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Indiana University Indianapolis

Department of communication studies.

Ph.D. in Health Communication

Preparing you for teaching and research in health and interpersonal relationships.

Choosing to pursue a doctorate in the Health Communications program will prepare you for teaching and research in the areas of health and interpersonal relationships, intercultural health, and mediated communication in healthcare contexts. You will be prepared to tackle the development of healthcare campaigns as well as the ethical questions surrounding the communication of healthcare messaging. Your coursework will prepare you to engage with clinical problems affected by communication and develop your ability to translate research into practice, putting you in a prime position for advanced work in academic and healthcare professions.

Course Requirements

IU requires a minimum of 90 credit hours of approved graduate coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree.

A maximum of 30 credit hours of approved graduate work completed with a grade of B or better may be transferred with the approval of the advisory committee and the Dean of the University Graduate School.

All coursework taken for the Ph.D. must be completed within seven years prior to the passing of qualifying exams, including any transfer courses. Coursework that does not meet this criterion may be revalidated.

Overall, the requirements include core courses (15 credit hours), seminars in content areas focused on (but not limited to) interpersonal relationship communication, intercultural communication, mediated/campaign communication (at least 15 credit hours), minor (9-12 credit hours), field work/research (6-9 credit hours), and dissertation credits (12 credit hours).

Students may select from the courses offered within Communication Studies.  In addition, other cross-listed seminars from affiliated faculty in departments or programs such as the International Center for Intercultural Communication (ICIC).  Medical Humanities, Medical Sociology, and other health-related areas may count toward the student’s degree with approval from the student’s advisor.

Minor Area of Emphasis (9-12 credit hours):

All students must complete a minor in an area related to their primary health communication focus. The minor area of emphasis must be approved by the student’s advisor and advisory committee and contain a minimum of three graduate level courses (9 credit hours) in accordance with the department or unit in which the minor is housed. Some departments require a 12-credit hour minor.

Comprehensive Examinations:

All students must take written examinations that cover both broad knowledge of the health communication field as well as specialized knowledge of a chosen area of health communication. Comprehensive exams are taken after the student has completed a minimum of 39 credit hours (beyond the Master’s) including the required core, seminars, and minor coursework.

Fieldwork /Research (up to 9 credit hours):

All students are required to initiate or participate in original research with the approval of advisor. This field/research work is geared to focus the student’s research interest to serve as a springboard for the dissertation work.

Ph.D. Dissertation (up to 12 credit hours):

Dissertation credits are structured so that the student is unencumbered with completing coursework and can focus completely on conducting research and writing the dissertation for completion of the degree.

Core Courses

COMM-C 500 Advanced Communication Theory (3) COMM-C 504 Pro-Seminar in Communication Graduate Studies (3) COMM-C 592 Advanced Health Communication (3) COMM-C 680 Doctoral Qualitative Research Methods (3) COMM-C 690 Doctoral Quantitative Methods (3) COMM-C 695 Seminar in Communication and Healthcare (3) Seminars in Content Areas (at least 15 credit hours)

Admission Requirements:

Required coursework:.

Students entering the program must have at least a Master’s degree (minimum of 30 credit hours) in Communication or a related social science or health discipline.

Preference will be given to those students with degrees from communication studies programs.

Students should have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in their Master’s coursework.

Students are expected to have taken some foundational coursework in Communication. For students entering the program with no background in Communication, additional preparatory coursework in the discipline may be required as a condition of admission.

Required Testing

Beginning in 2021, interested applicants are no longer required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Revised General Test (Quantitative, Verbal, and Analytical Writing).  Applicants may still want to submit their GRE scores to be considered in their application, and they may do so.

Successful candidates typically have scores between 150-170 in Verbal Reasoning and in Quantitative Reasoning and a score between 4.0-6.0 in Analytical Writing.

In addition, non-native English speakers who did not complete a degree at a college or university in the U.S. must take an English competency test. The student may complete either of the following:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The expectation for admission is a minimum score of 88 on the TOEFL iBT (internet based test). Please note that this score represents the minimum that will be considered. In practice, we look for scores above 100.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 6.5; in practice, we look for an IELTS of 7 or more. It is required that applicants take the academic reading and writing modules, not the general training reading and writing modules. Please note that this score represents the minimum that will be considered. In practice, we look for scores above 7.

Additional Required Materials

• A written statement of purpose for entering this Ph.D. program
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals in professional positions able to judge success
• Curriculum vitae
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts
• A writing sample demonstrating academic writing ability

Undergraduate Record

Graduate School requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a scale of 4, and a minimum 3.0 average in the major field.

Applications will be viewed in their entirety. A candidate’s outstanding qualifications in one area can be balanced against more marginal qualifications in another dimension. Keep in mind that admission is competitive and financial support even more competitive. Most of the students admitted and supported will exceed the minimal requirements

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University of missouri, health communication.

At the Missouri School of Journalism, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of journalism, with a specific focus on health communication. Our researchers are actively engaged in a range of critical areas that have a direct impact on public health and well-being. We invite aspiring scholars to join us in our endeavors to analyze and address the pressing challenges in health communication. 

Our research efforts are centered around several key themes, all of which contribute to the improvement of health communication and its vital role in society: 

• Effects of health messages:  We investigate how health messages influence audience members and strive to enhance the effectiveness of public health messaging. By understanding the impact of different communication strategies, we aim to improve health outcomes and empower individuals to make informed decisions. 
• Public interest in medical research:  Our researchers explore innovative approaches to increase public interest and engagement in the field of medical research. By bridging the gap between scientific advancements and public understanding, we contribute to the dissemination of accurate and relevant health information. 
• Journalism’s response to misinformation and health inequity:  In an era of rampant misinformation, we investigate the roles and practices of journalists in combating false narratives and addressing health inequities. Through rigorous analysis and conceptual advancement, we aim to promote transparency, accuracy, and fairness in health journalism. 
• New communication technologies:  We explore the affordances of emerging communication technologies in enhancing health communication. From digital platforms to social media, we investigate how these tools can be effectively utilized to disseminate health information, engage communities, and promote positive health behaviors. 
• Narrative power in health news : Our researchers recognize the importance of narrative storytelling in health news. We study the use of narratives to improve comprehension, foster empathy, and effectively communicate health information to diverse audiences. 
• Cultural influences on health help-seeking:  Understanding the impact of cultural factors on health help-seeking behavior is crucial. Our research explores how cultural influences shape attitudes and behaviors related to seeking healthcare, aiming to develop strategies that promote inclusive and equitable health communication. 

