David C. Schwebel

David C. Schwebel is a University Professor and Associate Vice President for Research Facilities and Infrastructure at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He directs the UAB Youth Safety Lab.

Research focuses on understanding and preventing unintentional injuries in children, adolescents, and young adults. Specific risk factors studied include temperament, physical ability estimation, cognitive development, and supervision.

Schwebel has developed prevention techniques including virtual reality pedestrian safety training, remote car seat installation, lifeguard training, and safety programs in rural China and South Africa. His research has been funded by NIH, CDC, DOT and other agencies.

Honors include Woodrow Wilson Scholar, Fulbright Award, and Fellow of the American Psychological Association.