Monica Wang

Dr. Monica Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences at Boston University School of Public Health and an Adjunct Associate Professor at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She is also affiliated with Boston University’s Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS). Her research focuses on health equity, racial disparities, and community-engaged approaches to address chronic diseases. Dr. Wang has secured over $6 million in research funding and authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and policy documents.

Education:

• ScD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
• MS in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
• BA in Public Health, Tufts University

Research Interests:

Dr. Wang’s work examines structural inequities in health through the lens of social determinants, including systemic racism, workplace policies, and digital access barriers. She investigates interventions targeting obesity, mental health, and health misinformation. Her mixed-methods approach integrates community partnerships to ensure actionable outcomes for marginalized populations.

Publications Trends:

Her recent work highlights the impact of health misinformation on vulnerable groups, racial disparities in chronic disease management, and the role of workplace policies in promoting equity. Notable themes include leveraging AI for equitable healthcare and evaluating interventions to reduce health inequities.

Awards:

• 2023 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health (National Minority Quality Forum)
• 2022 Society of Behavioral Medicine’s Leading the Narrative Award

Grants & Advising:

Her $6M+ research portfolio includes NIH grants and foundation support for projects like the H2GO! program to reduce sugary drink consumption among youth. She collaborates with policymakers and social media companies to combat health misinformation.

Labs & Teams:

Dr. Wang leads interdisciplinary teams at BU and Harvard, emphasizing community partnerships. Her work is featured in major media outlets like The New York Times and NPR.