Dr. Melody Goodman

Professor

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Biography

Melody S. Goodman is a biostatistician and research methodologist at the NYU School of Global Public Health. Her work focuses on defining problems in urban health and developing solutions through partner-engaged research approaches. Goodman’s research aims to provide a rigorous understanding of social risk factors that contribute to health outcomes, especially among high-risk populations. She conducts translational research to bridge the gap between research and practice, employing cutting-edge statistical analysis methods to enhance study design and measurement. With support from numerous funders, including the National Institutes of Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, she has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles. Goodman's contributions span areas of prevention, intervention, and policy. She has led the development of the Research Engagement Survey Tool, which quantitatively measures partner engagement from a non-academic perspective, enhancing collaboration in research projects.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow

2021-01-01
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Societal Impact Award

2021-01-01
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Network Builder Award

2019-01-01
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Rock Doc

2013-01-01
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Intensive Cohort II

2013-01-01
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Women of the Year - Health

2010-01-01
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President’s Award for Teaching Excellence

2009-01-01
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President’s Award for Excellence in Team Achievement

2008-01-01

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.