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Lab Members

Frodo Baggins-Ospina

PhD in Quantic Cuteness

Frodo is the loudest member of DMETRE Lab. He specializes in cuteness, biting, chewing and nipping other lab members' hands. Frodo was born in Barrhead, Alberta; he is a handsome and "woof" boy.

Simran Brar

MSc Graduate Student (Queen's University)

Simran is currently completing a Masters in Public Health Sciences (specializing in Epidemiology) at Queen’s University. She previously completed her Honour Bachelor of Science with a major in Life Sciences and a major in Psychology from the University of Ottawa. Simran’s previous work has been with child development through working with children with autism, conducting a study with children and parents, and working in a childhood development lab. Currently, her research is focused on mental health and cultural connectedness of Métis children. As a member of the DMETRE Lab, Simran is enthusiastic to learn different research methodologies and data analysis approaches.

Jesus Serrano-Lomelin, PhD

Postdoctoral Fellow

Jesus Serrano-Lomelin has a PhD. in epidemiology from the School of Public Health, University of Alberta (2017). Previous academic background includes: BSc in Biology, Data Base Manager (ORACLE) certification, Master in Data Mining and Statistical learning, and Specialization in Applied Statistics. The doctoral thesis was about the effects of hazardous industrial mixtures, emitted into the air by industrial facilities, on adverse birth outcomes. Currently, I am working as a postdoctoral fellow with Dr. Maria Ospina in the areas of women and children health and social determinants of health. I am interested in the application of modern/novel statistical, spatial, and data mining methods in epidemiology, and in environmental and biological sciences.

Angel Zhou

Research Assistant

Angel is currently completing a PhD in Public Health Sciences (specializing in Epidemiology) at Queen’s University. Prior to this, Angel completed a MSc in Epidemiology at Queen's and was a Research Coordinator in the Oncology Clinical Trials department at Kingston General Hospital, where she conducted phase III/Iv studies in various cancer disease sites. Her 6+ years of experience in this role ultimately inspired her to pursue higher education in the field of epidemiology. Angel’s research interest centers around cancer epidemiology; mainly, investigating the role of drug policy, population equity, and economic barriers in gynecological cancer prevention and treatment. Through her RA-ship with DMETRE, Angel is extremely excited to apply the analytical skills from her recent studies and learn new epidemiological methodologies.

Aleisha Fernandes, MSc

PhD Student (Queen's University)

Aleisha is currently completing a PhD in Public Health Sciences (specializing in Epidemiology) at Queen’s University. She recently completed her MSc in Public Health Sciences (specializing in Epidemiology) from Queen’s University and Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (Public Health and Data Concentration) with a minor in Kinesiology and Health Ethics from Simon Fraser University. She has an interest in early child development and reproductive epidemiology and its intersection with the social determinants of health and spatial epidemiology

Sapna Rameshwarsingh-Nobutt

MSc Graduate Student (Queen's University)

Sapna is currently pursuing a Master's in Public Health Sciences (specializing in Epidemiology) at Queen's University. She previously completed her Honours Bachelor of Life Sciences degree at McMaster University, with a minor in Psychology. She has a keen interest in maternal health and neonatal development, as well as how these factors intersect with the social determinants of health. She has recently completed an Epidemiology & Benefit Risk internship at Sanofi where she worked on a cohort study of epileptic and bipolar disorder patients, focussing on pregnancy outcomes. As a member of the DMETRE Lab, Sapna is excited to expand her epidemiological skills to contribute to the field of maternal and perinatal health.

Madelyn Arcand

MSc Graduate Student (Queen's University)

Madelyn is currently completing a Master of Science in Public Health (specializing in Epidemiology) at Queen’s University. During her Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Life Science from Queen’s University, Madelyn focused much of her coursework on subjects related to global health, reproductive sciences, and the social determinants of health. In her MSc, Madelyn hopes to continue along this path with research extending to women’s and perinatal health outcomes. She is particularly interested in the prospect of studying the intersection and correlation of maternal sleep with newborn cognition. As a member of the DMETRE Lab, Madelyn is excited to work with individuals of diverse skillsets and to learn about various research methodologies and epidemiological principles.

Albert Ben

Undergraduate Student - Health Sciences (Queen's University)

Albert is a first-year undergraduate student at Queen's University. He is currently completing a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences. Being a part of the DMETRE Lab, Albert is eager to explore the field of epidemiology and public health, and also developing a basis for research in them. He is currently working with Simran to explore the cultural connectedness and well-being of Indigenous peoples

Phoebe Weng

Undergraduate Student - Health Sciences (Queen's University)

Phoebe is a second-year undergraduate student completing a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences at Queen's University. Through her work volunteering with children at Kingston General Hospital and Project Sunshine, she's developed a passion for public health and both maternal and fetal health. Phoebe is excited to work as a member of the DMETRE Lab to learn about epidemiology and studying the social determinants of health

Kanzy Elmaghraby

Undergraduate Student - Health Sciences (McMaster University)

Kanzy is currently completing a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences at McMaster University. Kanzy has volunteered alongside patients at Providence Care and has experience working and teaching ESL to newcomers. After her first semester of studies, Kanzy developed a keen interest in the interdisciplinary nature of health and wellbeing. She will be working alongside Aleisha to explore the relationship between the social determinants of health and the long-term health outcomes of mothers and infants. As a member of the DMETRE Lab, Kanzy is eager to gain field experience, develop a foundation in research methodologies, and learn more about public health.

Ruben Ohanian

Undergraduate Student - Health Sciences (Queen's University)

Ruben is a second-year undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Health Sciences at Queen's University. With a strong passion for epidemiology and population health, Ruben is excited to join a collaborative team where he can apply his knowledge and skills. As a member of the DMETRE Lab, Ruben is eager to learn more about the research process and play a role in creating innovative approaches to pressing health challenges.

Past Trainees

Omolara Sanni

Postdoctoral Fellow (2018 – 2020)

Britt Voaklander

MSc Epidemiology (2017-2020)

Sana Amjad

MSc Global Health (2017-2019)

Rachel Livergant

Undergraduate Medical Student (2020)

Natalie Czuczman

Undergraduate Medical Student (2020)

Vidhi Desai

Undergraduate Medical Student (2019)

Safia Marani

Undergraduate Medical Student (2019)

Jason (Jia) Li

Undergraduate Summer Student (2018)

Isaiah MacDonald

Undergraduate Medical Student (2017)

Zahra Karkhaneh

Undergraduate Summer Student (2017)

Stewart Rowe

Undergraduate Summer Student (2017)

Linn Moore

Postdoctoral Fellow (2020 - 2022

Stuart Lau

MSc Medical Sciences (Ob&Gyn) (2020 - 2022)

Sarah Almas

Undergraduate Medical Student (2021)

Courtney Tromburg

Undergraduate Medical Student (2021)

Tona Pitt

PhD Medical Sciences (2022)

Sana Amjad

PhD Medical Sciences (2022)

Ashton James

MSc Epidemiology (2020 - 2023)

Maryam Adesunkanmi

MSc Medical Sciences (2021 - 2023)

Jamie Tan

Undergraduate Student (2023)

Mansi More

Undergraduate student (2021-2022)

Alec Brandwood

MSc Epidemiology (2022-2024)

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We are located at Carruthers Hall at Queen's University, which is situated on the unceded territory of Katarokwi, also known by the colonized name of Kingston; traditional lands of the Anishinaabe and the Haudenosaunee peoples. To this day, it continues to be the home of the Anishinaabe and the Haudenosaunee peoples, as well as for a significant Métis community and First Peoples from other Nations across Turtle Island.

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