Department of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics

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Department Overview
From analysis of infectious diseases to deriving new scientific discoveries in the biomedical and health sciences, biostatistics is a collaborative field that reaches across disciplines. The Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at Rollins prioritizes collaboration, consulting, theory, and methodological research.
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Programs
Programs in Biostatistics
The BIOS department offers both an MPH and MSPH, numerous dual degree options, and a PhD program.
Emory College and Rollins jointly offer a five-year bachelor of arts (BA) and master of science in public health (MSPH) degree program. Through this program, students can complete a BA/BS degree at Emory College (most likely with a major concentration in Mathematics and Computer Sciences) and a MSPH in biostatistics at Rollins in five years.
View ProgramFrom analysis of infectious diseases to deriving new scientific discoveries in the biomedical and health sciences, biostatistics is a collaborative field that reaches across disciplines and uses statistical theory and methods to solve biological problems. Biostatisticians apply statistical theory and methods to solve the problems that affect people’ s physical, social, and mental well-being. The MPH in Biostatistics trains students in quantitative methods that can improve human health with a strong focus on statistical modeling and data analysis.
View ProgramThe Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) in Biostatistics is designed for students with strong quantitative skills and an interest in research. It provides rigorous training in biostatistical methods and their applications, as well as coursework in epidemiology and core courses from other public health disciplines. Our mission is to develop, apply and provide training in quantitative methods that can improve human health by teasing out the information contained within modern data.
View ProgramThe MSPH in Data Science equips students with the skill set they need to identify and apply appropriate algorithms for data collection, curation, and analysis to address real-world problems in public health. Students are trained to meet the needs of a high-demand and rapidly advancing health research field. Students will also be trained in foundational topics in public health such as health care systems, health promotion and management, and evidence-based approaches to public health.
View ProgramThe PhD in Biostatistics is designed for students with strong quantitative skills and a background or interest in the biological, medical, or health sciences. The program is ideal for students seeking to deepen their knowledge of biostatistics through advanced course work, research, analysis, and collaboration. To the extent possible, the curriculum can be tailored to each student’s individual background and interests.
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Our Collaborative Faculty
The BIOS department is home to award-winning faculty devoted to collaborative research and hands-on learning. At Rollins, you’ll get to collaborate one-one-one with today’s top leaders in the field.
Our Experts, Driving Innovation
Our Students at the Forefront
The future of biostatistics research starts with our PhD students, who drive the field forward while they study in our department.

Research

Our Research
Department faculty, staff, and students are active in public health research on a national and international scale, applying state-of-the-art statistical methods to help researchers in other fields.
BIOS News
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Two Rollins Professors Receive University-Level Teaching Awards
This year, Emory University recognized two Rollins faculty members, both from the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, for their teaching excellence.

Rollins 2025 Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrates Exceptional Students, Faculty, and Staff
Rollins faculty, staff, and students came together on April 28 to celebrate community members during the 2025 Annual Rollins Awards Ceremony.

2024: A Year of Growth
Throughout 2024, Emory's Rollins School of Public Health expanded its academic offerings, advanced innovative public health research and practice, and grew its impact. Faculty, staff, and students helped move public health forward and create a healthier world for all. These are a few highlights from the past year.

David Bray Wins the 2023-2024 Distinguished Achievement Award
David Bray, PhD, was selected for the 2023-2024 Distinguished Achievement Award by the RSPH Alumni Association Board.
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