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Working TogetherToward a Healthier World

Biostatistics

Epidemiology

Informatics

Three Unique Divisions,
One Unified Mission

“Novel healthcare solutions don’t occur in isolation.” Combining the statistical rigor of biostatistics, the population-level insights of epidemiology, and the data-driven innovations of informatics, our department addresses today’s most complex health challenges.

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DBEI Faculty Video Spotlight

Our Faculty Spotlight video series highlights the people behind the research at DBEI. Through conversations with faculty members, these interviews explore the questions driving their work and the impact of their research on science and public health. Watch the next video in the series featuring Taki Shinohara, PhD.

Advancing Multiple Sclerosis Research with Dr. Taki Shinohara

In this interview, Dr. Russell Taki Shinohara discusses his research on multiple sclerosis, medical imaging, and the statistical methods that help researchers better understand complex biomedical data. Learn how his work at Penn Medicine is advancing precision medicine by improving the way MRI data are analyzed to better track disease progression and support more personalized care for people living with multiple sclerosis.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEJm34jrGGk
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Coordinated & <br> Collaborative Research

Coordinated &
Collaborative Research

Embracing the interdisciplinary culture of Penn Medicine, we pursue cutting-edge research across disciplines, departments, and centers to enhance population health and shape the future of healthcare.

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The Latest from DBEI

Stay informed with the latest research findings, news, and events. Discover how our faculty, researchers, and students are advancing the fields of biostatistics, epidemiology and informatics, and enhancing health and well-being for everyone.

AI/ML

Developing AI and machine learning tools to solve biomedical data challenges with scalable and transparent results.

Causal Inference

Generating innovative causal inference methods to advance research and tackle complex data challenges across diverse fields.

Clinical Informatics

Applying informatics to healthcare to develop systems and tools for clinical decision support and research.

Clinical Trials

Designing and analyzing clinical trials across medical research to advance groundbreaking therapies and methodologies.

Data Integration

Integrating diverse data types, we develop novel approaches to enhance insights across various health domains.

Digital Health Data

Building frameworks for complex sensor data to identify disease markers and patterns in real-time health monitoring.

Emerging Exposures

Exploring factors influencing health and disease to identify, causes, treatments, and inform policy.

Etiology of Population Health

Studying health and disease and their determinants, we advance prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Genetics/Omics

Advancing genomics and biomedical technologies to develop novel statistical methods for complex disease research and precision medicine.

Health Equity

Examining health behavior and equity, we develop evidence-based interventions to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities.

Imaging

Developing advanced methods, we integrate imaging data with other modalities to drive biomedical research.

Implementation Science

Advancing healthcare by applying and evaluating strategies to integrate research findings into routine clinical practice.

Large-Scale Cohorts

Analyzing real-world health data to develop methods for large cohort studies and EHR-based research.

Learning Health Systems

Integrating data in learning health systems to drive healthcare improvement and patient outcomes.

Life Course Epi

Developing epidemiologic methods and providing insights for maintaining health through all life stages and transitions.

NLP

Leveraging natural language processing to extract actionable health insights from free text for diverse research needs.

Novel Methods

Formulating novel methods for population health research and training the next generation to apply them.

Translational Research

Bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications to improve patient outcomes and public health.
Award

CHIRP Postdoctoral Fellow Yajnaseni Chakraborti Awarded NIH K99 Grant

CHIRP postdoctoral fellow Yajnaseni Chakraborti has received an NIH Pathway to Independence (K99/R00) Award to study how everyday endocrine-disrupting chemicals may affect fertility and early pregnancy.

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Community Spotlight

Community Spotlight: Sriharsha Mopidevi
July 24, 2026

Sriharsha Mopidevi, MS, is a software engineer and researcher in the AI-4-AI Lab within the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics whose work focuses on developing privacy-preserving AI systems for clinical research. In this Q&A, Sriharsha shares what inspired his work, the real-world challenges it addresses, and what he values most about DBEI’s collaborative environment.
Publication

Dr. Carmen Guerra Co-Authors Updated American Cancer Society Colorectal Cancer Screening Guideline
July 20, 2026

Carmen E. Guerra is a co-author of the latest American Cancer Society colorectal cancer screening guideline, which introduces new screening options and updates recommendations for average-risk adults.
Announcement

LauraEllen Ashcraft Joins Editorial Board of Implementation Science Communications
July 15, 2026

Dr. LauraEllen Ashcraft has been appointed Associate Editor of Implementation Science Communications, a leading peer-reviewed journal in implementation science, recognizing her expertise and contributions to advancing the field.
Publication

Sean Hennessy Co-Authors Publication on Improving Cardiovascular Risk Prediction Across Diverse Populations
July 13, 2026

Sean Hennessy, PharmD, PhD, co-authored a new publication examining limitations in current cardiovascular disease risk prediction methods and the need for more precise approaches to improve accuracy and equity across diverse populations.

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Upcoming Events

Discover upcoming events from the DBEI, where expertise drives impact. Join us for weekly seminars, innovative conferences, and engaging academic programs designed to advance knowledge and foster collaboration in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics.

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Our People

Our People

Our community is driven by innovation and collaboration, bringing together leading experts in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics to advance public health and biomedical research.

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Educating the Future

Through robust educational programming and partnerships, we empower and equip the next generation of researchers to shape the future of population health science.

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Educating the Future