Laurie T. Martin

Dr. Laurie T. Martin is a Senior Policy Researcher and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. She specializes in maternal and child health, health equity, and public health policy, with over 20 years of experience in cross-sector solutions. Her work focuses on equity, health literacy, and improving access to healthcare systems for vulnerable populations. She has collaborated with governments, NGOs, and communities on large-scale grants, emphasizing program evaluation and strategic redesign.

Dr. Martin holds a Sc.D. in Maternal and Child Health from Harvard School of Public Health and an M.P.H. in Epidemiology from Boston University. She has authored numerous studies on military family health, pandemic response, and healthcare system integration. Notable contributions include the 'ALIGN for Health Toolkit' (2025) and evaluations of military counseling programs (2017).

Her research interests span health mindset evolution, health data systems, and cultural competency in healthcare. She leads initiatives like the Archstone Foundation Action Framework (2024) and has advised on AI integration in public health (2024). Grants include the Urban Child Institute CANDLE study (2015) and Department of Defense-funded projects on veteran mental health.

• Education: Sc.D. (Harvard), M.P.H. (Boston University)
• Key Awards: None explicitly listed, but recognized for impactful policy research.

Dr. Martin’s work bridges epidemiology, policy analysis, and community engagement to address systemic health inequities. She frequently publishes in high-impact venues like The Hill and collaborates with institutions like the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.