About Me
Hi, I’m Melecia Wright—a scientist at heart, a data strategist by trade, and a problem-solver by passion. I am determined to use my expertise to create positive societal change.
When I’m not working with data, you’ll find me traveling to new places, exploring different cuisines, and immersing myself in nature.
Academic
My academic research explores the intersection of nutrition, epidemiology, and data science—often with a policy or equity lens. I’ve published studies using longitudinal data, national health surveys, and biomarker analysis to understand dietary impacts on chronic disease and public health outcomes.
- PhD, Nutrition Epidemiology – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA
- AB, Molecular Biology, Minor in Environmental Studies – Princeton University, USA
- Visiting Scholar – The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill, Barbados
- IB – United World College of the Atlantic, Wales, UK
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Blog
Insights on data science, public health, and the power of policy-driven change.
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Quantifying the Impact of Food Policy on Health
Food policies can significantly influence public health outcomes. In this post, we explore how data science can quantify these impacts...
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#FoodGoals: Data Science Applied to Nutrition
Nutrition is a critical aspect of health, and data science offers powerful tools to analyze and improve dietary habits. Discover how...
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A Scientist at Heart
Being a scientist is more than a profession; it's a passion. Join me as I share my journey and the lessons I've learned along the way...
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Contact
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