Our people
Class Acts: Catalina Bernabé Correa
A passion for motorcycles and a background in neuroscience drove Catalina Bernabé Correa to join the lab of Ismael Seáñez at WashU McKelvey Engineering, where she is studying different neuro-rehabilitation strategies for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Bernabé is set to graduate in May with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering.
Our expertise
People with poor mental health report worse care worldwide
WashU researchers find adults struggling with their mental health face more unmet needs and less trust in health systems.
Global outbreaks may fuel violence against women — but most cases go unmeasured
At WashU Public Health, researchers highlight how outbreaks strain households and systems, revealing hidden risks for women and girls that data often fails to capture.
Our impact
Public Health & Society major draws strong student interest
The Arts & Sciences-based program meets rising demand, combining rigorous interdisciplinary study with hands-on community experience, preparing students to tackle complex health challenges across fields.
Building math minds in pre‑K: Hazelwood and WashU make numbers count
Pre-K isn’t just for story time — it’s also when children learn important math concepts. The WashU Institute for School Partnership is partnering with the Hazelwood School District to boost kindergarten readiness through coaching, lesson planning and professional development to meet the needs of pre-K educators.
Videos
A welcome instance of hope
Evidence from a small island in Indonesia points to the successful elimination of a parasitic worm that causes a devastating tropical disease.
