Sexual and Gender Minorities (LGBTQ+)

My applied research focuses on attitudes, perceptions, and behavioral intentions toward sexual and gender minorities (e.g. lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex individuals). I have worked in collaboration with Dr. Jaimee Heffner at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, on two projects focused on intersectionality in LGBTQIA+ identities (e.g. identify as LGBTQIA+ and Latinx) and the impact on tobacco use and cessation experiences in New Mexico.

Additionally, I am currently working on a number of other projects focusing on health disparities and equity for LGBTQ+ individuals using differing levels of community-engaged research methods.

Statistical Analyses, Methodology, and Computer Simulations

I have a strong interest in statistical methodology within the social sciences. Specifically, I am interested in using computer simulations to illustrate expected trends and results prior to data collection. I am also interested in using computer simulations to illustrate issues with current statistical practices within the social sciences. For example, I am finalizing a manuscript that uses simulations to illustrate difficulties interpreting mediation within structural equation modeling (SEM) as well as issues interpreting goodness-of-fit measures for SEM within the social sciences.