Michelle A. Williams, Sc.D.
Dean Emerita, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
- Company:Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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Michelle A. Williams, Sc.D.
Dean Emerita, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Michelle A. Williams, ScD, is one of the most influential epidemiologists of her generation, combining rigorous scientific research with transformative academic leadership to advance global public health. Currently serving as Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, she brings an interdisciplinary perspective shaped by her background in biology, engineering, and epidemiology.
Dr. Williams previously served as Dean of the Faculty at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, providing strategic leadership for one of the world’s premier public health institutions. Her research portfolio encompasses more than 550 scientific publications focusing on reproductive, perinatal, and molecular epidemiology with particular emphasis on addressing health disparities.
Elected to the National Academy of Medicine in 2016, Dr. Williams’ commitment to mentoring future public health leaders has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring from the White House (2012) and Harvard Chan School’s Outstanding Mentor Award (2015). She received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2020.
Dr. Williams holds an undergraduate degree in biology and genetics from Princeton University, a master’s degree in civil engineering from Tufts University, and both master’s and doctoral degrees in epidemiology from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.