Welcome! I am a developmental research professional and a T32 NIMH Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Institute for Child Development at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.

My research examines how family and educational environments shape children’s academic, cognitive, and social-emotional development, focusing on under-resourced populations in the U.S. and low- and middle-income countries.

The ultimate goal of my work is to address the poverty-related challenges and stressors that disrupt children’s development and to inform policies and practices that promote equitable opportunities for children and families.

You can reach me for conversation via email at noellems@umn.edu.