Dr. Lauren Grant

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lauren Grant is an Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College, specializing in Environmental Public Health. She holds the Marion Herb Hallatt Beau Valley Professorship in the Human-Animal Bond. Her collaborative research program focuses on prevention and control of enteric illnesses and companion animal zoonoses, as well as the implications of pet ownership as a social determinant of health. Her lab utilizes population health data analytics to inform interventions aimed at improving population health and reducing health inequities. She actively supervises graduate and undergraduate students, guiding them through research and offering opportunities in Public Health. Grant is committed to inclusivity and encourages trainees from underrepresented groups to apply for positions in her lab. Teaching responsibilities include courses in Epidemiology and Public Health Research. Grant's contributions to the field are reflected in her numerous publications, which can be found on her Google Scholar profile.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2025-10-01 — Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in Environmental Public Health.

Courses

POPM 4040: Epidemiology of Food-borne Diseases POPM 6600: Public Health Research

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).