Robin Taylor Wilson

Collaborating Member, Cancer Prevention and Control
Associate Professor, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, College of Public Health, Temple University
Research Program
Dr. Wilson is an environmental cancer epidemiologist by training with experience in trans-disciplinary implementation research. Her research focuses on the intersection between genetic and environmental factors influencing kidney cancer risk, including trace element exposures and vitamin D metabolism. This research has identified cancer and health effects associated with environmental exposure to heavy metals, gene x environment interactions, dietary exposure pathways in mining-impacted areas, and new biomarker assay and assessment techniques.
Educational Background
- PhD, Epidemiology, University of Iowa
- MA, Geography, University of Colorado
- BS, Political Science, Drake University
Contact Information
Epidemiology and Biostatistics,
College of Public Health
Temple University
Research at Fox Chase Cancer Center includes faculty from throughout Temple Health and Temple University, including the Temple School of Engineering, Temple School of Pharmacy and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine.

Contact Information
Epidemiology and Biostatistics,
College of Public Health
Temple University
Research at Fox Chase Cancer Center includes faculty from throughout Temple Health and Temple University, including the Temple School of Engineering, Temple School of Pharmacy and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine.
Collaborating Member, Cancer Prevention and Control
Associate Professor, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, College of Public Health, Temple University
Research Program
Dr. Wilson is an environmental cancer epidemiologist by training with experience in trans-disciplinary implementation research. Her research focuses on the intersection between genetic and environmental factors influencing kidney cancer risk, including trace element exposures and vitamin D metabolism. This research has identified cancer and health effects associated with environmental exposure to heavy metals, gene x environment interactions, dietary exposure pathways in mining-impacted areas, and new biomarker assay and assessment techniques.
Education
Educational Background
- PhD, Epidemiology, University of Iowa
- MA, Geography, University of Colorado
- BS, Political Science, Drake University