Jun Chu

Jun Chu is an Assistant Professor of Public Health in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Public Health at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), where she conducts research at the intersection of health policy and immigrant health in the United States.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Maryland, College Park (2022)

Research Interests: Dr. Chu investigates healthcare access and utilization among immigrant populations, the experiences of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) patients and caregivers, and the impact of social risk factors on health outcomes. Her work employs quantitative methods to analyze health disparities, with emphasis on policy impacts like the Affordable Care Act and Children's Health Insurance Program. Key themes include immigrant health equity, dementia caregiver burden, and mental health service utilization across vulnerable populations.

Recent Publications: Analysis of Dr. Chu's 12 publications (2019-2025) reveals consistent focus on health disparities through three interconnected lenses: 1) Policy impacts on immigrant healthcare access (e.g., ACA, CHIP), 2) ADRD-related economic and psychological burdens on caregivers, and 3) Social determinants influencing pediatric/adolescent care quality. Her quantitative approach spans health economics, epidemiology, and services research, with increasing attention to intersectional disparities.

Scientific Awards: No awards are listed in available sources.

Advising and Grants: While specific students and grants aren't documented, Dr. Chu's role as Assistant Professor implies graduate student mentorship in public health research. Her publication record suggests active grant-seeking in NIH/NSF-funded areas of immigrant health and dementia care.

Research Teams: No dedicated labs or research teams are specified, though her work involves statewide (Maryland) and California-based health system collaborations.