Rene Pana‐Cryan
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Dr. Rene Pana-Cryan is a leading researcher in occupational safety and health (OSH), with a focus on the economic and organizational dimensions of worker well-being. Her work has been instrumental in shaping how the CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) envisions the future of work, particularly in safeguarding the safety, health, and well-being of the workforce. Her most cited paper (2020, 193 citations) provides a foundational perspective on emerging challenges, including technological job displacement, evolving work arrangements, and organizational design changes. Dr. Pana-Cryan’s research bridges economics and OSH, quantifying the costs and benefits of workplace interventions to demonstrate their value for both workers and employers. She has contributed to key NIOSH initiatives, including the Total Worker Health® program, which integrates injury prevention with health promotion. Her work has been cited by policymakers, public health researchers, and industry leaders, underscoring its impact on shaping safer, healthier, and more sustainable work environments. Dr. Pana-Cryan’s insights are essential for understanding how to adapt OSH strategies to the rapidly changing landscape of modern work.
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