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Jason Corburn is a Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning and School of Public Health at UC Berkeley, where he directs the Center for Global Healthy Cities. He co-directs the joint Master of City Planning (MCP) and Master of Public Health (MPH) degree program. Corburn's research focuses on the connections between environmental health, social justice, and urban environments, emphasizing the importance of science-based policy making and local knowledge in addressing public health challenges. His current projects include leading the evaluation of Advance Peace, an urban gun violence reduction initiative that employs formerly incarcerated residents to serve as 'credible messengers' in conflict resolution. Corburn has led participatory planning efforts in various locations, including Richmond, California, and Medellín, Colombia, focusing on health equity and climate justice. His work has included consulting for international organizations such as the World Health Organization and UN-Habitat. He has received multiple teaching awards at UC Berkeley, reflecting his commitment to community-engaged teaching and public service.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.