معرفی
Mary C. White is an Adjunct Professor in the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health. She retired from federal service in 2023 after roles including Branch Chief at the CDC's Division of Cancer Prevention and Control. Her expertise spans epidemiology, cancer prevention, and environmental health, with a focus on translating research into public health practice.
Education: BA from University of Rochester, MPH in Epidemiology from University of Michigan, ScD in Epidemiology & Occupational Health from Harvard University.
Research Interests: Cancer prevention strategies, chronic disease management, environmental health risks, health disparities, and social determinants of health. Her work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to address public health challenges like air pollution risks and cancer control.
Scientific Contributions: Her articles focus on cancer screening disparities, epidemiology of chronic diseases, and public health policy. Notable topics include rural-urban health disparities, cervical cancer screening trends, and aging populations.
Awards & Affiliations: Recipient of the Emory Rollins Teaching and Mentoring Award. Active member of the American College of Epidemiology, American Public Health Association, and American Association for Cancer Research. She is also a Public Voices Fellow with The OpEd Project.
Grants & Advocacy: Led federal initiatives on cancer prevention and control, including collaborative research programs. Advocates for equitable access to preventive healthcare and evidence-based policymaking.
