Dr. Tiffany Yip's lab at Fordham University focuses on understanding how social and environmental factors affect sleep quality and duration among ethnic/racial minorities and college students. The lab conducts a longitudinal study to explore the reasons behind sleep disparities, particularly during the transition to college, which can significantly impact health and academic success. The research incorporates innovative techniques like daily sleep diaries and biomarker assessments to provide a comprehensive view of sleep health among these populations.

Dr. Lindsay Till Hoyt’s lab focuses on understanding how economic and educational factors affect the health of young adults, particularly during their college years. They are studying a group of 2000 college students over three years to explore how financial stress, social support, and lifestyle choices influence issues like obesity and blood pressure. The research aims to develop interventions that can improve health outcomes for this critical age group, especially those facing economic challenges.