Emily Nelson

Emily Nelson is a skilled software engineer and data scientist currently working at ExtraHop since June 2022. Previously, Emily served as a research engineer on the COVID-19 modeling team at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation from June 2017 to June 2022, contributing to significant data analysis efforts. Emily's background includes roles as a data analyst for IHME's financial data aggregation, leading data verification for the Salud Mesoamerica Initiative, and undertaking research and administrative tasks at Fundamental Inc. and Occidental College. With a Master's degree in Data Science from the University of Washington and a Bachelor's degree in Diplomacy and World Affairs/Economics from Occidental College, Emily possesses a strong analytical foundation and extensive experience in various data-related projects, including international development and health metrics.