Kristy Ebi

Kristie L. Ebi: Professor of Global Health and Climate Change Expert Kristie L. Ebi, Ph.D., MPH, is a distinguished American epidemiologist and climate change expert, widely recognized for her extensive research and practice focused on the health risks associated with climate variability and change. Her work is influential in global health, environmental science, and public health policy. Early Life and Education Dr. Ebi received a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Michigan State University. She continued her studies, earning a Master of Science (MS) degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She pursued further specialization at the University of Michigan, where she obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) in 1983 and a Ph.D. in epidemiology in 1985. Following her doctoral work, she completed two years of postgraduate research at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Career Progression and Major Achievements Dr. Ebi has dedicated nearly 25 years to studying and addressing the health implications of climate change. She was among the first experts in the United States to focus on this intersection of global climate change and human health. Her career has included significant roles in academia and international climate assessment. She currently serves as a Professor of Global Health and Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington's Center for Health and the Global Environment (CHanGE). She also works closely with developing countries to help mitigate the impacts of climate change on their populations. Dr. Ebi also co-chairs the International Committee on New Integrated Climate Change Scenarios (ICONICS), which facilitates the Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs). Notable Works Dr. Ebi is a prolific author and editor, having contributed to numerous national and international climate change assessments. She has authored or co-authored more than 200 publications and edited four books on various aspects of climate change. Her contributions include being an author on major reports such as the fourth US National Climate Assessment, the IPCC 6th Assessment Report, and the Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C. Her key scientific areas include policy, risk assessment, and the health risks related to heat and infectious diseases. Notable publications include works on "Climate Endgame: Exploring catastrophic climate change scenarios" and "Health risks due to climate change: inequity in causes and consequences." Current Status As of her most recent public information, Dr. Kristie L. Ebi continues to be a Professor at the University of Washington's Department of Global Health and the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, focusing on climate change adaptation, sustainable communities, and health policy. She remains a prominent voice and researcher in the critical area of climate and human health.