Moving Forward Together: Women’s History Month 2025 – Dr. Maria Thomson
In keeping with the theme of this year’s Women’s History Month, this series highlights the importance and impact of mentoring partnerships between department faculty and their mentees. Maria Thomson, Ph.D. is a social and behavioral scientist with interdisciplinary training in anthropology and public and population health sciences. She is an experienced community-engaged researcher, having recently […]
VCU researchers delve into AI’s potential in public health
School of Public Health experts review how interactive technology is supporting care for cancer and substance use – and issues that must be addressed. by Maggie Christ Virginia Commonwealth University researchers are examining how artificial intelligence can enhance public health. Sunny Jung Kim, Ph.D., assistant professor of social and behavioral sciences at VCU’s School of […]
VCU secures $9 million grant to establish Cancer Control Equity Research Center in Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) has been awarded a five-year, $9 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to establish a pioneering Cancer Control Equity Research Center. This initiative aims to enhance the dissemination and implementation of health promotion and cancer prevention services for individuals and families residing in Virginia’s Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-administered income-based […]
Dr. Marcie Wright receives VCU Outstanding Term Faculty Award
Dr. Wright was honored at the 2024 Faculty Convocation on August 29th. Wright, an associate professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the School of Public Health, has earned a national reputation among the community of health disparity researchers and contributed to fostering and expanding VCU’s learning environment. She specializes in coalition […]
Dr. Richard Brown to become President of the International Association for Communication in Healthcare
Dr. Brown will take over as President of the society at the International Conference on Communication in Healthcare to be held September 9th-13th. The International Association for Communication in Healthcare (EACH) is a professional society which promotes healthcare communication by providing resources and expertise for health communication education and encouraging networking between professionals. This September, […]
Celebrating the conclusion of a successful partnership: The Chickahominy TRUTH Project
On June 21st, members of the Chickahominy tribe and VCU researchers came together to celebrate the completion of the project. The Chickahominy TRUTH project was headed by Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences faculty members and Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers Dr. Katherine Y. Tossas and Dr. Maria Thomson. The project began when researchers were […]
New NIH-funded study focuses on emerging adult women’s health
The 3-year grant, funded by The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), aims to redefine obesity treatment. Dr. Jessica G. LaRose of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences has received a 3 year grant from the NIDDK for her new study, “Redefining BMI: Body, Mind, Inflammation Project.” This grant is […]
Unveiling a Transformative Partnership: Dr. Kathy Tossas & Charles City County
In the heart of Virginia, amidst the serene landscapes of Charles City County, a transformative partnership is reshaping the narrative of community health and trust. Today, we shine the spotlight on Dr. Kathy Tossas, whose unwavering dedication to community engagement through the Chickahominy TRUTH project has illuminated the path toward equitable health solutions and profound […]
Cancer Control Month Feature: Dr. Autumn Lanoye
Dr. Lanoye serves as Affiliate Faculty in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences National Cancer Control Month is celebrated during the month of April in honor of those that are currently fighting cancer, have survived it and those who have tragically lost the battle. Dr. Autumn Lanoye has dedicated her career to helping cancer […]
Faculty Member Honored for Paper on Willingness to Get COVID Vaccine
Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences alumna and affiliate faculty member, Jeanine Guidry, says improving our understanding of why people may or may not vaccinate remains ‘of great importance.’ By VCU News staff Jeanine Guidry, Ph.D., an affiliate faculty member at the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the School of Population Health and at the Richard T. […]
