Pandemic spike in childhood obesity persists across Central Indiana
Researchers at the Indiana University Indianapolis Fairbanks School of Public Health have released updated findings that track childhood obesity trends through 2023.
Fairbanks School researcher joins statewide team improving rural maternal health
Dr. Jill Inderstrodt, assistant professor at the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IU Indianapolis, has been named a recipient of the highly competitive AIM-AHEAD Program for Artificial Intelligence Readiness (PAIR) award.
Researchers determine health impact of Medicaid disenrollment during unwinding
A new study from researchers at the Fairbanks School of Public Health reveals significant mental health, functional health and financial disparities between adults who were unable to complete the Medicaid renewal process and those who maintained their coverage.
Keely Floyd honored with Barbara D. Jackson Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award
Keely Floyd has been named the 2025 recipient of the Barbara D. Jackson Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award.
Innovative infection prevention curriculum uses virtual reality to train students
A new initiative at the Indiana University Fairbanks School of Public Health at IU Indianapolis is integrating cutting-edge training tools, including virtual reality simulations, to prepare the next generation of public health professionals to tackle infection prevention and control challenges.
William Tierney named Distinguished Professor at Indiana University
Dr. Bill Tierney awarded most prestigious honor by Indiana University in recognition of outstanding scholarship.
Fairbanks School expands global partnership with Kenya’s JKUAT
The Indiana University Indianapolis Fairbanks School of Public Health has strengthened its partnership with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to advance healthcare and public health outcomes in Kenya.
Epidemiology fellowship supports future public health leaders in pharmaceutical research
The 2025 Eli Lilly Enhanced Epidemiological Fellowship has been awarded to Fairbanks School of Pubic Health students Krystapher Belton and Amos Adapalala Bugri.
1,000th student receives immunizations through Fairbanks School, Marion County partnership
A partnership between the Marion County Public Health Department and the Indiana University Fairbanks School of Public Health at IU Indianapolis has immunized over 1,000 students in its first few months.
Menachemi appointed to AcademyHealth board of directors
Dr. Nir Menachemi joins the AcademyHealth Board of Directors starting January 2025.
In this new role, Brian Dixon will lead the development and application of health information technology solutions at Regenstrief.
Fairbanks faculty and staff honored with statewide public health awards
Andrea Janota and Valerie Yeager have received awards from the Indiana Public Health Association.
Chris Harle named chief information officer of the Regenstrief Institute
Chris Harle, chair of the Department of Health Policy and Management, will add to his responsibilities the role of chief information officer of the Regenstrief Institute.
Joshua Vest appointed associate dean for research
As interim associate dean for research, Vest led significant initiatives to strengthen the school’s research infrastructure and expand interdisciplinary collaboration.
IU Indianapolis leading evaluation efforts for new Indy Health District
IU Indianapolis has been named the lead evaluator for the newly launched Indy Health District, Inc. a nonprofit organization committed to addressing health inequities in the near north side of Indianapolis.
Report reveals new findings on health care costs, outcomes in Indiana
A new report outlines the most recent publicly available data on a wide range of factors impacting health care costs and outcomes in Indiana.
Britt-Spells and Inderstrodt join IU’s EMPOWER mentorship program
Angelitta Britt-Spells, PhD, and Jill Inderstrodt, PhD, MPH, were accepted to IU’s EMPOWER mentorship program for the 2024-25 academic year.
Chris Harle, PhD, will be inducted as one of 25 new fellows in the American Medical Informatics Association during the AMIA 2024 Annual Symposium.
Fairbanks faculty member awarded prestigious NIH career development grant
Heather Taylor, PhD, has received a National Institutes of Health mentored career development award to study oral health disparities among vulnerable adults.
Fairbanks faculty member awarded five-year, $1.9M CDC grant
Jill Inderstrodt, PhD, has received a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention grant to improve care for individuals living with congenital heart defects.
Dean Menachemi honored by Academy of Management
Nir Menachemi, PhD, MPH, was awarded the Myron D. Fottler Exceptional Service Award by the Academy of Management.
Future epidemiologists awarded full scholarship from Lilly
A new scholarship at the Indiana University Fairbanks School of Public Health, funded by Eli Lilly and Co., is training public health students to tackle the challenges of health outcomes research in the pharmaceutical industry.
An initiative to reduce the burden of diabetes in three areas of Indianapolis is having a significant impact in reducing blood-sugar levels and actively engaging the community to solve root problems of the disease.
