Quynh Nguyen (she/her/hers) helps develop and oversee projects to improve public health, including federal agency transparency and FDA approval standards and processes, by conducting policy research, writing and reviewing advocacy documents, and building strategic relationships with stakeholders.

Prior experience

Prior to joining CSPI, Quynh worked as a senior policy advisor and regulatory counsel for the Food and Drug Administration, and as an attorney for the Department of Agriculture and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.  She brings to CSPI legal, policy, and regulatory experience with knowledge of FDA-regulated products, including drugs, foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and tobacco products.  She holds a JD from the University of Washington School of Law and a BA in Science and Technology Studies from Cornell University.  In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, and traveling with her family.

Joined CSPI

Quynh joined CSPI in October 2026.