
Gitanjali Shrestha, M.A., Ph.D.
Education
Ph.D. Prevention Science, Washington State University, 2019
M.A. Human Development, Washington State University, 2014
B.S. Sociology, Southern Arkansas University, 2008
Areas of Emphasis
- Non-experimental evaluation of prevention programs
- Dissemination and implementation science
- Economic evaluation
- Community readiness for prevention programs
Research Interests
I am a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in the IMPACT Lab in the Department of Human Development, Washington State University. My area of emphasis is practice-oriented translational research for prevention programs. My research focuses on evaluating prevention programs in non-experimental settings, and on helping overcome barriers to evidence-based program dissemination, adaptability, and sustainability.