Elizabeth Kelvin

Elizabeth Kelvin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (SPH). She also serves as a Researcher at the CUNY Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health and the CUNY SPH Center for Immigrant, Refugee and Global Health, and holds adjunct appointments at Hofstra University/Northwell Health and the University of Alcalá in Spain. Her research focuses on infectious diseases, particularly neurocysticercosis and HIV/AIDS, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries. Dr. Kelvin has led randomized controlled trials (RCTs), including studies on albendazole treatment for neurocysticercosis and HIV self-testing (HIVST) in Kenya, contributing to policy changes such as HIVST approval in Kenya. She directs the Neglected and Emerging Infectious Diseases (NEID) lab, which includes students and faculty collaborating on global health research.

Education:

• PhD in Epidemiology, Columbia University
• MPhil in Epidemiology, Columbia University
• MPH in Epidemiology, Columbia University
• MA in Latin American Studies, Tulane University
• BA in Psychology, University of Chicago

Research Interests: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, HIV/AIDS, STIs, Neurocysticercosis, Global Health, and Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs). Dr. Kelvin’s work bridges clinical trials, policy implementation, and community-driven solutions to address neglected and emerging diseases.

Articles Overview: Her recent publications explore diphtheria outbreak dynamics, long-term neurocysticercosis outcomes, HIV self-testing uptake barriers, and pandemic impacts on healthcare access. Her studies emphasize translational research with direct policy implications.

Awards & Grants: Dr. Kelvin has secured grants from NINDS, PSC CUNY, and others for RCTs on neurocysticercosis and HIVST. While no specific awards are listed, her extensive publication record and leadership in global health research highlight her professional achievements.

Labs & Teams: The NEID lab focuses on multidisciplinary research addressing neglected tropical diseases and emerging infections, leveraging epidemiological and implementation science approaches.