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IDEA Exchange: Beyond the Data: The Relationships that Shape Public Health Research

October 22 All day

Public health research is about more than collecting data and analyzing results. Behind meaningful discoveries are the relationships, collaborations, and community connections that help shape research and its impact.

In Episode 11 of the IDEA Exchange Podcast, “Beyond the Data: The Relationships That Shape Public Health Research,” Dr. Jacob Bleasdale joins the conversation to explore the human side of public health research and the importance of building meaningful professional relationships. The episode highlights how collaboration, mentorship, and community engagement can influence research experiences, strengthen partnerships, and contribute to a more connected public health workforce.

Whether you’re a public health student exploring research opportunities, an early-career researcher developing professional connections, or an experienced public health professional, this conversation offers an opportunity to reflect on the relationships that support meaningful research and professional growth.

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In This Episode, You’ll Explore

  • Why relationships and collaboration matter in public health research
  • How mentorship and professional connections support researchers at different career stages
  • The importance of building trust and meaningful partnerships in public health
  • How collaboration can strengthen research experiences and community engagement
  • The role of human connection in advancing public health research and practice

HOST

Miranda Bosse, MPH, Director of IDEA Institute 

GUEST

Jacob Bleasdale, PhD, CHES, Assistant Professor, University of Central Florida

Dr. Jacob Bleasdale is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at the University of Central Florida and a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). His research focuses on HIV and sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention and care, using community-engaged and mixed-methods approaches to examine the social and structural factors influencing health outcomes. He earned his PhD and MS from the University at Buffalo and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Florida. His work emphasizes community partnerships, research impact, and mentorship of future public health professionals.