Ruby H.N. Nguyen

Ruby H.N. Nguyen is a Professor at the Division of Epidemiology & Community Health, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota. She holds a PhD in Epidemiology from Johns Hopkins University and an MHS in Epidemiology from the same institution, with a BA in Microbiology from the University of Minnesota. Her research focuses on maternal, child, and family health; environmental impacts on child development; domestic/sexual violence; and Asian American wellbeing.

• Key research areas: Environmental Health, Women's Health, Chronic Pain, Public Health Education

Nguyen leads a cohort study on endocrine-disrupting chemicals like phthalates in child development and investigates vulvodynia and chronic pain in women. Her recent publications span topics in pediatrics, epidemiology, and environmental health, emphasizing social vulnerability, dietary factors, and microbiome interactions.

• Scientific awards:
  • 2024 - University of Minnesota Community-Engaged Scholar Award
  • 2022 - Horace T. Morse-University of Minnesota Alumni Association Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education
  • 2020 - Harry Lando Faculty Award
  • 2020 & 2019 - University of Minnesota President’s Scholar Award for Community Engagement
  • 2018 - Leonard Schuman Excellence in Teaching Award
  • 2015 - Delta Omega Inductee
  • 2010 - National Vulvodynia Association Marinoff Career Award

Her work includes collaborations with the ECHO Cohort Consortium and contributions to public health surveillance systems. Contact: nguyen@umn.edu