Dr. Jaclyn Hughto

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jaclyn White Hughto, PhD, MPH, is an associate professor in the Department of Behavioral Social Sciences and the Department of Epidemiology at Brown University. As a social epidemiologist, her expertise encompasses epidemiology and behavioral science, specifically utilizing mixed-methods research approaches. Her work primarily focuses on understanding the individual, interpersonal, and structural drivers of health inequities, particularly among sexual and gender minority populations, people who use drugs, and individuals living with HIV. Hughto has developed and tested bio-behavioral interventions aimed at preventing and treating substance use disorders and improving mental health outcomes in diverse populations both domestically and internationally. She has contributed significantly to the academic community with over 160 publications and serves as an expert witness, presenting her research in both state and federal courts to uphold civil rights protections for marginalized populations. Additionally, she is actively involved in community engagement and outreach initiatives, successfully leading various research cores aimed at advancing translational and transformative research related to opioids and overdose prevention.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Brown University School of Public Health • Providence, RI

Teaching and conducting research in epidemiology and behavioral social sciences.

Vice Chair

— Present

Brown University School of Public Health • Providence, RI

Oversight of the Behavioral Social Sciences department.

Adjunct Investigator

— Present

The Fenway Institute, Fenway Health • N/A

Conducting research on public health interventions.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Brown University School of Public Health • Providence, RI

Teaching and research in public health.

Investigator

— Present

Brown University School of Public Health • Providence, RI

Conducting epidemiological research.

Research Analyst

— Present

Fenway Health • N/A

Analysis of epidemiological data.

Project Director

— Present

Fenway Health • N/A

Managed health intervention projects.

Project Manager

— Present

Fenway Health • N/A

Oversaw public health projects.

Associate Account Executive

— Present

Ketchum • N/A

Public Relations work in government affairs.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics