Lisa M. Boyd, PhD
About Lisa M. Boyd, PhD
Lisa M. Boyd, PhD, is a research scientist whose work focuses on the intersection of sociology, demography, and health outcomes. She has extensive experience in studying racial residential segregation, prenatal care, and the well-being of children in various family structures.
Current Role at Socially Determined
Lisa M. Boyd, PhD, serves as a Research Scientist at Socially Determined, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on research that informs health outcomes and social determinants of health. Her work contributes to understanding how various factors impact health disparities and community well-being.
Education and Expertise
Lisa M. Boyd earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sociology and Demography from Penn State University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Prior to her Ph.D., she obtained a Master's Degree in Sociology and Demography from the same institution, studying from 2010 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Cornell University, where she studied from 2005 to 2009.
Research Focus and Contributions
Lisa M. Boyd's research has explored several critical areas, including the impact of racial residential segregation on health outcomes and the effects of group prenatal care on birth outcomes. She has also investigated predictors of lower urinary tract symptoms in women and analyzed the links between divorce and children's well-being. Her work examines community health dynamics, particularly concerning low-income mothers with chronic conditions.
Previous Positions and Experience
Before her current role, Lisa M. Boyd held various research and teaching positions. She worked as an Associate Research Scientist and NIMH Postdoctoral Fellow at Yale University from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Research Coordinator at Yale University School of Medicine and held roles at Cornell University, including Research Assistant and Program and Teaching Assistant. Her early experience includes an internship at the Speed Art Museum and a volunteer position at the University of Louisville.
Research Methodologies and Areas of Study
Lisa M. Boyd employs diverse research methodologies to investigate complex social issues. Her studies have delved into the experiences of multiple stressors during pregnancy and the heterogeneity among single mothers in the U.S. She has also explored family dynamics across various family types and the concept of 'family belonging,' contributing to a deeper understanding of social structures and health outcomes.