Dr. Diana Silver

Biography

Diana R. Silver is a Professor at the NYU School of Global Public Health, where she focuses on the intersection of public health policy and management. Her research investigates the variation in the implementation and adoption of local and state public health policies and their effects on health outcomes, with special attention to issues such as alcohol consumption, tobacco use, motor vehicle accidents, and food safety. Dr. Silver's work has been funded by notable organizations, including the National Institutes of Health, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. She has published in several prestigious journals, such as the American Journal of Public Health and Tobacco Control, and she serves as an associate editor for the American Journal of Health Promotion. Additionally, she is a member of the Health Advisory Committee for the New York City Department of Health. Dr. Silver began her career addressing various public health crises, including AIDS and substance abuse, within community settings including schools and shelters. She teaches courses at both the undergraduate and master’s levels and has received the Distinguished Teaching Award from NYU, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence.

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