Kari Weber

Kari Weber, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), part of the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health. Her research focuses on birth and pregnancy outcomes, including structural birth defects, preterm birth, and maternal comorbidities, with particular attention to environmental exposures such as greenspace, air pollution, pesticides, and socioeconomic disparities. She holds a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2016), an MHS in Epidemiology from the same institution (2011), and a BA in Health and Humanities from the University of Southern California (2007).

Her work explores interactions between environmental factors, social determinants, and health outcomes, such as the role of greenspace in mitigating preeclampsia and preterm birth risks. Research trends in her publications emphasize data-driven approaches to identify risk factors for birth defects and hypertensive disorders, leveraging large-scale datasets like the National Birth Defects Prevention Study. She has co-investigator roles at the Arkansas Center for Birth Defects Research and Prevention and collaborates on initiatives like the Little Rock Green Schoolyard project.

Dr. Weber’s studies frequently address environmental justice, linking neighborhood characteristics to health disparities. While no specific scientific awards are listed, her contributions to epidemiological methodologies and maternal-child health are notable. Advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided text, but her research portfolio suggests active involvement in grant-funded projects.