Caroline Salafia

Predoctoral Research Fellow
Caroline Salafia

Cali is a postdoctoral research fellow in the Genomics, Risk, and Health Decision-Making Laboratory, receiving mentorship from Dr. Jennifer Hay and Dr. Jada Hamilton. Cali is also a member of Comskill: Communication Skills Training Program & Research Laboratory, receiving mentorship from Dr. Patricia Parker. She received a PhD in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut, an MA in Health Psychology from Central Connecticut State University, and a BA in Psychology from UAlbany. Her research is focused on family communication about cancer and cancer risk, medical decision-making, and health information seeking to inform cancer care decisions. Outside of work, she enjoys trying new coffee shops and restaurants, reading thriller novels, and watching HBO series.