Department of Epidemiology

Graduate


November 7, 2025

Xumin Li

Xumin Li completed her Master of Science in Biostatistics at Yale University and her Bachelor of Science in Materials and Nanosciences at the University of Waterloo. She is interested in applying multi-omics and machine learning approaches to investigate disease mechanisms and improve risk prediction for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.


October 9, 2025

Yvette Kiptoo

A global health advocate and epidemiology MPH student dedicated to health equity. Having lived in six countries, I’ve witnessed firsthand the disparities in healthcare systems, driving my commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved communities. Passionate about bridging research, advocacy, and policy to create lasting impact in under-resourced settings. If you share this interest or…


September 27, 2025

Htet Htet Aung

My research interests focus on HIV and tuberculosis, with an emphasis on social and structural factors that influence prevention, treatment, and adherence. I am also interested in implementation science and program evaluation in community-based public health settings. My background in clinical and public health work inspired me to pursue epidemiology as a way to connect…


September 25, 2025

Deeana Nasrulai


Andrew Hoover

Andrew Hoover is a PhD student in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Washington. He completed his Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences and Bachelor of Science in Public Health Sciences at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. He is interested in understanding and mitigating the health effects that socially…


Kylie Jones

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Kylie Jones is pursuing her Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology at the University of Washington School of Public Health. She earned her B.A. in Public Health Policy with a minor in Asian Studies from the University of California, Irvine, where she concentrated on public health practice, student leadership, and…


Varuna Ravi


September 22, 2025

Anshu Poudel

Anshu Poudel earned her BS in Public Health from San Francisco State University. She is passionate about using epidemiological methods and machine learning to tackle health inequities, especially in HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, and substance use. She is drawn to the way data can tell human stories and spark real change in communities. At UW, Anshu…


September 21, 2025

Lewis Greenstein

I am an MPH student interested primarily in vector borne, zoonotic, and infectious disease. I have a background in entomology, ecology, and evolutionary biology as well as experience in clinical and pre-hospital medical practice.


Uthaylah Al-Arab

Uthaylah is a second-generation American-Lebanese student born and raised in Lebanon. Her research interests include climate change, wildfire smoke, epidemiology, and the effect of nutrition on maternal and child health. She plans on applying to medical school after completing her MPH to practice pediatrics. She would use her knowledge from the MPH program to equip…



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