By joining our team of dedicated scholars, PhD students will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research projects that address these critical aspects of health communication. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, rigorous analysis, and real-world impact, our program aims to shape the future of journalism and strategic communication in promoting public health and well-being. 

We welcome PhD students who are passionate about making a difference in health communication to join us in our scholarly endeavors. Together, we can drive positive change and create a healthier, more informed society. 

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You are welcome to  explore your research interests  with  doctoral faculty  who  specialize  in this area.

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Health and Risk Communication

Issues of health have become increasingly critical and complex, generating the need for individuals who can communicate effectively about health. The health communication program at Purdue University seeks to fulfill this growing need for trained health communicators by exposing students to the theory, research, and practice of health communication.

Program graduates pursue academic as well as professional careers in health communication.

Why Purdue for Health and Risk Communication?

• As a student in the Lamb School, you’ll work with some of the most productive scholars in the field.
• While you’re on campus, you’ll participate in stimulating and novel health communication courses that cover a wide variety of areas.
• You’ll have the opportunity to take additional courses across Purdue University in some of the nation’s leading health-related programs, including Purdue’s CEPH Accredited MPH. We’ll work with you to design a personally-tailored plan of study that best suits your needs and interests.
• Our program intentionally integrates theory and practice. While you’re studying here, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in internships and practical opportunities in health care settings.
• You’ll collaborate with faculty members and fellow graduate students on research projects.

Program Faculty and Areas of Interest

• Charlie Catalano :  Biopharmaceutical public relations, advertising and advocacy
• Bart Collins :  Health communication technologies, health behavior change models
• Ilwoo Ju :  Consumer decision making in health, branding strategies, marketing communication
• Marifran Mattson :  Health campaigns, health advocacy, and service-learning
• Evan Perrault :  Health campaign message design, healthcare marketing, program evaluation
• Felicia Roberts :  Provider-patient communication, human-animal interaction
• Hwanseok Song :  Risk Communication; trust and credibility; and social cognitive approaches to risk

Selected Graduate Course Offerings

Introduction to Health Communication, Health Campaigns, Health Advocacy Campaigns, Risk Communication, Interpersonal Communication in the Health Context, Provider-Patient Communication, Narrative Work of Health

Interdisciplinary Connections

In addition to courses offered within the Lamb School, students are encouraged to supplement their study of health communication with courses offered in the areas of  Human Development and Family Studies ,  Consumer Science ,  Health and Kinesiology ,  Health Sciences ,  Nursing ,  Pharmacy ,  Psychology ,  Sociology , and/or  Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies .

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With one of the nation's premier doctoral programs in Communication, the Annenberg School is a tight-knit, supportive community of scholars committed to advancing knowledge of our media environment.

Founded through the generosity and vision of publisher, diplomat, and philanthropist Walter Annenberg, the Annenberg School for Communication is devoted to furthering our understanding of the role of communication in public life through research, education, and service. Our five-year doctoral program has a strong reputation as one of the best in Communication, based on Annenberg’s unparalleled combination of world-class faculty , students , and alumni , as well as access to the larger intellectual and cultural resources of the University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia .

In an inherently interdisciplinary field, Annenberg researchers are engaged with a spectrum of topics related to health, politics, media systems, networks and digital culture, journalism, race and gender, and more, using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

Our Ph.D. program allows students to tailor a curriculum to suit their specific interests, and provides them the financial resources to launch their academic career. 

In addition to a full tuition waiver, our students currently receive an annual stipend as well as a budget for research and travel and health insurance for all five years.

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Please note that we do not have a standalone master’s degree program at this time. All students are admitted directly into the doctoral program.

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Health communication is the study of how health information is generated and disseminated and how that information affects individuals, community groups, institutions and public policy. The field includes the study of secular communication, as well as the strategic communication of evidence-based health information to professional and non-professional audiences.

As the demand for formal training in communication increases, the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has responded by establishing the Health Communication Concentration (HCC). This new concentration recognizes the need for formal and systematized training of students in health communication and provides a systematic, rigorous and conceptually grounded training for public health leaders, practitioners, and researchers.

Why Study Health Communication?

Every day we receive communications at home, work, or school. They come through various channels – from friends, family, co-workers, the Internet and the mass media–and carry a variety of messages. We pay selective attention to the communications we receive, and we seek information that is relevant to our needs. In such a crowded environment, health communications face serious competition.

Public health professionals need to be able to identify the contexts, channels, messages and reasons that will motivate individuals to heed and use health information – whether designing health communication programs for vulnerable populations, framing a health policy issue for legislators, or educating patients on medications.

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Departmental E-mail : commdept [at] iupui [dot] edu

Departmental URL:   http://liberalarts.iupui.edu/comm/

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Doctor of philosophy in health communication.

The Ph.D. program in health communication includes the following main program objectives.  Students will:

• Obtain competency for teaching and research in areas that include:  health and interpersonal relationships, intercultural health, and mediated communication in healthcare contexts including health campaign development.  Ethical questions regarding each of these health communication contexts will be explored as well.
• Initiate, participate, and develop competency in research on health and medical communication issues.
• Gain skills in understanding clinical problems affected by communication.
• Develop the capabilities necessary to translate research on clinical problems impacted by communication into practice.
• Receive training for academic jobs and healthcare professional positions.

