David A. Savitz

David A. Savitz is a renowned epidemiologist and public health expert, known for his significant contributions to the field of environmental epidemiology. He is currently the Vice President for Research at Brown University and a Professor of Epidemiology in the Brown University School of Public Health.

Early Life and Education

David A. Savitz was born in America. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Rochester, where he majored in psychology. He then pursued his Master's degree in Preventive Medicine from the Ohio State University, followed by a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health.

Career

Savitz started his career as an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado. He later served as the Charles W. Bluhdorn Professor of Community and Preventive Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and the Director of the Disease Prevention and Public Health Institute.

In 2010, Savitz joined Brown University as a Professor of Epidemiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Pediatrics. He also serves as the Vice President for Research, overseeing the university's research endeavors across various disciplines.

Research

Savitz's research primarily focuses on environmental influences on pregnancy and child health, cancer epidemiology, and health effects of non-ionizing radiation. He has published numerous research articles and has been recognized for his work on the health effects of electromagnetic fields and pesticide exposure.

Awards and Recognition

Savitz is a fellow of the American College of Epidemiology and the American Epidemiological Society. He has received several awards for his contributions to the field, including the Robert A. Kehoe Award of Merit from the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.