Meera Menon

Meera Menon, PhD, has a diverse work experience background in research and evaluation. Meera worked as an Associate Director of Research and Evaluation at the National Institute for Children's Health Quality, where they led applied research efforts, managed data, and disseminated research findings. Prior to that, they served as a Senior Analyst at the same institute, contributing to applied research initiatives.

Meera also worked at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University as a Project Manager for the Active Start Project, where they analyzed intervention effects on child motor development and managed a randomized controlled trial. During their time at Tufts University, they also worked as a Research Intern for Shape Up Under Five (SU-U5), conducting qualitative analyses and facilitating meetings with early childhood stakeholders.

Before joining Tufts University, Meera worked as a Statistics and Methodology Consultant at the Eliot Pearson Department of Child Study and Human Development, where they conducted modeling and analysis of social program impacts. Meera also worked as a Research Analyst at Tufts Interdisciplinary Evaluation Research (TIER), using statistical modeling and writing evaluation reports.

Additionally, Meera worked as an Evaluation Consultant for Somerville Public Schools, conducting a needs assessment and performing survey analyses. Meera gained experience as a Lab Manager at Cornell University's Robertson Infant Laboratory, overseeing research assistants and conducting EEG experiments. Meera also worked as a Research Assistant for various projects at Cornell University, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and recruiting participants.

Earlier in their career, Meera served as a Cognitive Science Intern at Apollo Education Group, assisting in data collection and conducting statistical analyses. Meera also worked as a Research Assistant at Stanford University School of Medicine, managing datasets and assisting in conference preparations.

Overall, Meera Menon, PhD, has a strong background in research, evaluation, data analysis, and project management in various sectors related to children's health, nutrition, and cognitive development.

Meera Menon, PhD, pursued their education at various renowned institutions. Meera completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree at Cornell University, majoring in Human Development with a minor in Nutrition and Health. Later, they attended Tufts University, where they achieved a Master of Arts (MA) degree as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Child Study and Human Development.