Dr. Jennifer Cantrell's lab at NYU focuses on improving smoking cessation strategies specifically for individuals living with HIV. The lab employs innovative approaches to address the unique barriers faced by these smokers in clinical settings. By using a method called Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the team aims to develop a cost-effective and sustainable smoking cessation package that could improve health outcomes for this vulnerable population.

Katelyn Guastaferro's lab focuses on equipping parents with the skills and knowledge needed to prevent child sexual abuse (CSA). They have developed a program called Smart Parents Safe and Healthy Kids, which adds important prevention concepts to existing parent education programs. Their research aims to understand how these programs can effectively be implemented to improve community safety and reduce CSA rates, making a significant public health impact.

Dr. Angela Trude's lab at New York University focuses on improving access to healthy food for low-income families, particularly through online grocery shopping. The research aims to enhance fruit, vegetable, and legume purchases among families to combat food insecurity and reduce risks related to cardiovascular diseases. The lab tests innovative strategies that involve using text messages, financial incentives, and tailored shopping lists to encourage healthier food choices while addressing barriers to online grocery shopping.

The research lab led by James P Higham focuses on understanding how natural disasters, specifically hurricanes, influence biological aging in free-ranging rhesus macaques. By examining the effects of hurricanes on these animals, the lab aims to uncover how social support can buffer against the adverse health impacts associated with aging, particularly following such traumatic events. The findings could help inform interventions for aging populations in disaster-prone areas.

Dr. Suzanne Dikker's lab focuses on using innovative methods to study how infants develop their cognitive skills. Through remote assessments that include eye-tracking and ECG, the lab investigates how infants' attention and memory function as they grow. Their research aims to understand the relationships between caregivers and infants and how these interactions affect early development, with the goal of providing insights that could lead to better prevention and intervention strategies for developmental disorders.

Dr. Adolfo Cuevas's lab at NYU focuses on understanding how stress from the environment and personal relationships contributes to obesity and inflammation. The research aims to connect different types of stress to weight gain and related health issues by studying large groups of people over time. By doing this work, the lab hopes to find effective strategies to help prevent obesity and improve health, especially in older adults.

Dr. Ralph J. Diclemente's lab at New York University focuses on public health issues, particularly those affecting pregnant women. The lab conducts research to develop and evaluate interventions that aim to reduce alcohol consumption during pregnancy to prevent fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. By collaborating with various universities and healthcare institutions, the lab is dedicated to improving prenatal care and reducing alcohol-related birth complications.

Dr. Alexander S. Bennett's lab focuses on understanding and improving the health outcomes of military veterans affected by the opioid crisis. This research seeks to evaluate and implement community-based interventions that reduce opioid-related harms, particularly among those veterans who are not connected to traditional healthcare systems. By utilizing peer support and educational components, the lab aims to empower veterans to engage with healthcare options, ultimately improving their well-being and reducing risks associated with opioid use.