Andrea Baccarelli
@deanbaccarelli.bsky.social
Dean of the Faculty at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Epidemiologist by training. Originally from Umbria, Italy. Passionate about sunrises, great food, and soccer. hsph.harvard.edu
This week, it is my privilege to welcome new students to Harvard Chan School (@hsph.harvard.edu) from 56 different countries and 36 states. I want each of you to know: You belong here. We are thrilled you are here and we are committed to your success.
Kjetil Bjornevik helped confirm Epstein-Barr virus as the leading cause of multiple sclerosis and has found that healthy diets in midlife may benefit long-term cognitive health. He recently spoke about his research and what’s next for his work. https://bit.ly/433hdyE
Exploring links between viruses and neurological disorders | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Kjetil Bjornevik recently spoke about his research and what's next for his work.
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Happy Commencement Day, Class of 2026! 🎓
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health@hsph.harvard.edu · 4mo agoCongratulations to Harvard Chan's Class of 2026, comprising 659 graduates. This morning, the graduates and their guests are in Cambridge for Harvard University's Commencement Morning Exercises at Tercentenary Theatre in Harvard Yard. Watch the ceremony at https://www.harvard.edu/live/
Thank you, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, for inspiring the Harvard Chan Class of 2026 with your beautiful words—and example!
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health@hsph.harvard.edu · 4mo agoDr. Rochelle Walensky, MPH ’01, former director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, delivers the Convocation speech for Harvard Chan School's Class of 2026. Watch the ceremony live at hsph.me/graduation #HarvardChan26
It has been a privilege to know you, to teach you, and to learn from you! I know our faculty feels the same way, too. Class of 2026: Congratulations!
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health@hsph.harvard.edu · 4mo ago@deanbaccarelli.bsky.social addresses Harvard Chan’s Class of 2026 at this year’s Convocation ceremony, celebrating a new generation of public health leaders prepared to turn evidence into action, confront global health inequities, and improve lives across disciplines and borders. hsph.me/graduation
This morning, the Harvard Chan community came together to honor staff, students, faculty, and researchers who have made exceptional contributions to the School and beyond. Congratulations to the 2026 award winners!
Today we celebrated the 2026 Harvard Chan School Awards—honoring our outstanding students, faculty & staff for excellence in teaching, mentoring, academic achievement, and the practice of #publichealth. Congratulations to all honorees: Your impact is powerful, deeply needed & only just beginning!🤩
During an upcoming Harvard Chan Studio event, two deans of leading schools of public health—@meganranney.bsky.social of @yalesph.bsky.social and @deanbaccarelli.bsky.social—will explore how to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape in public health education. Register to join us on Feb 5 at 1 pm ET:
Leading public health schools today and tomorrow: A conversation with Deans Megan Ranney and Andrea Baccarelli | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
In this fireside chat, two deans of leading schools of public health will explore how to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape in public health education.
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Had a wonderful time yesterday hearing from our Rose Service Learning Fellows and MPH students about their community‑engaged learning experiences, and the importance of thoughtful and hands‑on public health work. Thank you for having me!
On this Public Health Thank You Day, I’m proud to join colleagues across the country in celebrating the dedicated professionals who work every day to protect the health of all people and communities.
Last week, I was honored to attend an event on sports, mental health, and fostering a culture of compassion organized by the Black Student Health Organization and open to all at @hsph.harvard.edu.
Yesterday’s symposium honoring Lucian Leape was deeply moving. His pioneering work exposing medical errors has saved countless lives and transformed patient safety worldwide.
"When Ikigai Meets AI: Data-Driven Solutions for Global Health Equity" - a great presentation by Dr. Bethany Hedt-Gauthier, winner of the 2025 Lagakos Distinguished Alumni Award, given every year by our Dept of Biostatistics. Special to hear how being a student at our School shaped her career!
Dean Andrea Baccarelli (@deanbaccarelli.bsky.social) welcomed new students at last week’s orientation, sharing that Harvard Chan School “is the perfect place for you to explore how your skills and interests can best serve your goals and help you make the most impact in public health.”
Orientation 2025: For new Harvard Chan students, a warm welcome | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
New students at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health were welcomed to the School at Fall Orientation.
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📢 Exciting news: we’re launching The Weekly, a brand-new newsletter from Harvard Chan School! Be the first to know what’s happening at @hsph.harvard.edu and stay up to date on the latest in public health research and education. 👉 Sign up now: signup.e2ma.net/signup/19404...
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I'm so excited to see our campus buzzing with energy once again! 🥳 This year, we welcome students from 48 states & 39 countries—each bringing unique perspectives and passions to our collective mission of improving #publichealth. Let’s make this an inspiring and impactful year! 💪
"Be aesthetic," coached one of Ankur Pandya's children, as he put together this Day in the Life of a Harvard Chan Professor video. Thanks bsky.app/profile/anku... for sharing a day in your life! Which Harvard Chan faculty member or researcher do you want to see in a Day in the Life video next?
Pure joy! 🤩 That’s how we all felt yesterday as we celebrated the amazing achievements of the @hsph.harvard.edu Class of 2025.
Dean Baccarelli reminds the Class of 2025 of the values that guided them through their studies to today—the belief that every human being deserves good health, that rigorous science improves and saves lives, and that progress is always possible, even in the most difficult times. #HarvardChan25
Kicked off graduation week with the Harvard Chan School Awards, which recognize excellence in teaching & mentoring, academic achievement and public health practice. The dedication of these students, faculty and staff is truly inspiring. Congrats to all winners! 🎉 hsph.harvard.edu/news/graduat...
Harvard Chan Convocation rehearsals. The past few months have been challenging, but this week is all about our amazing graduates. 🎓 They give me hope about the future and I cannot wait to celebrate them tomorrow! 🤩
Our international students and scholars are integral members of the @hsph.harvard.edu community. At this most difficult and stressful of times, we will do everything we can to support you. hsph.harvard.edu/dean/news/ou...
Our essential international community | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
To the Harvard Chan community,
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In the wake of the cancellation of federal grant funding for more than 130 researchers at Harvard Chan School, faculty, staff, and students are speaking out about the havoc enveloping the School.
Funding cuts create ‘existential crisis’ at Harvard Chan School | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
In the wake of the cancellation of federal grant funding for more than 130 researchers at Harvard Chan School, faculty, staff, and students are speaking out about the havoc enveloping the School.
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Here are just a few of the ways our researchers are making a difference: hsph.harvard.edu/research-imp...
For more than 100 years, Harvard Chan School has worked to build a world where everyone can thrive. Our discoveries and solutions have improved life for millions of people around the globe. And we’re expanding that impact every day.
Our partnership with the federal government has powered discoveries and solutions that have saved tens of millions of lives around the world. 🌎 The funding has enabled breakthrough research on deadly diseases from cancer to Alzheimer’s to stroke to HIV. 🦠 hsph.harvard.edu/news/trump-a...
Trump administration freezes $2.2 billion in grants to Harvard | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
The Trump administration announced late Monday that it was moving to freeze $2.2 billion in grants and $60 million in contracts to Harvard University. The federal freeze came hours after Harvard rejec...
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To put it simply, research saves lives. Here's how scientists at @hsph.harvard.edu are improving #publichealth here in the US and all over the world with research powered by federal funding. hsph.harvard.edu/news/high-im...
High-impact research at Harvard Chan School powered by NIH funding | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Harvard Chan faculty have conducted groundbreaking research that has saved lives in the U.S. and around the world.
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