Protecting and promoting health in a rapidly changing world

We live in a rapidly changing and inequitable world. Our health is increasingly impacted by interconnected social and ecological challenges such as resource extraction, climate change, and biodiversity loss.

Dr. Lindsay Galway

Canada Research Chair in Social-Ecological Health (Tier 2)

Areas of Research:

Health
Climate change
Interdisciplinarity
Equity

Overview of Research

As Canada Research Chair in Social-Ecological Health, Dr. Lindsay Galway is studying and addressing the interconnected social and ecological determinants of health. She and her research team are using an interdisciplinary, place-based, and community-engaged approach to identify how we can respond to climatic and environmental change in our communities to promote sustainability, health and social justice for all. This work will advance the emerging field of planetary health and inform public policy and action in Canada and beyond. Dr. Galway’s research program will also support integration, interdisciplinary research, and intersectoral action through methodological and practical innovations.

Galway Research Photo

Dr. Galway's research exemplifies Lakehead University's commitment to advancing the following United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

UN SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being UN SDG 5 - Gender Equality UN SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation UN SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities UN SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities UN SDG 13 - Climate Action UN SDG 16 - Peace and Justice Strong Institutions UN SDG 17 - Partnerships for Goals