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Jen Jen Chang is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at the College for Public Health and Social Justice, Saint Louis University. Her work bridges academic research and public health practice, with strong affiliations with the NIH, China CDC, Seoul National University School of Medicine, and Taiwan CDC. She actively contributes to community health through collaborations with the St. Louis County Department of Health and Parents as Teachers.
Research Interests: Dr. Chang's research centers on maternal and child health, with a focus on health disparities and social determinants. Her work investigates adverse birth outcomes, hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, gestational diabetes, sleep health, and mental health. She employs advanced epidemiological methods, including sibling and cohort studies, to uncover patterns and risk factors affecting vulnerable populations.
Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in environmental epidemiology, perinatal health, and health equity. Studies examine the impact of air pollution on birth outcomes and atopic dermatitis, racial disparities in vaccination, and interpregnancy factors influencing maternal and neonatal outcomes. Her methodological rigor is evident in work re-evaluating birth weight indicators and comorbidity indices.
Scientific Awards:
- NIH KL2 Multidisciplinary Clinical Research Career Development Program Scholar Award
Advising and Grants: Dr. Chang mentors students through courses such as PUBH 5030 and EPI 5020 and supervises practice experiences in public health education. She holds current NIH funding to study the relationship between sleep duration and postpartum depression. Her research is supported by both federal (NIH) and non-federal agencies, with collaborative grants involving international partners.
Labs and Teams: While no formal lab is mentioned, Dr. Chang leads a research team focused on maternal and child health epidemiology. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at Saint Louis University, Missouri Fetal Infant Mortality Review Committee, and international institutions including China CDC and Seoul National University. Her community-based work with Parents as Teachers highlights her commitment to translating research into practice.
