Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Karen Levy. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.
Karen Levy is a Professor in the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington. She holds a PhD in Environmental Health Sciences, an MPH, and an MSc from the University of California, Berkeley, as well as a BA from Stanford University. Her research focuses on the ecology and epidemiology of environmentally-mediated infectious diseases, utilizing microbiology, genomics, and epidemiology to investigate the linkages between environmental factors and enteric diseases, particularly through water quality, food safety, and the impact of climate change. Levy’s work aims to generate robust scientific evidence to address the burden of enteric diseases affecting vulnerable populations. Her research group actively engages in global health research, addressing equity, diversity, and inclusion, while fostering strong community research partnerships in Latin America and Africa. She is also involved in teaching courses on water, wastewater, and health, incorporating active learning practices to create an inclusive learning environment.
Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.