Presents historical background and methodological and critical-thinking tools needed to perform high-quality, interdisciplinary research in population health. Uses a problem-solving and interdisciplinary framework to demonstrate the skills needed to develop research hypotheses, design research strategies, analyze data to test study hypotheses, and communicate findings both orally and in writing. Offers students an opportunity to gain experience in research methodology and application of basic methods for population health research, including epidemiological and biostatistical concepts. Students demonstrate mastery of these skills through problem sets and written proposals that include communication of preliminary data.