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Dr. Abby C. King is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Population Health at Stanford University, focusing on public health interventions to reduce chronic disease globally. Her research emphasizes developing and evaluating evidence-based interventions utilizing communication technologies and community-based participatory methods to promote health. King's notable contributions include serving on various task forces for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and co-chairing the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Advisory Committee. She has received multiple awards for her research, including the Distinguished Research Mentor Award from the Society of Behavioral Medicine and the Outstanding Contributions to Health Psychology Award from the American Psychological Association. King is also the founder and Faculty Director of the VOICE Global Citizen Science Research Initiative, which aims to engage communities in promoting healthful environments. Over her career, she has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and commitment to community engagement, and her innovative research continues to influence health promotion practices both nationally and globally.
Stanford University • Palo Alto, California
Leading research and teaching in the field of Epidemiology & Population Health.
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