Tijs's current research is focused on incorporating micro-economic models of decision making into infectious disease models. Forecasting of seasonal influenza.

Faculty Mentor(s): Shaun Truelove

PhD: Bioscience Engineering Mathematical Modeling, Ghent University, 2024
Masters: Bioscience Engineering Chemistry and Bioproces Technology, Ghent University, 2019
Undergradaute: Bioscience Engineering Chemistry and Food Technology, Ghent University, 2017

Contact: tallema2@jh.edu 

Khushbu's research focuses on global health systems and health policy, using a mixed-methods approach to manage non-communicable diseases—including injury prevention, mental health, tobacco cessation, and cancer disparities. I aim to strengthen health systems and reduce disparities through evidence-based interventions, such as integrating NCD services into primary care. In the Department, I develop capacity in research, public health, education, surgical care, and rehabilitation leadership through implementation science research. I use a mixed-methods approach to integrate injury prevention and post-trauma care, including rehabilitation, into primary care to strengthen health systems.

Faculty Mentor(s): Abdulgafoor M. Bachani

DDS: Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, 2020
MPH: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2022

Contact: kbalsar2@jhmi.edu 

Sulagna's research focuses on standardizing methods for measuring static and functional micronutrient biomarkers to evaluate the effects of micronutrient supplementation at incremental levels. Additionally, I provide field support in Bangladesh and oversee the management of field-to-lab processes. I am also involved in data analysis and publication efforts.

Faculty Mentor(s): Kerry Schulze and Parul Christian

PhD: St. Johns Research Institute (affiliated to Mysore University), 2022
Masters: The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, 2015
Undergraduate: University of Calcutta, 2013

Contact: sbandyo7@jh.edu 

Soumya's current research is detecting pathogens from clinical samples (especially stool) and develop rapid diagnostic. Additionally, I work on genomic surveillance of infectious diseases concerned with vaccine trials.

Faculty Mentor(s): Subhra Chakraborty

PhD: Microbiology and Translational Bioinformatics, Vellore Institute of Technology, 2023
M.Sc.: Biotechnology, Utkal University, 2015
B.Sc.: Microbiology (Hons.), University of Calcutta, 2013

Contact: sbasu12@jh.edu 

Gabrielle's current research involves health and wellness promotion for Navajo youth, as well as improving the HIV prevention/care services for Urban Indians in Baltimore, MD & Boston, MA.

Faculty Mentor(s): Christopher Kemp & Jennifer Richards

PhD: Health Promotion & Behavioral Sciences, UTHealth Houston, 2023
MPH: Public Health Education and Promotion, UNC-Greensboro, 2016
BS: Public Health Education and Promotion, UNC-Greensboro, 2014

Contact: gevans23@jh.edu 

I study tropical diseases, focusing on Chagas disease and Leishmaniasis caused by T. cruzi and Leishmania parasites. My research aims to understand the genomic variability of these parasites, molecular mechanisms regulating gene expression, host-pathogen interactions in human infections, and drivers of disease progression. By integrating basic and clinical research, I aim to propose new strategies for controlling, treating, or preventing these diseases, ultimately improving the quality of life for those affected by these neglected tropical infections.

Faculty Mentor(s): Robert H. Gilman

PhD: Universidad de Antioquia, 2022
Undergraduate: Universidad del Tolima

Contact: sgutie14@jh.edu 

Joshua is currently co-leading influenza scenario modeling and working on developing a network model incorporating household size and contact structure to help the Navajo epidemiological center enhance planning and preparedness for future respiratory virus epidemics and pandemics.

Faculty Mentor(s): Shaun Truelove

PhD: Mathematics, University of Louisiana, 2022
MS: Mathematics, University of Louisiana, 2020
BA: Mathematics, University of North Carolina at Asheville, 2016

Contact: jmacdo16@jh.edu 

Kimberlyn's research utilizes mathematical models to explore and understand infectious disease trends. I am particularly interested in the impact of interventions, both community and individual level, on the overall population health dynamics.

Faculty Mentor(s): Shaun Truelove

PhD: Public Health, Georgia State University, 2020
MPH: Epidemiology, Georgia State University, 2017
BS: Mathematics, University of South Carolina, 2015

Contact: kroosa1@jhu.edu 

Dr. Sierra leverages Artificial Intelligence to develop culture-based suicide preventive interventions for Native American youth. Their research integrates AI-driven models with Indigenous knowledge systems to address the unique social, historical, and structural challenges faced by tribal communities.

Faculty Mentor(s): Emily Haroz

PhD: Social Welfare, UC Berkeley School of Social Welfare, 2024
MSW: Social Welfare, UC Berkeley School of Social Welfare, 2020
BA: Native American Studies (with highest honors), UC Davis, 2017

Contact: vsierra4@jh.edu 

Ekua's current research is working on the BREACH-TB trial which is part of the SMART4TB consortium. BREACH-TB is phase III non-inferiority clinical trial which is investigating the use of Bedaquiline as a pan-TB preventative therapy regimen.

Faculty Mentor(s): B. Aletta Nonyane

MBChB: University of Ghana Medical School, 2018
MPH: Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Johns Hopkins University, 2024

Contact: eyeboah4@jh.edu