Linh Nguyen

Linh Nguyen, Ph.D., MPH is an Associate Professor-in-Residence in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. She joined the institution in 2017 and teaches microbiology and immunology in the predoctoral dental curriculum, contributing to curriculum development and interdisciplinary instruction.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Microbiology from University of Nevada, Las Vegas
  • Master of Public Health (MPH) in Community Health Education from University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Her research integrates public health methodologies—such as biostatistics, bioinformatics, and epidemiologic modeling—with dental education to address complex questions in oral and systemic health. She emphasizes the intersection of microbiology, epidemiology, and oral health, advocating for evidence-based, community-centered care approaches.

Dr. Nguyen has over 280 peer-reviewed publications and public health reports. In the classroom, she employs innovative strategies like gamified learning platforms to enhance student engagement and outcomes. Her prior decade-long role as an infectious disease epidemiologist at the Southern Nevada Health District informs her current work in pathogen surveillance and outbreak prevention.