Work with thought leaders and academic experts in public health

Companies can greatly benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in the field of Public Health. These experts bring a wealth of knowledge and skills that can contribute to various aspects of a company's operations. Here are five key ways companies can benefit from working with Public Health researchers: 1. Health Policy and Regulation: Public Health researchers can provide valuable insights into health policies and regulations, helping companies navigate complex regulatory environments and ensure compliance. 2. Disease Prevention and Control: Public Health researchers can assist companies in developing strategies and programs to prevent and control diseases, improving employee health and reducing healthcare costs. 3. Health Promotion and Wellness: Public Health researchers can help companies design and implement wellness programs that promote healthy lifestyles among employees, leading to increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. 4. Data Analysis and Research: Public Health researchers are skilled in data analysis and research methodologies. They can help companies collect and analyze data to identify trends, evaluate interventions, and make evidence-based decisions. 5. Community Engagement: Public Health researchers have expertise in community engagement and can help companies build strong relationships with local communities. This can enhance corporate social responsibility efforts and improve brand reputation. By collaborating with Public Health researchers, companies can gain a competitive edge, drive innovation, and contribute to the overall well-being of their employees and communities.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in public health include Joel Hartter, PhD, Kostadin Kushlev, Jim Samuel, Dr. Justin Whalley, Ph.D, Jeffrey Townsend, Emmanouil Mentzakis, Konstantinos Tsavdaridis, Tensie Whelan, Catherine Tucker, Luke Connelly, Scott Baker, Giuliana Noratto, Martin Brauch, Sridhar Narayanan, and Dr. Ben Harrell.

Joel Hartter, PhD

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America
Sustainability Strategist & Implementation Expert | Sustainability Officer, Advisor, Consultant, Executive Director, Professor, Author | Driving Positive Impact and Innovation for a Sustainable Future
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Health
Other Research Interests (14)
human behavior
climate change and adaptation
sustainability
Geography, Planning and Development
Nature and Landscape Conservation
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Joel Hartter is an international expert in sustainability and a sustainable business strategist, with more than two decades of experience. His diverse career spans work across the value chain in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He has worked with dozens of organizations and industry leaders to embed sustainability within brands, align sustainability to create strategic growth opportunities, manage and mitigate risk, and create a compelling business proposition for sustainability. Joel brings his extensive knowledge, experience and network to every engagement, providing strategic guidance on sustainability and ESG goals for startups to Fortune 500 companies, local, state, and federal government, higher education, and non-profits each year. Joel takes his practice into the classroom, into the boardrooms, and into corporate offices, where he is committed to educating the next sustainability leaders and helping business turn intentions into actions, and accelerate their path do good for people and planet. He has published over 125 scientific articles and has taught tens of thousands of students and professionals, and has spoken on sustainability around the world. He founded of one the nation’s leading professional programs in sustainability, founded the nation’s first outdoor economy professional program that supports leadership develop for the $862B outdoor industry, led the development of a professional program focused on training leaders in sustainable development, was a National Geographic Explorer, and led the state of Colorado’s initiative to grow outdoor businesses and economies in communities. He teaches courses on sustainable development, circular economy, sustainability strategy, stakeholder engagement, and responsible business practices for over 20,000 students annually around the world.

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Luke Connelly

Professor of Health Economics, The University of Queensland, CBEH
Research Interests (43)
Health economics
insurance
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Human Factors and Ergonomics
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About
Luke Connelly is Professor of Health Economics at the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health. He also holds a Professorial appointment (part-time) at The University of Bologna, to which he was appointed in 2017 via the Italian “Direct Call” ([link](https://www.unibo.it/sitoweb/luke.connelly/en)) process. In 2019 he was appointed as Honorary Professor at The University of Sydney. His main interests are in health economics and insurance economics and the effects of institutions (including legal constructs) on incentives and behaviour. He has also worked in other fields of applied microeconomics, including education economics and transport economics. His publications include papers in *Review of Income and Wealth*, *Health Economics*, *Journal of Health Economics*, *Journal of Risk and Insurance*, *Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance*, *Accident Analysis and Prevention*, *Journal of Law and Medicine*, *Journal of Clinical Epidemiology*, *European Journal of Health Economics*, *International Journal of Health Economics and Finance*, *Social Science and Medicine*, *Economic Papers*, *Economic Analysis and Policy*, *Journal of Transport Economics and Policy*, *Labour Economics*, *Economics and Human Biology* as well as in a range of clinical journals, including *Lancet*. Luke has served on a number of public committees including the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC), which advises the Australian Minister for Health on the safety, efficacy, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of new and extant listings on Australia's Medicare Benefits Schedule. He has extensive service on other public committees and taskforces as well as extensive teaching and consulting engagements with industry. Over his career he has been a chief investigator on research grants and contracts totalling more than $67m. He is a member of the Editorial Boards of European Journal of Health Economics and the International Journal on Environmental Research and Public Health. He is a member of the International Health Economics Association's Arrow Awards Committee, which awards an annual prize in honour of Nobel Laureate Kenneth Arrow for the best paper in the field. He is currently Guest Editor (with Christophe Courbage) on a Special Issue of the Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance on Insurance and Emerging Health Risks. His current research interests include health service innovations to improve the health of people with chronic kidney disease(CKD). Ongoing interests include the economics of disability and insurance, compensable injury compensation schemes, and the determinants of health. Luke enjoys and has considerable experience teaching economics and health economics at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. In 2014 he was awarded the School of Economics Distinguished Teaching Award for his teaching on UQ's Master of Health Economics Program. In July 2016 and July 2019 he also taught summer schools in Health Economics and the Economics of Insurance at The University of Lucerne, Switzerland. Over the past 10 years he has been a chief investigator on grants totalling more than $70m.

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Example public health projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on public health?

Developing a Workplace Wellness Program

A Public Health researcher can collaborate with a company to develop and implement a comprehensive workplace wellness program. This program can include initiatives such as health screenings, fitness challenges, and educational workshops to promote employee health and well-being.

Evaluating the Impact of a Health Intervention

A company can partner with a Public Health researcher to evaluate the impact of a health intervention or program. The researcher can design and conduct a rigorous evaluation study to assess the effectiveness of the intervention and provide valuable insights for future improvements.

Assessing Occupational Health and Safety Risks

Public Health researchers can help companies assess and mitigate occupational health and safety risks. They can conduct workplace assessments, analyze data on workplace injuries and illnesses, and provide recommendations for improving safety measures.

Analyzing Health Data for Population Health Management

Companies can collaborate with Public Health researchers to analyze health data for population health management. The researchers can use advanced statistical techniques to identify health trends, risk factors, and opportunities for targeted interventions.

Designing and Implementing Health Education Programs

Public Health researchers can assist companies in designing and implementing health education programs for employees or target populations. These programs can focus on topics such as nutrition, physical activity, and disease prevention, promoting healthier lifestyles.