Tyler Lane

Tyler Lane is a Senior Research Fellow in Planetary Health at Monash University’s Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. He is a key researcher on the Hazelwood Health Study, focusing on long-term public health impacts of environmental disasters. Originally from the United States, he has worked across four continents and brings interdisciplinary expertise in public health, occupational safety, and policy analysis.

• BA in Psychology, University of Connecticut (2006)
• MSc in Evidence-Based Intervention, University of Oxford (2009)
• DPhil in Evidence-Based Intervention, University of Oxford (2013)

Tyler's research centers on air pollution, public health, and quasi-experimental methods, particularly interrupted time series. His work extends to social policy analysis, workers’ compensation, and occupational health, with a focus on real-world impacts of environmental and policy changes. He actively uses the R statistical package for advanced data analysis.

His recent publications reveal a strong trend in environmental epidemiology, especially the long-term health effects of coal mine fires and extreme smoke exposure. He has also explored topics such as firearm and suicide rates, and the safety risks faced by educators. These studies often employ rigorous statistical designs and contribute to public discourse through media engagement.

Tyler has contributed to significant research projects funded by Safe Work Australia, including the development of national return-to-work strategies and evaluations of workers’ compensation interventions. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and wellbeing.

He supervises PhD students and is accepting new candidates through Monash’s Supervisor Connect program. While no formal awards are listed, his research has been widely disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and media outlets, indicating strong academic and public impact.

He has been involved in media features and interviews discussing educator safety and injury risks, highlighting his commitment to translating research into public awareness and policy change. His collaborations span institutions in Australia, the UK, and South Africa, reflecting a broad professional network.