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College of Health and Human Sciences
Prevention Research Center

Divisions

The PRC consists of four specialized divisions, each led by an expert in the divisions’ field of work.

PRC Research Projects

The Four PRC Divisions

Healthy Schools Division

Director, Anne Williford, Ph.D.

The Prevention Research Center’s Healthy Schools division partners with schools, districts, and state departments of education to test and implement evidence-based approaches to promoting student health, wellness, and academic achievement.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division

Director, Deborah Fidler, Ph.D.

The Prevention Research Center’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities division supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through transformative research and innovative programs that promote well-being throughout the lifespan.

Healthy Aging Division

Director, Christine Fruhauf, Ph.D.

The Prevention Research Center’s Healthy Aging division applies the latest research in healthy aging to community-based applied interventions for older adults.

Community-University Partnerships Division

Director, David MacPhee, Ph.D.

The Prevention Research Center’s Community-University Partnerships division supports collaborative work with local communities and state agencies to assess community needs, translate prevention science into effective programs and policies for individuals and families, provide support in implementing community programs, and evaluate programs’ impacts.