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Katherine A. Stamatakis is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the College for Public Health and Social Justice, Saint Louis University. She also serves as the Director of the Master of Public Health program, demonstrating leadership in public health education and translational research.
Education:
- Ph.D., Epidemiology, University of Michigan
- M.P.H., Epidemiology, Saint Louis University
- B.A., Anthropology, University of Missouri-Columbia
Her research centers on chronic disease epidemiology, with a strong emphasis on implementation science—ensuring that public health research translates into real-world practices. She investigates how local health departments can effectively implement obesity prevention strategies, particularly in underserved populations. Her work integrates sleep and metabolic factors as key determinants in chronic disease development.
Dr. Stamatakis is actively funded by prestigious organizations including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Her research builds upon prior training supported by a KL2 Career Development Grant from the NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award, highlighting her trajectory in translational public health science.
Scientific Awards and Recognition:
- KL2 Career Development Grant, NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award
She advises public health practice through research and program leadership, contributing significantly to capacity-building in local public health systems. Her work bridges academic research and community implementation, ensuring public health innovations reach those who need them most.
Dr. Stamatakis is affiliated with key professional organizations in epidemiology and public health, though specific names are not listed. She is based at the Wool Center, Second Floor, 3545 Lindell Blvd., Room 276G, St. Louis, MO 63103.
