Our researchers conduct qualitative research, sophisticated quantitative modeling, laboratory-based experiments, and formative research with community partners to develop and test behavior change theories and to implement, evaluate and disseminate interventions that promote healthier behaviors.
Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity
Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity (CHPHE)
Improving and advancing health equity through interdisciplinary and community-engaged research, education and advocacy.
Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity (CHPHE)
Improving and advancing health equity through interdisciplinary and community-engaged research, education and advocacy.
Meet faculty and researchers from the Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity.
Recent CHPHE news and announcements
See more The Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity (CHPHE) is thrilled to welcome Gabby Headrick, Ph.D., MSPH, RDN, as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University’s School of Public Health.
Explore key takeaways on integrating climate resilience and health equity into physical activity interventions from SBM's Outlook Summer 2026 issue titled “Promoting Physical Activity in the Era of Climate Change: Expert Perspectives on the Co-Benefits, Tradeoffs, and Future Directions”.
July 14, 2026
News from SPH
Growing a healthier climate
Why talking about climate change won't save our food system—but focusing on human health just might.
Take a Deeper Dive
Read stories and listen to interviews with researchers focusing on health promotion and health equity at the Brown University School of Public Health
Navigating Nutrition
Professor Alison Tovar investigates children's food environments and the factors that shape our eating behaviors early in life. Hear about her community-based work developing engaging interventions to improve children's eating habits, and get tips for encouraging healthier food habits for your kids, too!