Associate Professor of Epidemiology, Megan Romano, is featured in an article about the risk of PFAS exposure during pregnancy. “Some toxins sneak through because they’re similar in shape and size to things that the fetus might need to grow,” Romano says. In the News: Megan Romano in WebMD
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Elevated maternal blood pressure during pregnancy influences circulating miRNAs
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association led by Elizabeth Anderson and Dr. Caitlin Howe examined whether elevated blood pressure during pregnancy is associated with changes in circulating miRNAs. They found that high maternal blood pressure during pregnancy, including in the subclinical range, was linked […]
The Art of Mindful Living at Dartmouth College
On April 1-7 2025, the Epidemiology Department helped to sponsor The Art of Mindful Living at Dartmouth College. This week of mindfulness practice and instruction was led by Zen Buddhist monastics from Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Our department’s Diane Gilbert-Diamond, one of the chief organizers […]
Maternal diet quality may influence circulating miRNA profiles during pregnancy
A recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition led by Dr. Meghan Muse and Dr. Caitlin Howe found that during pregnancy, circulating levels of select miRNA may be altered by maternal diet quality, specifically the consumption of red and processed meat. These miRNAs are known to regulate genes […]
Even Small Effects from Environmental Exposures to Toxins Can Have Big Effects in Vulnerable Populations, Finds New Dartmouth Study
Epidemiology’s Janet Peacock was recently featured in Geisel news for her new publication “Even Small Effects from Environmental Exposures to Toxins Can Have Big Effects in Vulnerable Populations, Finds New Dartmouth Study.” The full article can be found here.
Geisel School of Medicine new dean search committee
A new search for the next dean of the Geisel School of Medicine is underway. The committee member list, which includes Epidemiology’s own Paula Median Diaz, has been released. Please take a minute to read the article released on November 1st.
Postdoctoral Researcher takes third prize at conference in Crete Greece
Postdoctoral Researcher Leyre Notario Barandiaran presented an NHBCS project at the “Cretan Lifestyle Mediterranean Tradition & Modern Applications, 3rd Annual Experiential Conference” in Crete, Greece. Leyre won third prize in the “Young Investigators Competition”. Please help us congratulate Leyre for a job well done!
“The Department of Epidemiology celebrates Postdoc Appreciation Week”
The Department of Epidemiology celebrates Postdoc Appreciation Week. Check out our Epi Postdocs Ahlam, Leyre, and Paula.
Elevated maternal glucose may alter circulating miRNAs during pregnancy
New findings from a team led by Elizabeth Anderson and Dr. Caitlin Howe identified a number of miRNAs in circulation during pregnancy that may be altered by elevated maternal glucose levels. These miRNAs are important for placental development, insulin signaling, and appetite regulation and could provide insights into mechanisms by […]
Epidemiology Seminar Series
The Epidemiology department is excited to announce our Epidemiology Seminar Series, and we hope you will join us as Brock Christensen presents “DNA-based Cell Typing Using Methylation Cytometry: Methods Development & Applications” on September 25 from 12-1pm in Auditorium H. Please also join us after the discussion from 1-1:30pm on […]