Dr. Mudia Uzzi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mudia Uzzi, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health. Uzzi leads transdisciplinary community-based research aimed at advocating for place-based solutions that address the root causes of violence, overdose, and other health-related issues. Their work focuses on understanding how social determinants impact health outcomes, particularly in relation to firearm violence, drug overdose, and suicide. Uzzi's research emphasizes the importance of spatial and social epidemiology, examining the interplay between structural racism and health inequities. Through community engagement and policy advocacy, they strive to promote effective public health strategies within neighborhoods and address societal challenges such as substance use disorder and housing insecurity. Uzzi has contributed to multiple honors and awards recognizing their innovative research and impact in public health.

Research Interests

Awards

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National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) New Investigator Research Award

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Science Oral Presentation Award Finalist—Early Career/Student Category

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Impact Science Award

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NIDA Diversity Scholars Travel Award

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Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society Inductee

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Harvard Injury Control Research Center (HICRC) Research Award

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Multidisciplinary Science Award

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Brooks Webb Student Paper Competition Award

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Reverend Melvin B. Tuggle East Baltimore Community Excellence Award

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Health Policy Research Scholars Dissertation Award

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Excellence Baltimore Public Health Practice Award

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Susan P. Baker Scholarship

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21st Century Cities Initiative Award

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.