Overview
Welcome to the Institute of Public Health!
The Institute of Public Health (IPH) is dedicated to improving the health and well-being
of the population through excellence in public health education, research, community
service, and the translation of knowledge and scientific evidence into better health
policies and practices.
Our faculty and staff possess extensive research experience and expertise in various
disciplines, such as epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, preventive medicine,
communicable and non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, aging, occupational
and environmental health, injuries, health promotion, health literacy, translational
research, health outcomes research, health economics, and technology assessment.
Collaboration is at the heart of our work at IPH. We actively engage with stakeholders
such as other universities, health authorities, government departments, hospitals,
clinics, and industry partners and internationally. Through these collaborations,
we aim to drive impactful change in public health practice and policy, ultimately
improving community health outcomes worldwide.
One of our notable achievements is pioneering the first mother and child cohort study,
known as the Mutaba´ah study, in 2017. Collaborating with hospitals and academic institutions nationwide, our
team aims to collect data on relevant exposures and observe health outcomes during
pregnancy, delivery, and childhood.
Since 2019, IPH has been an Associate Member of the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER), recognizing our commitment to promoting public health education and research. In
2023, IPH became a member of the International Union of Health Promotion and in 2024,
Planetary Health Alliance.
In 2022, we established the “Emirates Health Technology Assessment Unit (EHTA)” to collaborate with stakeholders in the UAE in the assessment of new health technologies.
This unit plays a crucial role in evaluating the impact of new technologies on the
health of the population.
In 2023, we expanded our research capabilities with the establishment of a new public
health genotoxicology laboratory, focusing on environmental and occupational health. This laboratory enables us to
conduct cutting-edge research in this field and contributes to the understanding of
factors in the general and work environment affecting the health of exposed populations.
At IPH, we strive to be at the forefront of public health research, education, and
service. Our dedication to improving health outcomes is driven by our passionate faculty,
staff, and collaborators who work tirelessly to make a positive impact on the health
of communities both locally and globally.
Teaching
At the Institute of Public Health (IPH), we are committed to providing comprehensive
and dynamic teaching experiences across various undergraduate and graduate programs.
Our teaching methodologies are diverse and tailored to foster a deep understanding
of public health principles and practices.
For the undergraduate MD program, IPH offers a range of courses throughout the pre-medical, pre-clinical, and clinical
phases. These courses cover essential topics such as epidemiology, disease prevention
and control, health promotion, and public health systems. Our faculty employs various
teaching and learning methods to engage students and enhance their learning experience.
In addition to undergraduate teaching, IPH oversees the professional Master of Public Health (MPH) part-time program. This program offers courses encompassing various domains
of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, environmental
health, and global health. Successful completion of the program can lead to a career
in public health practice, working in health authorities, academic public health or
epidemiology, or research.
Moreover, IPH offers a PhD in Public Health program, providing advanced research training to students interested in pursuing doctoral
studies. Research topics reflect the diverse research interests of our students and
faculty.
The IPH faculty teaches other postgraduate courses, including the Residency Program
in Community Medicine, Master’s of Medical Sciences, PhD in Biomedical Sciences, and
the professional Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program.
Throughout our teaching duties, IPH is dedicated to fostering critical thinking, research
skills, and professional development among our students. We strive to equip them with
the knowledge and tools necessary to address complex public health challenges and
make meaningful contributions to the field.
Research
The main research areas of the Institute of Public Health encompass a wide range of
topics. Some of the key research areas include:
- Chronic Disease Epidemiology: Investigating the epidemiology, risk factors, and prevention strategies for chronic
diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and respiratory diseases.
- Infectious Disease Control: Studying the transmission dynamics, prevention, and control measures for infectious
diseases, including emerging pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.
- Maternal and Child Health: Researching factors influencing maternal health, infant mortality, child development,
and interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
- Environmental Health: Examining the impact of environmental factors on human health, including air and
water quality, pollution, occupational exposures, and climate change.
- Occupational Health: Investigating workplace hazards, occupational diseases, injury prevention, and promoting
worker safety and health in various industries.
- Health Promotion and Behaviour: Exploring health behaviours, social determinants of health, health education, health
literacy and interventions to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent disease.
- Injuries and Safety: Investigating burden and risk factors for unintentional and intentional injuries,
including traffic-related, at home, at schools, among children and elderly.
- Global Health: Addressing health disparities, infectious disease outbreaks, access to healthcare,
and health system strengthening initiatives in low-resource settings worldwide.
- Epidemiological Research Methods and Biostatistics: Advancing methodologies for epidemiological studies, including study design, data
analysis, and interpretation, to enhance the rigor and validity of public health research.
- Community Health and Needs Assessment: Conduct community-based research to assess health needs, disparities, and assets
and develop targeted interventions to address identified health concerns.
- Health Systems Research: Investigating healthcare delivery systems, access to care, health technology assessment,
healthcare financing, quality improvement, translation of research to practice, and
policy evaluations to optimize healthcare delivery and outcomes.
Through these research areas, the Institute of Public Health aims to generate evidence-based
solutions, inform public health policies, and contribute to improving population health
locally, nationally, and globally.
To access the research profiles of individual faculty members, kindly use the following
link:
Department of Public Health Institute — United Arab Emirates University (uaeu.ac.ae)
Publications
To browse the publication and research activities click here.
Resources – Ebook, IPH Newsletters, Training and workshops, Abstract book of Clerkship
Projects
Resources
E-book , IPH Newsletters, Training and workshops, Abstract book of Clerkship Projects
General Enquiries
Thank you for your interest in the Institute of Public Health. We welcome your query
and encourage you to contact us using the information below:
United Arab Emirates University,
College of Medicine and Health Sciences
P.O.Box: 15551, Al Ain, UAE
Email: Cmhs.office@uaeu.ac.ae
