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: A unique aspect of her research explores the intersection of plastic pollution and disease. By studying how mismanaged waste creates breeding grounds for mosquitoes, her team seeks ecological solutions to public health crises. Academic Contributions

Operating out of her lab at Stanford's Department of Pediatrics, Dr. LaBeaud has authored numerous influential studies that shape how international health organizations respond to outbreaks. Her multidisciplinary approach combines clinical medicine, epidemiology, and environmental science to protect communities from the next potential pandemic.

Dr. LaBeaud is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Infectious Diseases, dedicated to understanding and mitigating the impact of emerging infectious diseases worldwide. Her research focuses heavily on —viruses transmitted by arthropods like mosquitoes—which pose significant threats to global health. Key Research Areas