Public Health

Scientists increasingly are discovering new links between human health and our environment. The Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment brings world-class experts in medicine, environmental health and other disciplines together to solve complex challenges in resource-scarce areas. Woods’ Water, Health and Development program works with global partners to deliver affordable, sustainable water supply and sanitation services. In Haiti, an initiative launched by Stanford graduate students is reducing water contamination from human waste while creating jobs. In Bangladesh, a Stanford-led team is developing low-cost devices that treat water at the point of collection for thousands living in urban slums. In Senegal, researchers funded by Woods’ Environmental Venture Projects program are pioneering natural approaches to curb the spread of a deadly parasitic disease. Through these and other projects, Stanford researchers are working to sustain the health and well being of people around the world.