Indiana’s historic public health funding increase provides blueprint for other states
A new framework created by FSPH leaders and researchers could help other states improve their public health systems and increase funding.
Nir Menachemi named dean of Fairbanks School of Public Health
Following a national search, Nir Menachemi has been named dean of the Fairbanks School of Public Health at Indiana University Indianapolis.
Fairbanks School of Public Health researchers are leading efforts to explore how public health can be more effective and impactful in the future.
The public health system cannot be reimagined without the staff to perform the work
New research from the Fairbanks School of Public Health details the changes needed to bolster the public health workforce.
Research reveals link between fitness, health behaviors, built environment in largest US cities
Two new studies from the Fairbanks School of Public Health on Indiana University’s Indianapolis campus examined the link between health behaviors, the built environment, and the health status of America’s largest cities.
Fairbanks faculty honored at chancellor’s convocation
Two Fairbanks School of Public Health faculty members have been honored with academic awards at the 2024 Chancellor’s Academic Awards Convocation.
New public health nursing pathways launched
Indiana University is preparing nursing graduates to meet current and future healthcare challenges by creating pathways to bring enhanced public health training to future nurses.
New South Eastern European Health Studies program created to advance global public health
The Fairbanks School of Public Health has launched a new international learning laboratory based in the Balkans.
Nir Menachemi named interim dean of the Fairbanks School of Public Health
Nir Menachemi has been appointed the interim dean of the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health in Indianapolis and Fort Wayne.
Gov. Eric Holcomb honors Fairbanks Dean Paul Halverson with Sagamore of the Wabash award
Fairbanks School of Public Health Founding Dean Paul Halverson was recognized with one of the highest distinctions in the state of Indiana, the Sagamore of the Wabash.
Untreated mental illness costs Indiana over $4 billion each year
A new study reveals the economic burden of untreated mental illness in Indiana, which results in $4.2 billion spent annually.
Childhood obesity study reveals increases in central Indiana
Researchers at the Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health in Indianapolis have identified the most detailed findings to date on childhood obesity rates and trends in central Indiana.
Nearly two-thirds of serious mental health needs unmet in Marion County
For the first time, researchers have determined the mental health needs and gaps in services in Marion County, Indiana.
Fairbanks School of Public Health dean appointed to new role in Oregon
Dr. Paul Halverson, founding dean and professor at the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, has been appointed dean and professor at the School of Public Health at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and Portland State University (PSU).
The Dean Halverson Lecture Series has announced Dr. Jerome Adams, former surgeon general and Indiana state health commissioner, as the inaugural speaker on September 27.
Sherri Bucher appointed chair of community and global health
Paul Halverson, professor and founding dean of the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, has named Sherri Bucher, PhD, MA, as the chair of the Department of Community and Global Health.
Dr. Virginia Caine awarded Dean’s Medal of Excellence
The Dean’s Medal of Excellence is awarded to public health and health administration leaders who have made a significant impact in their field. A small number of distinguished recipients are awarded at the discretion of the dean.
Chris Harle appointed chair of health policy and management
Paul Halverson, professor and founding dean of the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, has named Chris Harle, PhD, MS, chair of the Department of Health Policy and Management.
A new innovative learning laboratory will provide students, faculty, staff, and alumni of the Fairbanks School of Public Health with the opportunity to engage in reciprocal learning with community and academic partners in Sweden and Norway.
JAMA study finds electronic health records do not accurately identify common barriers to health
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that current electronic health records do not adequately screen for housing instability and financial strain.
New study provides comprehensive overview of US public health workforce
A new study coauthored by Fairbanks researcher established several strategies for building and maintaining a more stable public health workforce.
Fairbanks School launches fellowship for journalists
The Public Health Media Fellowship will provide journalists across the state of Indiana with a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of public health and health administration issues affecting Hoosiers.
Fairbanks researcher among 14 fellows to be inducted into American College of Medical Informatics
Dr. Joshua Vest is one of 14 new fellows inducted into the 2022 American College of Medical Informatics.
FSPH joins consortium to study public health workforce
New tool helps primary care providers address chronic pain and opioid prescribing
The Chronic Pain OneSheet is a decision support tool in the electronic health record aimed to help primary care clinicians quickly access key information and take clinical action for patients with chronic pain.
$2.4M grant will fund housing initiative to improve infant mortality in Indianapolis
The Fairbanks School of Public Health will lead a five-year housing initiative to address infant mortality in Indianapolis.
Fairbanks dean supports Governor’s Public Health Commission report
The Governor’s Public Health Commission released their recommendations for supporting and improving public health in Indiana.
