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Mary Beth Terry is a Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, also serving as the Executive Director of the Silent Spring Institute. With over 25 years of experience, she has led molecular epidemiologic studies focusing on the role of genomics and epigenomics in modifying the effects of environmental exposures on cancer risk outcomes. Her work emphasizes prenatal exposures and their impact on breast cancer risk, as well as understanding gene-environmental interactions during windows of susceptibility. Notably, she conducts research aimed at reducing cancer health inequities within New York City communities and serves as a contact Principal Investigator for the international Breast Cancer Family Registry. Terry holds a PhD in Epidemiology and a Master's degree in Economics and has served as an econometrician. She has received several awards for her research, mentorship, and community service, demonstrating her commitment to public health and education.
Department of Anthropology (GSAS)