Epidemiology Results

Fred Upton, far right, and others on a tour of the Museum of Zoology

National biodefense leaders call for coordination and stable public health support

University of Michigan hosted the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense for campus discussions on strengthening US preparedness for biological threats. Leaders highlighted the need for sustained federal leadership, stable research funding, and bipartisan action. Speakers urged One Health coordination, clearer public communication, and updated biodefense strategy to protect supply chains and counter outbreaks.

Carina Gronlund

How does extreme weather affect community health? A University of Michigan researcher explains

Environmental epidemiologist Carina Gronlund on the surprising links between housing, heat and health equity—and what can be done about it

University of Michigan’s Carina Gronlund investigates how Detroit’s neighborhoods, weather and housing shape health risks. Her research connects extreme heat, pollen and poor housing to sleep, cognitive health and disease—advancing environmental justice, public health, and community resilience amid shifting climate conditions.

An illustration of an ovary with ovarian cancer.

Can AI help predict outcomes in ovarian cancer?

International team of researchers awarded multimillion-dollar grant to apply AI to identify factors tied to long term survival

Epidemiology professor Leigh Pearce is leading an international team conducting AI-driven analysis to predict ovarian cancer survival and treatment response. Their analysis will help guide treatment selection and clinical trial recommendations.