معرفی
Mary D. Willis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the Boston University School of Public Health, with core faculty affiliation at the Institute for Global Sustainability. Her research integrates environmental epidemiology, spatial exposure assessment, and econometric-based causal inference to analyze energy sector and built environment impacts on reproductive health.
Education:
- PhD in Environmental & Occupational Health, Oregon State University
- MPH in Epidemiology, University of Rochester
- BA in Epidemiology & Environmental Studies, University of Rochester
Research Focus: Dr. Willis examines how oil and gas development, traffic-related air pollution, and neighborhood characteristics affect fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and mental health, with emphasis on policy-relevant frameworks. Recent work includes a 20-year Texas cohort study on traffic pollution disparities and a 2025 high-resolution Boston study on transportation emissions.
Scientific Awards:
- NIH Director’s Early Independence Award (2022)
- International Society for Environmental Epidemiology Travel Awards
- Warren & Frederica Schad Fellowships
- Best Oral Presentation Awards (Cascadia, CARTEEH)
Grants: PI of NIH-funded Preconception Cohort Study on Oil and Gas Development (2022-2027), co-investigator on Health Effects Institute TRANSIT Accountability Study of vehicle emission regulations. Her work spans climate change, energy equity, and urban health interventions.
