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Joelle Brown, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Assistant Professor In-Residence, Epidemiology

Work Phone Number: 310-794-6205

Work Email Address: joellebrown@ucla.edu

Education: Ph.D.
Education: M.P.H.
Research Interests:
Major Research Interest
Reproductive health and prevention of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, among women and men in developed and developing countries.

Current Research Interest
Safety, acceptability, and efficacy of vaginal and rectal microbicides for the prevention of HIV and sexually transmitted infections; Prevention of and risk factors for Herpes Simplex Type 2 infection; Quantitative and qualitative research on the individual, interpersonal and cultural factors that influence ano-genital hygiene and lubrication practices and their effect on vaginal health; Validation of self-reported behaviors (e.g. adherence, sexual abstinence) using biomarkers; Methods for causal inference

Contact Information:
Work Phone Number: 310-794-6205

Work Email Address: joellebrown@ucla.edu

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