Rachel Curtis-Robles
Position: Communications Director
Phone: 650-344-8592
Rachel’s background is in biology and public education. She enjoys connecting people with information they need to understand and make informed decisions.
Rachel has a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from Texas A&M University. Her experience includes: co-leading a national community science program to educate the public about Chagas disease vectors, working as a public health epidemiologist, field and laboratory work throughout the Americas, and science outreach presentations to audiences of all ages.
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Rachel presented in Spanish to a classroom in Puerto Rico during the American Mosquito Control Association conference in 2025.
Rachel regularly presents 'Tick Talks' to scout groups and adult groups about tick safety.
What residents have to say about Rachel
Rachel was a top notch presenter. She was engaging, knowledgeable, and open. The activities were interesting and we all learned a lot. Thanks for the opportunity!Participant in a 'Tick Talk' presentation by Rachel
I have taught for 34 years, and Dr. Rachel is probably the best presenter I have seen in the classroom5th grade teacher
Dr. Rachel is a gem. She was so inspirational that our school hopes to have her back next year to help launch out insect unit. Her enthusiasm was contagious!Kindergarten teacher