Dr. Jennifer Straughen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Straughen is a perinatal epidemiologist with broad expertise in studying prenatal factors that influence maternal and child health throughout the life course. She has a strong interest in the role of the placenta in mediating perinatal children’s health outcomes. Her ongoing projects investigate the relationships between prenatal exposures, placental function, and childhood health outcomes. Accordingly, her research focuses on various aspects of prenatal care and health interventions aimed at improving outcomes for mothers and their children.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology