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Welcome to the Department of Population Health Science

At the John D. Bower School of Population Health, we are shaping the future of public health through education, research, and collaboration. Our department brings together scholars, practitioners, and students dedicated to understanding and improving the factors that influence health at the population level, both within Mississippi and globally.

About the Department

The Department of Population Health Science at the John D. Bower School of Population Health is dedicated to advancing health outcomes through education, research, and community partnerships. Located on the University of Mississippi Medical Center campus in Jackson, our department is well-positioned to leverage on the existing research and educational opportunities of a leading academic health science center. We prepare students from across Mississippi and beyond—including international scholars—for impactful careers by combining rigorous methodological training with practical application. Faculty expertise spans epidemiology, data science, implementation science, and community engagement, with achievements reflected in publications, research grants, and translational initiatives. We highlight the successes of our graduates, who enter dynamic career paths in research, policy, health systems, and community leadership. Rooted in Mississippi—a state with a rich culture and unique resources as well as significant health challenges—we embrace the opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and lead in creating healthier futures for all communities locally and beyond.

Vision Statement

The Department of Population Health Science seeks to become a nationally and globally recognized leader in creating innovative, sustainable solutions that improve population health outcomes and enable individuals and communities to achieve their fullest health potential.

Mission Statement

The Department of Population Health Science is committed to improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities by bridging the gap between knowledge and practice through impactful research, transformative education, and community engagement. We approach our mission with an eye to helping solve Mississippi’s unique health problems and contributing to generalizable knowledge about improving the health of populations.