Daniel Taber

Dr. Daniel Taber is an Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, specializing in food policy and systems research. His work focuses on evaluating the health impacts of public policies, such as school nutrition standards and sweetened beverage taxes, to address issues related to obesity and public health. Dr. Taber has extensive experience in using data to drive organizational change and reduce social inequity through rigorous research and strategic thinking. He co-designed the Coursera course "Systems Science and Obesity," which explores the complexities of the obesity epidemic through a systems science lens. With a strong background in both academic research and practical applications, Dr. Taber aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and effective public health interventions. His research interests also include improving communication strategies in health promotion and understanding the dynamics of food environments.