University of Colorado Boulder · PsychologyCenter for Midlife Mortality Research
Myron P. Gutmann · Boulder, Colorado
Research Focus
Dr. Myron P. Gutmann's research lab at the University of Colorado focuses on the critical issue of rising midlife mortality rates in the U.S. by examining local factors and risk patterns. The lab uses detailed mortality data, spatial analysis, and time series methods to identify trends in various causes of death, including suicides and drug abuse. Their work aims to create data-driven policy recommendations that address the root causes of these troubling trends and foster community health improvements.
midlife mortalityspatial analysispolicy interventionscause-specific mortalitypublic health
Research Aims
5AIM 01Analyze midlife mortality trends using local risk factors and sociodemographic context.
AIM 02Create a micro-scale database of cause-specific mortality records.
AIM 03Identify spatial clusters of mortality patterns in populations.
AIM 04Estimate effects of local determinants on midlife mortality.
AIM 05Design policy interventions based on statistical analysis and community needs.
Skills the Lab Values
data collectionspatial data analysistime series analysisstatistical modelingcommunity detection methods
Output against the department
Publications167top 44% of dept.129th of 296
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Citations5.9ktop 49% of dept.146th of 296
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