Preethi Ragasudha, Ph.D.
About Preethi Ragasudha, Ph.D.
Preethi Ragasudha, Ph.D., is a Nutrition Research Supervisor currently working at Mathematica and serving as the Nutrition Information Coordinator at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. She has extensive experience in molecular biology, clinical nutrition, and public health nutrition, with a strong academic background including a Ph.D. in Nutrition from the University of Kerala.
Work at Mathematica
Preethi Ragasudha serves as a Nutrition Research Supervisor at Mathematica, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she focuses on nutrition-related research initiatives, contributing her expertise in clinical and public health nutrition. Her work involves analyzing data and developing strategies to improve nutritional outcomes. Mathematica is known for its commitment to evidence-based research, and Ragasudha's role is integral in advancing the organization's mission in the field of nutrition.
Current Role at Harvard Medical School
In addition to her position at Mathematica, Preethi Ragasudha works as a Nutrition Information Coordinator at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. She has been in this role since 2022, where she applies her knowledge of nutrition to support clinical practices and research. Her responsibilities include coordinating nutrition information and resources, ensuring that healthcare professionals have access to the latest evidence in nutrition science.
Education and Expertise
Preethi Ragasudha holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nutrition from the University of Kerala, which she completed from 2004 to 2011. She also earned a Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition from Kerala Agricultural University between 1999 and 2002. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor's degree in Home Science from the University of Kerala from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background is complemented by a strong foundation in molecular biology, enhancing her expertise in clinical and public health nutrition.
Professional Background
Preethi Ragasudha has a diverse professional background in nutrition research and education. She has held various roles, including Postdoctoral Fellow at Tufts University School of Medicine and CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL. At Tufts, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship in public health nutrition, focusing on global health innovation. Additionally, she worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL, where she managed a multicenter trial on pediatric malnutrition. Her experience also includes volunteering at the University of Rochester.
Research Initiatives
Throughout her career, Preethi Ragasudha has been involved in significant research initiatives. Notably, she worked on the SNACSII study, which focuses on policy research related to nutrition. Her role in managing a multicenter trial on pediatric malnutrition reflects her commitment to addressing critical issues in nutrition. These research efforts contribute to her overall goal of improving public health outcomes through evidence-based nutrition practices.