Professor Dr. Angela Aidala

Biography

Angela Aidala is an Associate Research Scientist at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. She specializes in Sociomedical Sciences and has been actively involved in research focusing on community health and public health education. Dr. Aidala has a BA from Miami (Ohio) University and a PhD from Columbia University. Her research interests include Biostatistical Methods, Community Health, Food Policy, Obesity, Global Health, HIV/AIDS, Incarceration Prevention, Maternal and Reproductive Health, Mental Health, and Urban Health. She has served as the Principal Investigator for multiple significant studies, including the Community Health Advisory & Information Network (CHAIN) Project, which investigates the health needs of individuals living with HIV in New York City. Additionally, she has led the Frequent Users Services Enhancement (FUSE) Evaluation that focuses on supportive housing interventions for homeless populations. Dr. Aidala's work has significantly contributed to understanding public health challenges and has informed policy and service planning for vulnerable communities.

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