Special Departmental Requirements

(See also general University Graduate School requirements.)

Admission Requirements

Required Coursework

• Students entering the program must have at least a Master’s degree (minimum of 30 credit hours) in Communication or a related social science or health discipline. Preference will be given to those students with degrees from communication studies programs.
• Students should have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in their Master’s coursework.
• Students are expected to have taken some foundational coursework in Communication. For students entering the program with no background in Communication, additional preparatory coursework in the discipline may be required as a condition of admission.

Required Testing

• Applicants are required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Revised General Test (Quantitative, Verbal, and Analytical Writing). While the Department of Communication Studies has not instituted a fixed minimum GRE-score requirement, successful candidates typically have scores between 150-170 in Verbal Reasoning and in Quantitative Reasoning and a score between 4.0-6.0 in Analytical Writing.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The expectation for admission is a minimum score of 88 on the TOEFL iBT (internet based test). Please note that this score represents the minimum that will be considered. In practice, we look for scores above 100.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 6.5; in practice, we look for an IELTS of 7 or more. It is required that applicants take the academic reading and writing modules, not the general training reading and writing modules. Please note that this score represents the minimum that will be considered. In practice, we look for scores above 7.

Additional Required Materials

• A written statement of purpose for entering into this Ph.D. program,
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals in professional positions able to judge success
• Curriculum vitae
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts
• A writing sample demonstrating academic writing ability

Undergraduate Record

Graduate School requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a scale of 4, and a minimum 3.0 average in the major field.

Applications will be viewed in their entirety. A candidate’s outstanding qualifications in one area can be balanced against more marginal qualifications in another dimension. Keep in mind that admission is competitive and financial support even more competitive. Most of the students admitted and supported will exceed the minimal requirements

Program Requirements

IU requires a minimum of 90 credit hours of approved graduate coursework beyond the Bachelor’s degree. A maximum of 30 credit hours of approved graduate work completed with a grade of B or better may be transferred with the approval of the advisory committee and the Dean of the University Graduate School. All coursework taken for the Ph.D. must be completed within seven years prior to the passing of qualifying exams, including any transfer courses. Coursework that does not meet this criterion may be revalidated.

Students entering the program must have at least a Master’s (minimum of 30 credit hours) in a related social science or health discipline, with preference given to those students with degrees from communication studies programs. Overall, the requirements include core courses (15 credit hours), seminars in content areas focused on (but not limited to) interpersonal relationship communication, intercultural communication, mediated/campaign communication (at least 15 credit hours), minor (9-12 credit hours), field work/research (6-9 credit hours), and dissertation credits (12 credit hours).

Core Courses (15 credit hours) required of all students

• C500 Advanced Communication Theory (3)
• C592 Advanced Health Communication (3)
• C680 Doctoral Qualitative/Rhetorical Methods (3)
• C690 Doctoral Quantitative Methods (3)
• C695 Seminar in Communication and Healthcare (3)

Seminars in Content Areas (at least 15 credit hours)

• Students may select from the courses offered within Communication Studies.  In addition, other cross-listed seminars from affiliated faculty in departments or programs such as the Indiana Center for Intercultural Communication (I.C.I.C.).  Medical Humanities, Medical Sociology, and other health-related areas may count toward the student's degree with approval from the student's advisor.

Minor Area of Emphasis (9-12 credit hours) : All students must complete a minor in an area related to their primary health communication focus. For example, a student hoping to work in a non-profit health organization might pursue a minor area of emphasis in public health, health informatics, or philanthropic studies. Students hoping to work in the government sector might pursue law and health, industrial organizational psychology, or public health. Minor areas of Ph.D. study might also include bioethics, nursing, bioinformatics, clinical psychology, medical sociology, marketing, social work, health economics, science, or any area in the health and life sciences disciplines or the Liberal Arts disciplines connected to the student’s area of primary focus. An interdisciplinary minor can be developed in consultation with the student’s advisor and advisory committee as well as a minor in research methods/tools. The minor area of emphasis must be approved by the student’s advisor and advisory committee and contain a minimum of three graduate level courses (9 credit hours) in accordance with the department or unit in which the minor is housed. Some departments require a 12 credit hour minor.

Comprehensive Examinations : All students must take written examinations that cover both broad knowledge of the health communication field as well as specialized knowledge of a chosen area of health communication. Comprehensive exams are taken after the student has completed a minimum of 39 credit hours (beyond the Master’s) including the required core, seminars, and minor coursework.

Fieldwork /Research (6-9 credit hours) : All students are required to initiate or participate in original research with the approval of advisor. This field/research work is geared to focus the student’s research interest to serve as a spring-board for the dissertation work.

Ph.D. Dissertation (12 credit hours) : Dissertation credits are structured so that the student is unencumbered with completing coursework and can focus completely on conducting research and writing the dissertation for completion of the degree.

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Health Communication Courses

Students in the PhD program are invited to take courses across any of our areas. A complete listing of courses in the PhD program can be found here .

Regularly scheduled courses in health communication include:

COMS 8400 – Health Communication in Organizing This course introduces students to research on health communication issues in organizing and provides a forum for developing a research agenda in this area. Underscoring course reading and assignments is the assumption that health, wellness, illness, and healing acquire meaning through symbolic interactions located within social, political, economic, and cultural structures.

COMS 8420 – Health Communication and Culture The purpose of this course is to examine the influence of culture on communicative aspects of patient and public health. The course explores theories of communication medical anthropology, and health education to understand the conceptual foundations of intercultural health. The course analyzes how peoples’ health beliefs play out in interactions with patients and providers, and examines how public health strategies can be designed for specific cultural contexts. The larger purpose of this course is to train graduate students to communicate more effectively with patients, providers, and the public in multicultural health care settings.

