Research Divisions
Research Administrative Divisions
Research divisions provide the administrative home for faculty who lead research and engage in research collaboration and support across the School of Medicine and University.
Biostatistics
Research and consulting on the use of statistical techniques and methodologies as they apply to the study of basic science and human health. Division Director and Associate Chair for Research: Sarah Ratcliffe PhD
Biomedical Informatics
Research, teaching, and consulting on the application of computing and communications technology to biomedical research, consumer health and wellness, healthcare operations, and clinical care. Director: Jason Lyman, MD, MS
Translational Research & Applied Statistics
Provides the analytical infrastructure for basic, clinical, and translational research at the University of Virginia, specifically in cancer and in close collaboration with faculty and staff in the NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Director: Gina R. Petroni, PhD
Prevention, Equity, and Population Health Research
Besides areas of cancer research, this new division covers social inequities in healthcare with a focus on how we can bring services to underserved groups. Director: Roger Anderson, PhD
Public Health Sciences Education
Administers the varied educational areas of Public Health Sciences, including undergraduate, graduate and Graduate Medical Education programs. Director: Ruth Gaare Bernheim, JD, MPH