Making a
difference.
It's in our DNA.

Courtney Carignan, PhD

she/her/hers
Assistant Professor
Food Science & Human Nutrition, Pharmacology & Toxicology
(517) 884-2039
208 G.M. Trout Food Science Building

Bio

Dr. Carignan is an exposure scientist and environmental epidemiologist whose research helps protect reproductive and child health by investigating exposure to contaminants in food, water, consumer and personal care products. She conducts biomonitoring and health studies for a wide range of populations, including preconception and birth cohorts as well as communities exposed to contaminated drinking water. Her research has contributed to public health interventions aimed at reducing exposures to flame retardants, perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and arsenic.

Mentees

Education

  • Ph.D., Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health (2008-08-16—2013-04-01)
  • B.A., Biological Sciences (Major); Marine Science (Minor), Rutgers University (2000-08-16—2004-05-01)

Employment

  • Assistant Professor, Michigan State University (2017-08-16)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University T H Chan School of Public Health (2014-05-01—2017-05-16)
  • Postdoctoral Researcher, Dartmouth College (2013-05-01—2014-04-30)