Ruby Lucas, PhD, MPH

Ruby Lucas is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the Applied Social and Psychiatric Epidemiology for Community Transformation (ASPECT) Lab. Ruby’s dissertation explored the relationship between gender affirmation and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care access and outcomes among transgender, nonbinary, and gender expansive (trans) populations. Their current body of research uses mixed-methods and community-engaged research to examine multilevel factors that influence the health and well-being of trans youth and adults, including the intersections gender affirmation, mental health, violence prevention, and SRH. They are interested in addressing disparities in access to health care and services, collaborating with health systems and community-based organizations to evaluate programs, and identifying evidence-based interventions that better meet the needs of marginalized communities and advance health equity.