Rukundo Kambarami Benedict is an experienced nutrition researcher currently serving as the Lead Nutrition Research Associate at The Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) Program since August 2017. In this role, Rukundo analyzes national datasets and authors reports to guide nutrition policy and programs. Prior to this, she was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Cornell University, where research focused on breastfeeding practices in South Asia and the quality of maternal nutrition counseling. Rukundo's academic journey includes a PhD from Cornell University, where teaching and research on nutrition and health were key components, and a Master of Science in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Early experiences included a role as a Research Assistant for a WHO/Johns Hopkins collaboration and various research positions at the Zvitambo Institute, further emphasizing Rukundo's dedication to advancing nutrition and public health interventions.