Laura B. Nolan
About Laura B. Nolan
Laura B. Nolan is a researcher with extensive experience in public health and data analysis, currently working at Mathematica Policy Research since 2016. She has held various research positions at notable institutions, including the Population Reference Bureau and Columbia University, and has expertise in Medicaid data analysis and behavioral health quality measurement.
Current Role at Mathematica
Laura B. Nolan has been employed at Mathematica Policy Research as a Researcher since 2016. In this role, she focuses on various research initiatives, leveraging her expertise in data analysis and visualization. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of improving public policy through rigorous research and evaluation.
Previous Experience in Research
Before joining Mathematica, Laura worked at several notable institutions. She served as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at Columbia University from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she held a research position at the Population Reference Bureau for two months in 2012 and was a Research Assistant at the Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies from 2009 to 2010.
Educational Background
Laura B. Nolan has a strong academic background. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from Tufts University, followed by a Master of Science in Global Health and Population from Harvard University School of Public Health. She completed her PhD in Demography and Social Policy at Princeton University, further solidifying her expertise in these fields.
Expertise in Data Analysis
Laura specializes in data visualization and the analysis of Medicaid enrollment and claims data. Her work includes leading the development of data quality and methods briefs for the Transformed Medicaid Statistical Information System (T-MSIS) Analytic Files. She has also served as the analytic lead on the first T-MSIS Substance Use Disorder Data Book, which was mandated by Congress.
International Experience
Laura has international experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Fiji Islands from 2006 to 2008. This role involved community service and development, contributing to her understanding of global health issues and population dynamics.