Prof Dr. Nicolaas Pronk, Computational Social Science, Best Researcher Award
Professor at HealthPartners Institute, United States
Prof Dr. Nicolaas Pronk is a renowned expert in public health and preventive medicine, with extensive experience in academia, research, and professional practice. He holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from Texas A&M University and has made significant contributions to the fields of population health, behavioral medicine, and environmental health sciences.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Pronk has held various academic appointments, including Adjunct Professor at Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Affiliate Full Professor at the University of Minnesota’s School of Public Health. He has also served as a Visiting Scientist at Harvard University and a Visiting Research Professor at the University of Minnesota.
profile
Education
1980: Associates in Language Arts; Russian – Verenigd Particulier Onderwijs Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1986: B.S. in Health & Physical Education – Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, WV
1988: M.A. in Exercise Physiology – Kearney State College, Kearney, NE
1992: Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology – Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Prof Dr. Nicolaas Pronk has accumulated a wealth of professional experience across academia, research, and public health initiatives. With a background in exercise physiology, he has held various research and academic positions, including Senior Research Investigator at HealthPartners Institute and Adjunct Professor at Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Dr. Pronk’s expertise extends to population health, behavioral medicine, and environmental health sciences, where he has made significant contributions through his research and mentorship roles. Additionally, he has served on numerous committees and boards, both nationally and internationally, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing public health initiatives. Throughout his career, Dr. Pronk has received numerous honors and awards for his contributions to the field, underscoring his dedication and impact in promoting health and wellness on a global scale.
Research Interest
Population Health: Dr. Pronk is interested in studying the health outcomes and disparities among different populations, with a focus on identifying strategies to improve overall health and well-being.
Behavioral Medicine: He explores the intersection of behavior and health, investigating how lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activity, and stress management impact disease prevention and management.
Environmental Health Sciences: Dr. Pronk examines the relationship between environmental factors and health outcomes, including occupational health hazards, air and water quality, and their effects on public health.
Health Promotion and Wellness: He is dedicated to developing and evaluating interventions aimed at promoting healthy behaviors and preventing chronic diseases, both at the individual and community levels.
Worksite Health Promotion: Dr. Pronk conducts research on workplace wellness programs, evaluating their effectiveness in improving employee health, productivity, and overall organizational outcomes.
Publications
Title: Binge eating disorder, weight control self-efficacy, and depression in overweight men and women
- Authors: JA Linde, RW Jeffery, RL Levy, NE Sherwood, J Utter, NP Pronk, …
- Journal: International Journal of Obesity
- Volume: 28
- Issue: 3
- Pages: 418-425
- Year: 2004
- Citations: 381
Title: Effects of major depression on moment-in-time work performance
- Authors: PS Wang, AL Beck, P Berglund, DK McKenas, NP Pronk, GE Simon, …
- Journal: American Journal of Psychiatry
- Volume: 161
- Issue: 10
- Pages: 1885-1891
- Year: 2004
- Citations: 377
Title: Relationship between modifiable health risks and short-term health care charges
- Authors: NP Pronk, MJ Goodman, PJ O’Connor, BC Martinson
- Journal: Jama
- Volume: 282
- Issue: 23
- Pages: 2235-2239
- Year: 1999
- Citations: 377
- Authors: RE Soler, KD Leeks, S Razi, DP Hopkins, M Griffith, A Aten, …
- Journal: American journal of preventive medicine
- Volume: 38
- Issue: 2
- Pages: S237-S262
- Year: 2010
- Citations: 359
Title: Health promotion programs, modifiable health risks, and employee absenteeism
- Authors: SG Aldana, NP Pronk
- Journal: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
- Pages: 36-46
- Year: 2001
- Citations: 316