Research in the School of Health Studies
At Western’s School of Health Studies, our research advances health and well-being across six dimensions: physical, mental, interpersonal, ecological, sociocultural, and sociopolitical, with equity embedded throughout. Our scholars lead interdisciplinary and inclusive research in health and health care that strengthens systems and policy, builds capacity for faculty and students, and mobilizes knowledge to improve lives locally and globally. Guided by this framework, we strive to translate research into real-world impact.
Our scholars lead interdisciplinary, inclusive, and globally connected research that strengthens health systems and policy, builds capacity for faculty and students, and mobilizes knowledge to improve lives locally and worldwide.
#1
Health Sciences program in Canada*
11,000+
citations on publications since 2018
308
internationally partnered publications spanning 89 regions
Through these efforts, we strive to generate knowledge and translate it into real-world impact. The Six Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing provide the cohesive framework that guides all our teaching and research, ensuring continuity across diverse topics and embedding equity at every level.
Explore how our research is shaping healthier futures:
Six Dimensions
Scholars in Western’s School of Health Studies centre their work on six key dimensions of health and wellbeing.
MoreResearch Impact Report
Research with impact drives the work of the School of Health Studies, advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes locally and around the world.
MoreResearcher Profiles
Meet world-leading researchers in the School of Health Studies who are driving excellence and making a global impact.
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