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Stephen J. Lepore is Professor and Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the College of Public Health, Temple University. He also holds a Member position in the Cancer Prevention and Control program at Fox Chase Cancer Center, reflecting his strong interdisciplinary and translational research profile.
His research focuses on behavioral oncology, cancer prevention, survivorship, and health disparities, with a particular emphasis on developing and testing evidence-based interventions for vulnerable populations. He is the originator of the Social Cognitive Processing Model, which examines how interpersonal relationships affect psychological adjustment in cancer patients. His work frequently integrates digital health technologies such as mobile apps, text messaging, and online platforms to enhance intervention accessibility and effectiveness.
The trends in his recent publications highlight a sustained focus on tobacco control among low-income families, sexual health communication in breast cancer care, and the use of mHealth tools to support behavior change. His studies often employ rigorous methodologies including randomized controlled trials, mediation analyses, and psychometric validation, and are published in top-tier journals across public health, psychology, and oncology.
His scientific honors include being a Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine, receiving awards from the American Psychological Association and the Society of Behavioral Medicine, and earning a Fulbright Award. He has served as a charter member of the NIH Behavioral Medicine Interventions study section, underscoring his national leadership in the field.
- Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine
- American Psychological Association Award
- Society of Behavioral Medicine Award
- Fulbright Award
Dr. Lepore has led multiple federally and privately funded research projects over several decades, particularly in tobacco control, cancer survivorship, and behavioral interventions. While specific PhD or Master’s students are not listed, his extensive collaborative work suggests mentorship of junior researchers and trainees. His grants have supported large-scale trials such as the Kids Safe and Smokefree (KiSS) and Babies Living Safe and Smokefree (BLiSS) interventions.
His work is closely tied to clinical and community settings, particularly through partnerships with WIC programs and cancer centers. His research teams are interdisciplinary, involving psychologists, public health scientists, oncologists, and implementation experts. Current and future work continues to expand the use of digital tools to reduce health disparities and improve outcomes in cancer prevention and control.
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