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Tara Kerin, PhD
Epidemiologist with Extensive Experience in Study Design, Data Analysis, and Disease Research
Expert in Observational Study Design: Proven experience conducting cohort and case-control studies, focusing on the long-term effects of infectious diseases and environmental exposures on health outcomes.
Data Management & Integration: Skilled in linking and merging diverse datasets, including survey, laboratory, demographic, environmental, census, and hospital records, to create comprehensive datasets for analysis.
Advanced Statistical Analysis: Proficient in using R for statistical modeling, including regression models (mixed effects, interaction terms), survival analysis, and longitudinal data analysis to uncover patterns and risk factors.
Epidemiological Research on Emerging Infectious Diseases: Expertise in studying the epidemiology of HIV, Zika, COVID-19, and rotavirus, with a particular focus on their long-term health impacts.
Focus on Social Determinants of Health: In-depth knowledge of how socioeconomic factors, stress, and other social determinants affect disease susceptibility and health outcomes, particularly in disadvantaged youth and populations.
Experience with Laboratory Operations: Background as a laboratory manager, bridging the gap between biological and environmental causes of disease, and facilitating the integration of laboratory and epidemiological findings.
Public Health Impact: Dedicated to advancing public health through data-driven insights that inform disease prevention, early detection, and improved treatment outcomes.