Gary Swan, PhD

GARY SWAN, PhD, is a Professor (Emeritus) in the Department of Medicine at Stanford University, with a distinguished career focused on behavioral epidemiology and public health. Dr. Swan's research has primarily centered on tobacco use and its cessation, genetics, and the epidemiology of substance abuse. Throughout his career, he has led numerous studies examining the biological, behavioral, and environmental factors influencing smoking behaviors and addiction.

 

Dr. Swan has contributed significantly to the understanding of how genetic and environmental factors interplay in health behaviors, published extensively in these fields. He has also been involved in research related to aging and neurocognitive function. His work has had a lasting impact on public health policies and interventions for smoking cessation.