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By Michelle Edelstein

As we honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is observed from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Americans’ histories, cultures, and contributions.

Dr. Zorimar Rivera-Núñez is an assistant professor in the Rutgers School of Public Health’s Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology and a proud Latina. Her journey – from navigating language barriers to leading groundbreaking research on environmental exposures and maternal health – is a testament to resilience, perseverance, and the power of heritage.

We sat down with Dr. Rivera-Núñez to discuss how her Puerto Rican roots influence her work.

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(Source: Rutgers SPH News – September 19, 2024)