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Sandra B. Vanegas, PhD
Principal Investigator
Research Interests: Health disparities that impact children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Sandy Magana, PhD, MSW
Co-Investigator
Research Interests: Disparities that impact individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan
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Angela McCarty
Community Board Liaison
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Nico Nelson, MPH
Assistive Technology Advisor
Research Interests: Increasing accessibility to knowledge, services, and technology for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
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Kate Harwood, MSSW
PhD Student, Graduate Research Assistant
Research Interests: Healthcare transition for youth with complex healthcare needs