Johns Hopkins, USA and IIHMR University Inaugurate 14th Cooperative MPH Cohort

Mumbai, Oct 16: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, USA, in cooperation with IIHMR University, Jaipur, inaugurated the 14th cohort of the Cooperative Master of Public Health Program for 2026–2028.

Dr. Meghan Davis, MPH Program Chair at JHBSPH, delivered the inaugural address, while Dr. Marie Diener-West, Former MPH Program Chair, highlighted the foundations of public health education. Dr. P. R. Sodani, President, IIHMR University, emphasised evidence-based learning and preparing future public health leaders to address complex challenges in a global context. Dr. S. D. Gupta, Distinguished Professor, IIHMR University, inspired students to contribute meaningfully to public health practice, research, policy, and health systems development. Dr Vinod Kumar SV, Dean-in-Charge, SD Gupta School of Public Health, delivered the welcome address.

The programme reflects the enduring partnership between Johns Hopkins University and IIHMR University, combining academic excellence and practical learning to prepare the next generation of public health professionals.