Researchers in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences conduct qualitative research, sophisticated quantitative modeling, laboratory-based experiments, and formative research with community partners to develop and test behavior change theories and to implement, evaluate and disseminate interventions that promote healthier behaviors.
Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Fields of Research
Fields of Research
Conducting empirical research on alcohol use across the translational research spectrum.
Preventing and managing chronic diseases like HIV and diabetes.
Examining multiple dimensions of drug use and misuse by employing a range of scientific methods.
Seeking solutions for issues of urgent concern in low- and middle-income countries.
Developing HIV and STI-related research activities to understand and modify behaviors to advance health among myriad at-risk populations in resource-limited settings.
Improving the health of underserved and diverse communities by understanding and eliminating inequities in health and health care outcomes.
Conducting translational research to improve the health of all LGBT people.
Performing high quality, methodologically rigorous research to investigate the impacts of mindfulness on health.
Studying behaviors that guide our eating habits and physical activity.
A diverse body of research on tobacco and nicotine use, exposure and cessation.