Dr. Elaine Nsoesie

Associate Professor

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Biography

Elaine O. Nsoesie is an Associate Professor at the Boston University School of Public Health, specializing in Global Health. With a PhD in Computational Epidemiology from Virginia Tech, her work focuses on using data science methods to address major global health challenges. She leads the Racial Data Tracker project at the Boston University Center for Antiracist Research and has been recognized internationally for her contributions to health equity. Nsoesie has published extensively in peer-reviewed literature and has been instrumental in initiatives that enhance disease surveillance systems with innovative data sources. As a faculty fellow in Data Science, she aims to increase the representation of underrepresented communities in data science, advocating for racial equity through data policy. Her collaborations with organizations like UNICEF and her presentations across five continents highlight her commitment to translating complex scientific ideas for diverse audiences. Nsoesie received numerous awards, including the NIH Director's Award and the Boston University School of Public Health Excellence in Public Health Practice Award, underscoring her impactful service and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-09-01 — Present

Boston University School of Public Health • Boston, MA

Leading research initiatives in Global Health, focusing on health equity and data science methodologies.

Data Scientist

2020-01-01 — Present

Boston University Center for Antiracist Research • Boston, MA

Directing the Racial Data Tracker project and developing strategies to enhance health equity through data.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.