COMS 8430 – Relational Issues in Health Communication This course provides an overview of theory and research within the broad scope of relationships and health communication. Specifically, students gain an understanding of health communication in personal, peer, and provider/caregiver relationships, including research on how health conditions shape communication in these relationships, as well as how every day communication in these relationships influences health.  

COMS 8440 – Health Communication and Society

Seminar exploring the relationships among communication, public culture, and public perceptions of health and wellness. Surveys theoretical approaches (i.e., cultural studies, rhetorical analysis) and emphasizes the application of theory through writing and criticism. There is a strong emphasis on exploring current issues and challenges facing the health care industry and the public’s understanding of health and wellness.

COMS 8450 – Health Communication Campaigns

This course explores the theory and practice of communication campaigns that attempt to influence awareness, knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors related to health. Students examine theories and research that inform the development, implementation, and evaluation of campaigns with an emphasis on practical implications. The course also focuses on values and ethical dilemmas in the design and conduct of campaigns.

COMS 8460 – Persuasion and Social Influence in Communication

This course focuses on the processes through which attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors are shaped, reinforced, and changed via communication. The course provides a survey of theories and research in persuasion as well as analysis of contemporary examples of persuasive communication.

COMS 8470 – Communication and Uncertainty in Health and Illness

Uncertainty is common in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment for many illnesses, and in relationships among patients, care providers, and family members, where illnesses experiences are addressed. Communication is a source of illness-related uncertainty, a resource for dealing with such uncertainty, and most generally the medium through which the presence and meanings of uncertainty are constructed. This course examines the nature of illness-related uncertainty, and theory and research on communication and uncertainty related to instrumental, identity, relational, and affect management; it examines these issues in contexts such as health information seeking, health screening and genetic testing, diagnosis and medically unexplained symptoms, treatment decisions, including end-of-life care, and social support.

COMS 8480 – Environmental Communication

This course focuses on how we communicatively construct and affect the environment. Students analyze and critique a wide range of voices (e.g., citizen and community groups, Greens, corporations and lobbyists, scientists, anti-environmentalists, public officials and regulators, journalists) on a variety of environmental disputes. Students learn about environmental decision making and conflict resolution, advocacy, climate and environmental justice movements, science communication, and risk communication in the context of current environmental issues. The course is designed to accommodate primarily communication studies doctoral students, but it reviews foundational theories in sufficient detail to equip students from other programs to participate effectively. The course equips students to conduct original research on environmental communication and to engage in activism as appropriate to interests and exigencies.  

COMS 8490 – Special Topics in Health Communication Advanced seminar focusing on the role and dynamics of communication employed across a range of health contexts. Topic varies with instructor. Students may repeat the course as topics rotate for a total of 12 credits.  

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Annenberg is interdisciplinary by design. Members of the faculty and students come from a wide range of backgrounds, including Communication, Psychology, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, History, and Law. Students are also encouraged to supplement their Communication courses with those offered through one of Penn’s 11 other distinguished schools. The result is a vibrant intellectual experience that trains students to apply and adapt diverse theories and methods to the cutting-edge communication issues of the twenty-first century.

All doctoral students are fully funded for up to five years, including tuition and fees, health care, teaching and research fellowships, and dissertation research fellowships. All students also receive yearly research and travel funds, allowing them to develop their research and present it at major national and international conferences. In addition to formal classes, students are able to work with faculty on grant-and center-supported projects, attend and participate in frequent colloquia and workshops, and engage in research and learning opportunities around the globe — all designed to enhance their intellectual growth and professional training.

Annenberg alumni go on to productive and fulfilling careers in academia as well as in research-oriented private and public-sector institutions.

The Annenberg Ph.D. program represents a five-year commitment. In addition to satisfactory completion of the core courses, all students are required to take a noncredit proseminar as well as introductory classes in research methods and statistics. In order to progress to dissertation stage, candidates must  complete the following milestones: Qualifications Evaluation, Comprehensive Exams, and Dissertation Proposal and Oral Defense.

For more information: https://www.asc.upenn.edu/academics/graduate-program

View the University’s Academic Rules for PhD Programs .

Required Courses 

All Ph.D. students must take at least one separate class with each of at least five different members of the ASC standing faculty. The intent of this is to foster students’ knowledge of a diverse range of approaches to communication.

The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.

Sample Plan of Study

​​​​A typical course plan for a student entering the program without a Master’s degree includes these components:

• Seven semesters of courses, typically three courses per semester
• A Qualifications Evaluation (see below) at the end of semester 4
• A dissertation proposal defense in semester 8
• Dissertation research in semesters 8 through 10
• Dissertation defense and graduation at the end of semester 10

Program Milestones

• Qualifications Evaluation  (QE) is a review conducted to ensure doctoral students have the requisite skills, creativity, initiative, and plans to successfully complete their degree, including their dissertation. The QE must be completed at the end of the semester during which the student accumulates 12 classes (at least eight of which must be acquired at Penn) toward the degree, but no earlier than the end of the first year.
• Comprehensive Exams:  In order to advance to candidacy, become eligible to defend the dissertation proposal and to receive a dissertation research fellowship (DRF), students must successfully pass a comprehensive examination. These exam cover theory, methods and research in the student’s field of expertise. 
• Dissertation Proposal and Oral Defense:  Before becoming eligible for a dissertation research fellowship and beginning work on the dissertation, the student must submit and defend a proposal for dissertation research to his or her Dissertation Committee. The proposal is a full statement of the research problem, including its theoretical rationale and methodology. 

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NCA's Doctoral Program Guide

About the Doctoral Program Guide

The  Doctoral Program Guide  is designed to provide timely and useful information about doctoral programs in Communication for students, prospective students, and other interested parties.

Which Programs Are Listed? Many doctoral programs are included in this guide, all of which offer a Ph.D. degree in some area or field of the Communication discipline. We began with the programs that have traditionally been ranked or evaluated as doctoral programs in Communication by other sources and added a number of new programs.   

For doctoral programs in related areas of study, visit the following:

• American Library Association's Accredited Programs page  
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• American Speech & Hearing Association's EdFind  
• Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication's Graduate Student Info page  
• Modern Language Association's Guide to Doctoral Programs in English and Other Modern Languages  
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All information presented in this guide is publicly available on the individual department or program website and/or in other published sources. Each university is identified by its  Carnegie Classification , its membership in the  Association of American Universities , and by the number of doctorates it has conferred from 2010 to 2019, according to the  National Science Foundation's  Survey of Earned Doctorates . The guide provides the areas of study of each program, the admissions requirements for each program, a listing of each program's graduate faculty, and contact information. In addition, we also recognize a program's recipients of NCA Awards from 2000 to the present and synthesize and report on the programs' standing in a series of different rankings/ratings, including:

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Most doctoral programs in Communication indicate research areas or special research concentrations. Such areas are usually based on the types of research conducted by the faculty members in the program, as well as by the courses offered toward the graduate degree. 

A program is listed within a specific research area based entirely upon its self-identification of research focus. Because the identification and labeling of research foci vary so greatly across programs, this list groups and categorizes research areas according to commonly understood labels. Thus, a given doctoral program may identify its research specialty as "media economics" or "media studies" or "media effects." That program would be included in the broader category below of "Mass Communication/Media Studies."

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Ohio State University, School of Communication

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Michigan State University, Ph.D. in Information and Media

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Clear and informative health communication is an integral part of public health. Communication is at the center of almost all patient care, including disease prevention and treatment, patient education, immunizations and other preventative care, risk/crisis abatement and management, and more. Health communication is also an important mechanism for positive social change, as it is the foundation of health interventions that help populations that are vulnerable to poor health outcomes. Finally, health communication plays a pivotal role in patient-provider and family-provider interactions in numerous healthcare settings.

The majority of master’s in health communication programs prepare students to work in medical and health-related organizations, and therefore tend to have more applied coursework. However, some programs in the field prepare students to conduct advanced research at the doctorate level and to engage in health communication pedagogy for careers in academia.

Master’s in Health Communication programs, as well as Master’s in Communication programs with a specialization in Health Communication, train individuals to manage health-related communication in the public and private sectors, and to promote social change through the creation and dissemination of content that educates people on public health issues. Individuals who graduate from master’s programs in health communication may work in such environments as hospitals, health departments of government agencies, non-profit organizations, biotechnology companies, and health technology companies.

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Master’s in communication programs typically require students to complete a sequence of core courses prior to beginning their specialization classes. These core classes cover the fundamentals of effective communication as they apply to medical and health-related settings. Health communication encompasses a wide range of communication forms, including health promotion, interactions between patients and their caregiver team, health care interventions, and the use of health communication technologies.

The foundational curriculum for master’s in health communication programs often gives students an overview of these and other types of health communication, while providing students with skills and methods to succeed in positions within these sub-fields. Topics covered in core courses for health communication programs may include health communication research, organizational and mass communication theory, strategic communication methods and principles for medical settings, and health communication law and ethics.

After completing their core coursework, students generally progress to classes specifically concerning health communication. These classes typically cover a wealth of topics, including but not limited to the U.S. healthcare system, persuasive communication to promote patients’ behavioral change, health campaign strategy, the specifics of provider-patient communication, effective communication amongst members of a healthcare team, risk/crisis management through communication, health-related marketing and public relations strategies, and health policy and advocacy.

Examples of health communication courses include:

• The American Healthcare System : An overview of the United States healthcare system, including how care is delivered to different populations, the relationship between health care providers, insurance companies, and patients, and how medical care is funded through public and private means. Important topics in health care, including challenges in the accessibility and quality of care for different patient populations. The history of health policy, how the U.S. health care system has evolved since its inception, and how government regulations impact care at different levels.
• Behavior Change Through Communication : Human psychology and behavioral change, and the role of education and persuasive rhetoric in motivating change. Different methods of persuasive communication, including storytelling, brand-building, educational content, and constructive questions. How health care providers and leaders in medical care use rhetorical strategies to convince different individuals, from patients to policymakers, to take the necessary actions to improve health outcomes.
• Health Informatics : The application of data collection, analysis, and computing to the delivery of healthcare, the promotion of public health initiatives, and the conducting of actionable health research. The adoption of electronic medical records and the use of data analysis to evaluate health care outcomes at medical institutions and in certain communities. How to use findings from research and data gathering to educate patients and the community, and further certain health care missions.
• Campaigning for Health : The principles of campaigning, applied specifically to medical care, disease prevention, and health promotion. Media production strategies, campaign funding methods, consumer research, and targeted marketing methods are several topics covered in this course. The role of patient/consumer education and effective communication in the promotion of human health across the lifespan.
• Communication in Medical Settings : The different lines of communication that are important to patient care in medical settings, including patient-provider communication, provider-family communication, and communication between healthcare providers and administrators. The strategies for effective communication between these parties, including writing and disseminating educational materials, forming positive and supportive relationships, and managing different streams of information from different sources to arrive at accurate and actionable conclusions.
• Risk Communication : The different types of communication that are important in the event of a crisis or disaster, including the preparation of news releases, sending warnings and/or safety instructions to affected members of the community, managing public relations around the event, and updating information regarding the situation on the web and in other media. In addition, the importance of communication in preparing communities and organizations for different types of disaster situations.

Master’s in health communication programs typically require the completion of between 30 and 60 course credits, which students can fulfill in 12-18 months of full-time study, or 18-30 months of part-time study. Below is an example of a curriculum schedule for a master’s student pursuing a 24 month course of study in health communication. Please keep in mind that course content, titles, and sequencing can vary across programs, and that many master’s in communication programs afford students some flexibility in when they complete certain courses (e.g. students may choose the order in which they complete their concentration classes, after they have completed their core curriculum).

2-Year Sample Curriculum Plan for a Master’s in Health Communication

While most master’s in health communication programs have a strong applied focus, in that they prepare students to work as advanced communication professionals in the fields of medical care, health marketing, public health and policy, and more, there are also programs that have more of a research or theoretical focus. These social scientific programs are ideal for students who would like to become scholars of or instructors in health communication. Some programs may also allow students to choose either an applied or a more academic track based on the electives they choose to take, and there are programs that combine instruction in both research and applied practice for students who would like to gain advanced training in both disciplines.

Due to the variances in curricula across different master’s in health communication programs, it is important for students to research core and elective courses for their programs of interest to ensure they match their academic and career goals.

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• Implement engaging teaching strategies to support learning 
• And more! 

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The Health Science Education Certificate program is structured for working professionals. The coursework focuses on improving instructional practices, using technology effectively and developing engaging educational resources.

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• Coursework (12 credit hours) 

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Courses are typically offered in the evenings or asynchronously for students to complete on their own time.  

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Students are required to take two core courses : 

• CUIN 7390: Instructional Design  
• CUIN 7391: Curriculum Development for Health Science Education   

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Students must select two additional courses from the following list: 

• CUIN 7355: Team and Organizational Leadership  
• CUIN 6307: Change and Diffusion of Innovation  
• CUIN 7305: Design, Development & Evaluation of Presentations 
• CUIN 7308: Computer-Mediated Communication 
• CUIN 7356: Issues in Distance Education 
• CUIN 7358: Educational Uses of Digital Storytelling 
• CUIN 7368: Advanced Digital Imaging in Education 
• CUIN 7376: New Tools for Creating Online Educational Materials 
• CUIN 7389: Digital Media 

Questions? 

Contact program director Robert Hausmann, Ed.D., at [email protected] .  

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Social studies worksheets, worksheets for teachers and students that fall under the social studies subject area."social studies" is a blanket term used to investigate what makes a culture, people, or country distinct from all of the others. it can incorporate economics, history, governmental structure, sociology, civics, religion, geography, anthropology, and much more. the following worksheets touch on these topics, introducing students to several different countries, but with a large focus on the united states. short reading passages are accompanied by worksheets about each of the specific topics..

You will find a great number of worksheets that gauge reading skills. These worksheets are great for up and coming readers.

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Home to the world's longest river, largest desert, and largest waterfall. This continent is big on many things.

February was chosen as Black History month so that it coincided with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln (pivotal to ending slavery) and Fredrick Douglass (prominent social reformer).

The 18th century battle for the thirteen American colonies that resulted in the founding of the United States.

We explore one of the fundamental civilizations that had influence on even today's life.

The Ancient Greeks lived in what today are considered the countries of Bulgaria and Turkey.

An ancient civilization that ruled for nearly a thousand years.

Introduced by James Madison, this is the name given to the first ten amendments of the United States Constitution.

A gold is discovered West, people run out to stake their claim.

The Economic system that most nations of the world follow is very young.

Students learn about the fail safe processes in the American Government.

The third largest country of the world borders fourteen other countries.

We look at the rights and responsibilities of modern and ancient community members.

The fight for equal rights for all that many believe still ensues today.

While the North's numbers greatly unnumbered the South's, brothers fought brothers over a four year period.

The unspoken tension between the United States and the Soviet Union led to technological advances and new tactics by both governments.

It took England 80 years, after discovering North America, to begin settling down on what today is considered the East Coast of the United States.

The critical people who help our local communities carry on day to day.

Penned in the same location (Pennsylvania State House) as the Declaration of Independence this document framed the U.S. government and the rights of its people.

We look at the document that basically created the United States of America.

The form of government that was designed to be ruled by the very citizens that it serves.

The arm of the government that is tasked with applying and enforcing laws that are on the books.

Talk about a heavy handy form of government and little opportunity for those less fortunate...

This war did not take place in France or India, as some students might tell you. This was a North American war.

This ten year long war was a period where the people took their government back from a Monarchy that they saw as unfair and prohibitive.

Maps of countries, continents and oceans. Learn to identify places throughout the world.

This truly brutal period in history that saw poverty and unemployment skyrocket in a matter of weeks. Followed up by the overall human condition being reduced to nothing.

Leaders that lead there countries and/or civilizations to new way of life or thinking.

One of the worst time periods of human history.

This selection of worksheets explores the process of a how laws are formed.

Though the influx of people into the United States began through Ellis Island (New York), today California has the largest population of Immigrants (just over 11 million).

A time in American history where manufacturing and production hit the ceiling.

These worksheets look at the country of the Rising Sun from ancient to modern times.

The government arm populated by judges that are both elected and appointed.

Imaginary lines across the globe that can be used to pinpoint locations.

A unique period of history centered in Europe.

We look at all the branches and avenues of the United States Armed Forces.

We look at the customs and culture of the original natives of North America.

It's entirely frozen year round, but it's still much warmer than the South Pole, on average.

The devastating secret attack on the U.S. Navy forces at the Hawaiian base.

A look at the early European settlers to North America.

Students look at these famous hijackers of the sea.

We look at the two-party system, as well as third-parties that are starting to gain momentum.

These worksheets revolve around the Commander and Chief.

The is on the diversity of religions throughout the world and the people that worship geographically.

Today known by the digits 9/11, this was one largest terror attacks in American history.

We have an extensive section here where you can really get a solid cover on each and every state there is.

A close look at the competition that captivates us every four years.

You definitely didn't see this topic coming, but comics and superheroes are shaping the modern culture to a good degree.

This selection of worksheets explores how the American Government is structured.

The movement that slaves realize their freedom.

The International organization focus on peace and good fortune for all member nations.

We work to make this much more understandable for students. Most people don't understand how the courts work at all.

We name the Capital Cities and look at how they came to be.

A look at the voting process, campaigning, and the act of general democracy.

The customs and history behind that of the United States flag.

What does it take to enact and enforce a law?

Who in their right mind, does not love watching someone sled down a sheet of ice at 100 miles per hour?

We look at the treks and travels of early explorers.

World War I was one of those "Oops!" conflicts. It resulted into the fall of four dynasty and destabilized most Europe setting conditions in place for Nazi, Germany to come out of the ashes.

World War II was a war that came up out of the ashes of World War I. The German people viewed the sanctions placed on them as unjust and it gave rise to even harsher regime change.

Science Worksheets

Teacher worksheets for your science classes of all grade levels. whether you are teaching biology, hydrology, botany, or chemistry, or just studying the lives and work of famous scientists in general, each of the following sets of worksheets contains multiple individual reading passages for your students. two separate answer sheets are associated with each passage. one is a multiple choice worksheet and the other is a short-answer worksheet. instructors may choose to use either or both question sheets (answer keys are provided for all worksheets)..

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A great look at the middle and high school level of this Acids and Bases.

A look at the function of many different parts in different members of the animal kingdom.

We look at questions that many school-aged children have on their minds. The questions are so simple, but many of have them.

These worksheets explore outer space and the things spinning around it.

The fundamental unit of all matter is explored in depth.

Learn more about our feathery friends.

When cells begin to divide in an abnormal manner.

We look at all the processes that are involved in recycling this vital element for living things.

Discover the basic units of life.

We look deep into the parts of cells.

Meet some of the most primitive and complex organisms on the planet. We discuss the differences between living and non-living things.

When compounds or mixtures come in contact with one another electron transfer can make a ton of different cool things happen.

We look at the study of matter.

Giving things proper names insures that we are all studying the same exact thing.

Data collection is one of the fundamental processes in this subject area. We work on getting it right the first time.

These magnificent creatures of the past provide a huge wonder in all of us.

One the four main branches. We need to spend some time on understand the planet we inhabit.

Because the Earth axis is tile it has hug consequences for all parts of the planet.

What are all the variables behind these natural disasters?

Investigate how living things interact and share an area of land.

We explore the natural and some unnatural ecological changes to a community over time.

Explore the parts an function of all forms of electric circuits.

The movement of current along a circuit is complex and can be used to our advantage.

We explore all these different classifications of matter and explain the differences for you.

Do you know how to identify the feelings of others?

Examine animals that are rare in nature and often forced to be in captivity to allow the species to continue on.

Where does your food come from? Learn how we create most of the human food supply.

Newton's pesky laws come into play for the first time here.

Survey how different organisms make copies of themselves to keep their species going.

Inspect all the layers of the past and what dead organisms and substances can tell us about that past.

These aren't your everyday birds, in fact, there aren't many birds in here at all. You would be amazed by some of the animals that can take flight.

What is in your DNA? See how traits are passed on to offspring with this section.

An important skill in many disciplines, but we specifically focus on how graphing can be used to help you solve problems.

Habits that improve our overall health.

The human body is fascinating and we will assess how it works.

You have five of them to help you complete these worksheets.

Learn how to maintain your health through basic body care.

This is really informative for students.

The most extensive network ever put together changed how we communicate for ever.

We have all of the people that shaped history in a major way here in here including: Bell, Biro, Edison, Ginsburg, Ford, Gutenberg, Whitney, Morse, Ben Franklin, The Wright Brothers

Often overlooked, this is how we collect data that will help us better understand what we are examining. It's probably important to know we can do it best and how to stay safe doing it.

What are all the natural features of Earth?

How do body cells and sex cells make copy of themselves? These are the processes you need to know.

Learn all about Luna our only natural satellite.

When chaos strikes Earth, these are usually the culprits.

Students explore the use and function of Newton's Laws of Motion.

There are some animals that often slip our mind and we take for granted that are right in our backyards. We take a look at those animals in this section.

Do you know how all organisms take in food?

We take a look at some really cool critters that are in that big, blue mystery. Includes: Sharks, Whales, Rays, Octopi, Dolphins, Jellyfish, Crabs, Coral, Seals, and Sea Turtles

What lives in the ocean? What are the key dynamics and physics behind oceans? For instance, "Where do waves come from?"

A breakthrough that shows how elements have likenesses and differences.

Explore the biology behind our friends that we spend some much time with.

We compared various phases of the same substances.

The process that provides the mass of energy for all living things.

The organism that doesn't move much, if ever, but can make their own food. Don't think I'd move much if I could make my own pizza without doing so.

This section tries to answer some common questions that many have about the return of water to planet Earth. These are things that we often take for granted like rainbows.

Did you know that over half of the world's plant and animal species live in rainforest areas, but rainforest only covers 2% of the Earth surface area?

The treasures of Mother Earth affect life on the planet a great deal.

Reading comprehension sheets to use with your reading in the content area courses.

The revolutionaries who shaped the world and technology as we know it. Einstein, Galileo, Darwin, Newton, Hubble, Maxwell, Kepler, Pasteur, Dirac, and Fischer

These machines have been used to help humans do work since the dawn of time.

Those amazing super computers sitting in our pockets right now.

Scrutinize the top layer of the Earth's surface that provides home for animals and plant life.

Why not learn about things that are out of this world?

Grouping things is the first steps towards for classification.

It gives us warmth. Gives plants and algae food. We explore our nearest star.

A look at the movement of the plates of the Earth.

We use this to better understand landforms.

A look at the various vehicles we use to travel.

Get very detailed with your understanding of these great structures left all over the Earth.

Look at how water changes form over the course of the planet.

A look at the movement of light and the paths they take.

Created by the sun and the heat shifts created by warming weather affects all of us every single day.

How To Do Better In Science Class

Science is a daunting subject even for intelligent students. It is not just about the concepts that the scientists have passed down over the years. A good understanding is required for the reasoning behind each scientific theory makes a difference in your results.

What makes science so complex? In a typical textbook, you may find chapters from all branches of science, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. These branches are not just branches; they are whole new dimensions. The deeper you probe, the clearer the bigger picture gets. Studying science requires some extra tips and tricks, unlike other subjects. Here are eight secrets on how to study science effectively.

Seven Tips To Improve In Science At School

Science is just like a pandora's box. Each class is essential since every concept is linked to one another. It is a smart move to go to a class with questions that only arise once you have read about it. Always do the assigned reading and extra credit research. It doesn't only boost your confidence in a subject, but also you have a good amount of credits to graduate early.

2. Work on the end of chapter problems

The end-of-chapter problems are extremely crucial; you need to work on each and note how the question is presented to you. Try to work out the problems in a quiet room and have an uninterrupted homework session.

3. Don't run from formulas

4. Learn from diagrams

Diagrams are the visual representation of a topic. For example, a series of diagrams of a chromatograph to identify dyes in a mixture can help you visualize the framework behind the movement of the solvents.

5. Reference materials

The internet is a wonderful invention; it has made school easier. You don't need to spend hours in libraries or wait on a book. Everything is just one click away. Reference materials for every chapter can help give you information about the subject matter and show its advancements.

6. Try it out with a study group

Group sessions with the right party can lead to successful outcomes. Just like scientists work as a team to discover a scientific phenomenon, you can study as a team to interpret it. The exchange of ideas and information provides a healthy discussion session and makes you more confident.

7. Peer tutoring

We hope these points added to your study routine & will help you improve in science at school and make you fall in love with the subject.

How a simple teacher became the head of the testing department - School of a gray-haired tester

I grew up in an ordinary family. Nobody from the environment worked in IT, especially in the field of testing.

These are things in general terms. And then I realized: enough, it's time to change everything.

One day I came across information about testing. The more I learned, the more it attracted me. It was insanely interesting to search and read articles on the topic. And certainly not a bit sorry to waste time on this. A sure sign that it's time to try yourself in this area)

****************************** And now - fragmentary knowledge and first attempt at a job. Test. Interview. It was terrible, how scary ... The support of my girlfriend helped a lot then.

Therefore, he quickly pulled himself together and began to collect information bit by bit. The theory was immediately applied on the project. Of course, he made mistakes. Sometimes critical. And yet, with each stuffed cone, the quality of testing grew.

Finally, I figured everything out, built the process and ... The company unexpectedly closed. I was fired.

To say that it was a shock is to say nothing. Well, let's move on. Submit resume and interview again. I'm going back to my new job.

It seems that here it is - a happy ending!

****************************** But not everything in life goes smoothly. Sometimes you have to leave your favorite job. Even if a wife with a six-month-old child is on her shoulders ... Now I understand that everything is for the best. And then he was horrified. And in such a situation, the wife supported.

Another interview, and I join another team. Everything is new again: project, tasks, challenge. And this is far from the end…

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I really enjoy testing and everything about it. The profession brings pleasure. I want everyone to be able to get joy and financial stability from work as quickly as possible.

P.S. No matter what anyone says, anyone can become a tester. Even a simple teacher. Or an accountant. Or a builder. Or a chef. It doesn't matter who you are now. The only thing that matters is the desire to master a profession that arouses interest. After all, this is where it all begins ... And then the matter is small. I and other novice testers will help you!

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Education by achievement A teacher from Sevastopol, Alexander Yemets, is convinced that the task of a teacher is to educate a person capable of an Act.

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The main profession is to be a Human In the project "Teacher of Success" * - an interview with the winner of the competition "Teacher of the Year - 2019" Pavel Krasnovid.

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TikTok teacher Murmansk teacher has become an influencer in the "children's" social network.

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A teacher who inspires. Interview with the legend of Russian pedagogy, People's Teacher of Russia Lev Vasilyevich Pigalitsyn.

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Place of attraction - school. Kaliningrad schoolchildren are returning to their alma mater.

Video interview with A.T. Salbiev

I am the son of a teacher. What kind of person can educators consider as an example of success?

Video interview with B.M. Nemensky

Witness of the century. The story of a teacher for whom art is the answer to life.

Being a teacher is a blessing!

“There are no easy professions, there is an easy attitude towards them” - this is the result of a survey conducted among users of one of the largest Russian job search portals. At the same time, every tenth participant in the survey agreed that any job can become easy if you like it and the person considers it his calling.

The history of enlightenment and education in Russia: from Kievan Rus to the present

Do you want to know which textbook was the main one in Kievan Rus, who was trained in the first secular schools of the Russian Empire, what education Pushkin could have become, and when the school system that we know to this day arose?

The city says: profession teacher

Remember your first teacher? What was he like: strict, kind, attentive? And what should be the “ideal teacher”? Most agree that among the main qualities of the “ideal teacher” are love and attention to children, knowledge of the subject, and intellectual abilities.

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Victor M. Mukhin was born in 1946 in the town of Orsk, Russia. In 1970 he graduated the Technological Institute in Leningrad. Victor M. Mukhin was directed to work to the scientific-industrial organization "Neorganika" (Elektrostal, Moscow region) where he is working during 47 years, at present as the head of the laboratory of carbon sorbents.     Victor M. Mukhin defended a Ph. D. thesis and a doctoral thesis at the Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia (in 1979 and 1997 accordingly). Professor of Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia. Scientific interests: production, investigation and application of active carbons, technological and ecological carbon-adsorptive processes, environmental protection, production of ecologically clean food.   

Title : Active carbons as nanoporous materials for solving of environmental problems

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