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Research interests
Dr. Drissa Toure has dedicated his research career to building community-based participatory programs to improve healthcare access for the MCH populations. He is an innovative leader with proven successful work in private and public universities, and international health organizations. He is an established researcher in the field of child and maternal health in minority populations.
Dr. Toure has demonstrated experience leading research to understand the social, epigenetic, and biological factors associated with environmental and child health. With degrees in Medicine (M.D.) and Public Health (Ph.D., M.P.H), he has gained more than 21 years of experience working with diverse populations. He worked with students and researchers to design research and evaluation projects using robust mixed methods (quantitative and qualitative).
Dr. Toure has hands-on experience developing programs and conducting research in hard-to-reach settings and the ability to build interdisciplinary local, national, and international collaboration to improve equity and reduce disparities for women, newborns, and children.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research
Award Date: May 20 2017
MPH, Maternal and Child Health
Award Date: May 20 2006
MD, Medicine
Award Date: Jun 14 2001
External Positions
Assistant Professor
2021 → 2022
Instructor/Graduate Lecturer
2014 → 2021
Research Interest Keywords
- Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Maternal and Child Health
- Epigenetics and Pregnancy Outcomes
- Pediatric Mental and Behavioral Healthcare Access
- Planning and Evaluation
- Improving Immigrant and Refugee Health through Research and Action
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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UMN Centers of Excellence in MCH Education, Science, & Practice
Bonilla, Z. E. (PI), Karbeah, J. (PI), Michaels, C. C. (PI), Shlafer, R. J. (PI), Toure, D. (CoI) & Benning, S. J. (Other Role)
HRSA MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH (MCH)
6/1/25 → 5/31/30
Project: Research project
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Interdisciplinary Research Leaders - National Program Center
Bailey, Z. (PI), Brearley, A. M. (CoI), Mason, S. M. (CoI), Nelson, T. F. (CoI), Toure, D. (CoI), Biyoow, I. M. (Other Role), Ford, M. (Other Role), Fortner, L. (Other Role), LaBreche, M. (Other Role), Mafe, F. (Other Role) & Richardson, E. (Other Role)
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION
9/15/24 → 12/31/26
Project: Research project
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REST-PSLL: Re-engineering Surgical Recovery and Transitions Using Technology Patient Safety Learning Laboratory
Melton-Meaux, G. B. (PI), Adam, T. J. (CoI), Marquard, J. L. (CoI), Martin, C. L. (CoI), Morse, L. (CoI), Pestka, D. (CoI), Tignanelli, C. J. (CoI) & Toure, D. (CoI)
U.S. DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERV AHRQ
9/1/23 → 6/30/27
Project: Research project
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Interdisciplinary Research Leaders National Program Center
Bailey, Z. (PI), Konstan, J. A. (PI), Brearley, A. M. (CoI), Call, K. T. (CoI), Mason, S. M. (CoI), Nelson, T. F. (CoI) & Toure, D. (CoI)
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION
9/1/23 → 11/30/24
Project: Research project
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Editorial: A Special Issue Focused on Participatory Dissemination With the Interdisciplinary Research Leaders
Moon, J. R., Brearley, A. M. & Toure, D. M., 2026, In: Journal of Participatory Research Methods. 7, 2Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › peer-review
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Perceived barriers, facilitators, and workforce recommendations from community health workers in Nebraska
Kumar, G., Chaudhary, P., Ghasemi, P., Su, D. & Toure, D. M., Dec 2026, In: Discover public health. 23, 1, 670.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Willingness to Accept a Locally Manufactured COVID-19 Vaccine in Lagos, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Survey and Demographic Predictors
Aremu, T. O., Okoro, O. N., Gaither, C., Benson, S. B., Toure, D. M. & Schommer, J. C., Aug 2026, In: COVID. 6, 8, 146.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Rationale, principles and global health implications of establishing public health pharmacology as a distinct discipline
Adedeji, A. A., Abdus-Salam, I. A., Adedeji, A. A., Omotayo, L., Oreagba, I., Adedeji, K. A., Ayodele, B. J., Adam, E. M. E., Olaleye, O. N., Tambo, E. & Toure, D. M., Sep 2 2025, In: Discover Medicine. 2, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Utilizing an mHealth Platform and Community Health Workers to Enhance Epilepsy Screening and Treatment in a Rural Setting in Mali: A Closed Cohort Study
Dolo, H., Kamaforo, M., Konipo, F. D. N., Sangho, O., Daou, M., Camara, B., Konate, A., Sininta, M., Sangare, M., Toure, D. M., Fritz, H. C., Winch, P. J., Sangho, H., Coulibaly, Y. I., Maiga, Y. M. & Doumbia, S., Dec 2025, In: Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health. 15, 1, 109.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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