PACE University has established the Center for Global Health, focusing on chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) and both communicable and non-communicable diseases through research, education, and advocacy. The center aims to tackle CRDs by increasing media engagement, promoting interdisciplinary research, and advocating for stronger policies.
José Luis Castro ’88, the World Health Organization (WHO) director-general’s special envoy for chronic respiratory diseases, will lead the center.
“Chronic respiratory diseases disproportionately affect vulnerable groups, yet they are often overlooked in health policies. The Center for Global Health will use research and advocacy to raise awareness on a global scale and work with communities to create sustainable solutions,” Castro stated.
Sonia Suchday, Ph.D., director of research and graduate education, will also play a key role in supporting the center’s initiatives.
“This initiative will allow us to explore the connections between health, the environment, and social factors in a meaningful way. By encouraging collaboration across disciplines, we can create research that leads to practical solutions for respiratory health issues in urban environments. The center will also address other rising global health challenges, including both communicable and non-communicable diseases,” said Suchday.
Details on PACE University’s Center for Global Health
Jonathan H. Hill, DPS, interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Pace University, emphasized the center’s role in offering new opportunities for students and faculty. “The Center for Global Health will open doors for vital research and policy work. By addressing chronic respiratory diseases and other health issues at local and global levels, we are reinforcing Pace’s dedication to innovation and public impact.”
With a strong foundation in biology, psychology, law, environmental sciences, health professions, and public health policy, the university is well-equipped to manage the center.
“The center will also provide practical experiences for students, such as research assistantships, internships, and involvement in policy discussions, preparing the next generation of public health leaders to address the most urgent global health issues,” the university said in a statement.
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