Carly Griffin, BS

Carly Griffin is a dedicated scholar committed to advancing public health through research, advocacy, and implementation. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and is currently pursuing her graduate degree at the Rollins School of Public Health, focusing on Epidemiology. She is also pursuing a certificate in Infectious Disease Epidemiology, reflecting her interest in understanding and mitigating the impact of infectious diseases.

Ms. Griffin’s journey into public health began during her undergraduate years, when she was involved in HIV prevention efforts with First Coast Community Development, Inc. This experience ignited her passion for addressing the intersection of infectious diseases and social determinants of health, recognizing that inequities in access to healthcare, education, and resources exacerbate disease transmission.

As a graduate research assistant at the Rollins School of Public Health, Ms. Griffin is actively involved in tuberculosis (TB) research. Her work not only contributes to the scientific understanding of TB but also addresses the manifestations of TB into post-tuberculosis lung disease. Her efforts have been further enriched through the Rollins School of Public Health Global Field Experience Award, which provided her the opportunity to conduct research in South Africa at The Aurum Institute. This experience not only broadened her perspective but also deepened her commitment to global health equity.

Ms. Griffin strives to catalyze tangible action and sustained progress in public health initiatives. As a Dr. James A. Ferguson Emerging Infectious Disease RISE graduate fellow, she actively gains a robust experience conducting public health fieldwork and enhancing her knowledge in the infectious disease sector. The fellowship has helped her open the door to more research experiences, professional development, and public health education. Her plans are to continue transforming public health through practice and understanding the underlying inequities that perpetuate infectious disease transmission. She hopes that her efforts will contribute to lowering transmission rates, increased access to treatment, and ultimately alleviating the burdens of infectious diseases.