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Boeldt, Debra, Ph.D
Dickinson Research Fellow
Debra Boeldt, Ph.D. is a Dickinson Research Fellow at the Scripps Translational Science Institute. She joined Dr. Cinnamon Bloss’ research group in 2013 in the area of Social Sciences and Bioethics.
Dr. Boeldt received her B.A. in psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research interests have spanned behavioral genetics, developmental psychopathology, and social and ethical issues in genomics. She received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado-Boulder in 2013 after completion of her predoctoral internship at UC San Diego and the San Diego VA Hospital. While attending the University of Colorado, Dr. Boeldt also received a certificate in Behavioral Genetics through the Institute of Behavioral Genetics.
Dr. Boeldt has always been intrigued by the interplay between genetics and environment. Through her clinical training, she has becoming increasingly interested in the translation and application of genomic information. Dr. Boeldt’s current research interests include the psychological impact of whole genome sequencing, bioethical issues in genomics, and personalized medicine. In addition to genomics research, Dr. Boeldt is involved in multiple studies utilizing digital medicine in healthcare in order to improve patient outcomes. She is currently pursuing licensure through the California Board of Psychology.