Thais C. Morata is president of the International Society of Audiology, a Founding Editorial Board Member for the International Journal of Audiology and for the Cochrane Work systematic review group.   She has published and lectures extensively in the United States and abroad.  She recently retired as research audiologist at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health,  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the US.  She is recognized as a mentor and collaborator with researchers across the globe, and recipient of several awards.  Her pioneering research in the area of noise and health has contributed to international occupational safety and health policies.  She is currently devoting time to the goals of improving the communication of science to the public through new media and promoting the adoption of evidence-based health practices.