Dr. Sally Zierler

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Biography

Sally Zierler is a Professor Emerita in Epidemiology at Brown University, with decades of research, teaching, and public health practice addressing the effects of social and biological interactions on population health. Her work has focused on women's health, particularly in the context of HIV infection, structural and interpersonal violence, social inequalities, and mind-body dynamics, including spirituality's impact on health. Zierler's research interests encompass HIV prevention and treatment, health disparities among women, the health effects of traumatic stress throughout the life course, and the compassionate love's impact on health outcomes. She has contributed significantly to understanding how social factors affect health through innovative epidemiologic methods and community-based public health practice. Her extensive publication history illustrates her commitment to addressing social inequalities in health, including research on disparities in access to HIV prevention strategies and the social determinants affecting women's health outcomes. Zierler has also held various leadership roles in public health organizations and received multiple awards for her contributions to the field of epidemiology and public health education.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics