Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Ana Diez Roux"
- Ana Diez Roux's recent research focuses on understanding the interplay between environmental factors, social disparities, and public health in urban settings, particularly in Latin America, with studies on climate hazards, air pollution, and health disparities.
- Her work emphasizes the impact of socio-economic and racialized injustices on health outcomes, for instance, exploring how epigenetic aging is influenced by structural racism, and examining social disparities in flood exposure across diverse urban neighborhoods.
- Additionally, Diez Roux investigates the implications of transportation policies on physical activity and health equity, alongside assessing trends in greenhouse gas emissions related to dietary choices, highlighting the importance of addressing health disparities in the face of climate change.
