Department Of Epidemiology

Dr. Linda Cottler led the first systematic study to assess sex trading between police officers and female offenders from the women’s perspective.

Undergraduate student Soya Davis traveled to Thailand, where she surveyed college students about their thoughts on human trafficking, a modern-day form of slavery.

Three students conducted research at UF as part of the Summer Research with NIDA for Underrepresented Students program.

In a study led by Dr. Linda B. Cottler, two-thirds of young people said the use of prescription stimulants is a moderate-to-large problem among youth.

HealthStreet wins UF's Champion for Change award for community engagement efforts promoting social equity.

Cheryl Weston, business manager of the department of epidemiology, is one of just 16 UF employees to receive a 2013 Superior Accomplishment Award at the university level.

Dr. Cook, an associate professor of epidemiology, is one of 34 UF scientists recognized for a distinguished record of research.

Cindy Prins, Ph.D., M.P.H., and Lt. William Walders, M.H.A., were recognized at UF's Outstanding Young Alumni Awards ceremony.

A new study led by Dr. Linda Cottler found that African-Americans were more likely than other racial and ethnic groups to express an interest in participating in health research.

PHHP awardees include Jason Gravano, Tanisha Hill-Jarrett and Dr. Catherine Striley.