معرفی
Keshia Pollack Porter, PhD, MPH, is the Bloomberg Centennial Chair and Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She also directs the Institute for Health and Social Policy (IHSP). Her work focuses on advancing policies addressing health equity through structural drivers and cross-sector collaboration.
Education:
- PhD, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2006)
- MPH, Yale School of Public Health (2002)
- BA, Tufts University (2000)
Research Interests:
Dr. Porter's research emphasizes health equity, built environments, injury prevention, and evidence-based policy. She co-authored Policy Engagement (2023) and directs the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Health Policy Research Scholars program, training future health policy leaders.
Scientific Awards:
- Member, National Academy of Medicine (2023)
- Bloomberg Centennial Professor (2021)
- Johns Hopkins Distinguished Alumna Award (2018)
- Delta Omega Honorary Society (2006)
Advocacy & Grants:
Her work spans policy analysis, health impact assessments, and community interventions. She leads initiatives like Play Streets to promote physical activity in underserved areas.
Labs/Tech:
Affiliated with centers including the Center for Health Disparities Solutions and the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy.
