Dr. Kayoko Shioda

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kayoko Shioda is an Assistant Professor at Boston University School of Public Health specializing in infectious disease epidemiology and veterinary medicine. She obtained her PhD in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases from Yale University, her DVM from the University of Tokyo, and her MPH from Emory University. Her research is focused on the intersection of global health and veterinary medicine, with primary interests in vaccine epidemiology and the impact of climate change on health. Shioda employs Bayesian statistics and mathematical modeling to address challenges in infectious disease epidemiology. Her work aims to devise climate-resilient strategies to control zoonotic pathogens, particularly in resource-limited settings. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with local, state, federal, and international organizations across more than 30 countries. She is also dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within academia, believing in the transformative potential of education for underrepresented groups.

Research Interests

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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