Environmental Health Sciences
The mission of the Environmental Health Sciences department is to understand, prevent and mitigate the impacts of environmental exposures and climate change on human health by leading cutting-edge research, training the next generation of public health professionals and partnering with impacted communities.
Environmental Health Sciences esteemed faculty combine laboratory science, field research, and community-based efforts to understand the impact of the environment on human health.
Who We Are
A message from Andrea Baccarelli, PhD, MD, MPH, Chair of the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at Columbia University.
Message From the Chair
Programs
Environmental Health Sciences offers four degrees that focus on understanding, preventing and mitigating the impacts of environmental exposures and climate change on human health.
Environmental Health Sciences research centers and labs examine how the environment and climate change impact human health and translate the findings into updated public health policies.
Research
See if Columbia’s Environmental Health Sciences program is the right fit for you.
Prospective Students
Looking for course information? Certificate requirements? Practicum support? You've come to the right place.
Current Students
Undergraduate students, researchers and public health professionals can continue their education with a variety of educational offerings.
Non-Degree Offerings
Find out how to protect your family from pesticides, avoid BPA, make safer shopping choices, and more!
Community Resources
Support Our Work
Please consider supporting our work. Your gift goes directly and immediately toward our efforts to strengthen public health via research, education, and sharing information with community stakeholders.
