With a robust background in public health, Preti has completed internships at the University of Michigan and the University of Pittsburgh, working on projects ranging from SARS-CoV-2 detection in wastewater to healthcare administration and maternal and child health. She conducted an extensive data analysis and improved patient care, earning an honorable mention for the Williams-Hutchins Health Equity Award from the University of Pittsburgh’s CDC Lewis Undergraduate Public Health Scholars Program, along with presenting her findings to the CDC showcase multiple times on a variety of different projects.
As a project manager at the School of Medicine at Wayne State University, Preti oversees a comprehensive research study in occupational health, focusing on the impact of PM2.5 air pollution on the health of Metro Detroit residents. Her responsibilities include conducting outreach and collaborating with clinical advisors and providers.
Preti leads a multidisciplinary team, manage data collection and analysis using tools like Microsoft Excel, Python, and SAS, and ensure the integrity and accuracy of our findings. Additionally, she presents research results to stakeholders and funding entities, such as the CDC and NIOSH, and works on budget planning and grant writing to support their initiatives. Their study aims to highlight the health implications of air pollution and inform policy and intervention strategies to improve public health outcomes in disadvantaged communities.