methods for analyzing complex biomedical data. He’s particularly interested in brain-computer interfaces and neuroimaging, developing methods that help researchers better understand how the brain works and how it changes with age or disease.
Five-year federal grant will launch Michigan Public Health's first Certificate in Maternal Child Health, training 25+ students annually through partnerships with community organizations and government agencies.
Michigan Public Health researchers find connection between community gun violence and heart disease deaths, suggesting violence prevention could be reframed as cardiovascular health strategy for communities.
Q&A with researcher Devon Payne-Sturges
University of Michigan research on Oregon's COVID-19 response shows comprehensive workplace policies effectively protected both general workers and farmworkers. Expert Devon Payne-Sturges shares insights for future pandemic preparedness.
