MCH Leadership Series: From Research to Policy

Monday, April 20, 2026

12:00 PM-1:00 PM

This interactive workshop will focus on the role of research in informing policy, including discussion of opportunities to connect research to policy, barriers to bridging the gap between evidence and policymaking and how to overcome them.

Led by members of CHOP PolicyLab’s policy team it will cover what PolicyLab is and its evidence-to-impact model and practical application of policy analysis.

Discussion Leaders:

Radha Pennotti, MPH, Senior Manager, Policy & Strategy, CHOP PolicyLab

In this role, Ms. Pennotti leads strategic thinking for PolicyLab's Behavioral Health and Adolescent Health and Well-being Portfolios to identify and deliver on policy opportunities. She develops translational policy products, elevates PolicyLab research in rule-making and other policy processes, and builds strategic relationships.

Rebecka Rosenquist, MSc, Deputy Director, Policy & Strategy, CHOP PolicyLab

Ms. Rosenquist is responsible for setting and executing the center’s policy agenda and elevating PolicyLab’s research and profile among key external stakeholders. As part of this effort, she works to align the center’s policy priorities with its research portfolios, drive the implementation of policy recommendations from PolicyLab’s research, and utilize PolicyLab’s research and expertise to be responsive to the needs of policymakers. Additionally, Ms. Rosenquist oversees the center’s relationship with CHOP’s Government Affairs team, partnering with them to share PolicyLab’s work with local, state and federal policymakers.

This event is intended for Drexel students interested in maternal and child health.

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Contact Information

Renee Davis
MCH@drexel.edu