I am a published researcher with a background in environmental sciences and public health. My Master's degree is in epidemiology and biostatistics, so I have a strong grasp of applied research methods and statistical analysis. I have worked with the World Health Organization and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Nevada Cancer Registry and the U.S. Department of Energy. I have also done some copy-editing for small businesses and non-profits, on projects such as NIH grant proposals, academic research papers and a field guide to birds. I have published original research papers in PLoS One, the International Journal of STD & AIDS, Rural and Remote Health and BMC's Harm Reduction Journal.