Mapping Resilience: Where Health, Climate, and Community Intersect
The SPHERE Lab (formerly SEM-G) advances interdisciplinary research at the intersection of spatial public health, environmental science, and community resilience. Through innovative geospatial analysis and predictive modeling, we address critical issues such as healthcare accessibility, rural health disparities, climate-health interactions, water quality, and vector-borne disease risks.
Collaborating closely with the Tennessee Climate Office, local and state agencies, as well as community partners, we integrate cutting-edge
technology, environmental data, and community-driven research to inform policy and
enhance disaster preparedness. Our work empowers decision-makers, emergency responders,
researchers, and communities with actionable insights to navigate emerging public
health and environmental challenges in Tennessee and beyond. By bridging research,
technology, and applied solutions, the SPHERE Lab is dedicated to building healthier,
more resilient communities in an era of climate uncertainty and evolving public health
threats.
About Us
We are an interdisciplinary research group focused on strengthening community resilience by examining the connections between health, environment, and place. Born out of collaborative pandemic response efforts, our mission has expanded to address broader challenges such as climate-health dynamics, rural health disparities, water quality, and vector-borne disease risks.