Bio
RESEARCH
My current research aims to improve our understanding of cardiometabolic health, by identifying subtypes of disease or characterizing subgroups of individuals at high risk. I currently co-lead the EGDRC Diabetes Translational Accelerator to support PhD students and Advisors in launching their doctoral dissertation as a startup.
I draw on my research and project experiences in consulting, nutrition, data science, and mental health to holistically engage with public health problems in low-, middle- and high-income countries. I enjoy collaborating with clinicians, academics, startups, and non-profits to develop data-driven solutions that move us closer to solving these tough problems.
Publications: Google Scholar
STUDENTS
I enjoy working with driven and curious Undergraduate, Masters and Doctoral students. Given the nature of the projects I work on, some prior coursework and demonstrating proficiency in programming is ideal. I am happy to meet and discuss how we can work together.
Projects and Collaborators: Research Website
SELECTED MEDIA COVERAGE
- TODAY Show: Many couples share high blood pressure, new research suggests
- CNN: If your spouse has high blood pressure, you’re more likely to have it too, study suggests
- Fox 32 Chicago: Couples often share high blood pressure, study shows
- RSPH Ask An Expert: Ask an Expert: Shared Blood Pressure and Health Habits Among Couples
Areas of Interest
- Diabetes
- Mental Health
- Nutrition
- Social Epidemiology
- Machine Learning
Education
- B.Tech. in Biotechnology, IIT Madras
- M.Tech. in Biotechnology, IIT Madras
- PhD in Nutrition and Health Sciences, Emory University
Affiliations
In The News
Advancing Diabetes Solutions
Integrated Surveillance and Monitoring Framework Could Help Combat Diabetes Globally
A new Rollins-led viewpoint analyzes India's diabetes surveillance and monitoring system for strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.