IPRC accepting pilot research project proposals

The University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center announces the availability of funds to support pilot projects. The center is particularly interested in interdisciplinary pilot projects with a focus on populations disproportionately affected by injury and violence. Typical awards are up to $22,500 for one-year projects. Applications are due March 14, 2025. Published January 23, 2025

Q&A: Pentella shares best practices to prevent spread of bird flu

Mike Pentella, professor epidemiology and director of the State Hygienic Laboratory, explains how avian influenza spreads — usually among birds — and that public health surveillance is critical to prevent spreading. Published January 23, 2025

Podcast: Leadership and Team Building with Fran McCaffrey, Matt Howard, and Jon Darsee

This week on Plugged in to Public Health, Lauren welcomes three very special guests for a conversation exploring leadership, teamwork, and personal growth, all elements essential to building resilient and effective leaders. Published January 22, 2025

CPH students highlighted in 2025 Dare to Discover campaign

Eight CPH students, post-docs, and recent graduates are featured in the UI's 2025 Dare to Discover banner campaign. Read more about how their research is making an impact. Published January 22, 2025

Sign up now for the Global Health Case Competition

The Global Health Case Competition trains future leaders through a real-world challenge. Students from multiple disciplines creatively address critical global health challenges in a collaborative environment. All enrolled UI students are eligible, and the winning team receives $500 per person. The registration deadline is Feb. 24, and the team presentation will be on April 7. Published January 22, 2025

Nominations for 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards due March 3

The UI College of Public Health is pleased to announce that it is accepting nominations for its 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards. This award program recognizes outstanding alumni in two categories: first, recent graduates who have completed College of Public Health programs within the past ten years and, second, other alumni for accomplishments throughout their careers. Published January 21, 2025

Iowa researchers examine association of hurricanes with veterans’ mental health

Natural disasters such as hurricanes and tropical storms are increasing in frequency and severity due to global climate change. A new study by University of Iowa researchers evaluated whether exposure to hurricanes is associated with adverse mental health outcomes among U.S. veterans.  Published January 21, 2025

Blood drive at CPHB set for Jan. 24 – sign up to donate!

The Iowa Student Association of Healthcare Leaders is hosting a blood drive on Jan. 24 from noon to 4 p.m. in C217 CPHB. (Please note the new date and time.) Appointments are encouraged -- sign up in advance with the UI DeGowin Blood Center. Published January 16, 2025

Webinar: Advancing Evidence-Based Interventions in Rural Communities

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Becky Bucklin, MPH, research manager for the University of Iowa Prevention Research Center for Rural Health, will present the webinar "Advancing Evidence-Based Interventions in Rural Communities" on Jan. 30. Published January 16, 2025

Denise Jamieson to deliver inaugural Hospital and Health Systems Leadership Lecture

Denise Jamieson, MD, MPH, Vice President for Medical Affairs and the Tyrone D. Artz Dean, Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, University of Iowa Health Care, will deliver the inaugural Hospital and Health Systems Leadership Lecture on Feb. 19, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. in Callaghan Auditorium (N110 CPHB).  The title of Jamieson’s lecture is, “Leading UI Health Care: Perspectives from a Career at the Intersection of Public Health and Clinical Medicine.” Published January 14, 2025