Associate Scientist

The petitioner proposes to continue her research in biomedical science, specifically focusing on advancing the understanding of mechanisms behind deadly diseases such as cholera, Salmonella, and COVID-19. Her work involves characterizing complex factors in antibiotic production and resistance to accelerate the development of novel, therapeutically effective antibiotics. The research aims to mitigate the threat of bacterial infections and minimize the prevalence and mortality of infectious diseases in the United States.

The petitioner proposes to continue her research integrating bacterial cell studies with high-throughput sequencing analysis to understand bacterial properties, focusing on natural product generation and bacterial functions to uncover mechanisms for new antibiotics and bioactive compounds.

The petitioner proposes to continue research in cancer biology, specifically exploring the molecular mechanisms behind tumor progression and drug resistance. This work focuses on identifying novel therapeutic targets to inform the development of advanced combination therapies and precision medicine paradigms. The intended impact is to improve patient survival rates by creating safer and more effective treatment options for cancers that have evolved resistance to conventional therapies.

The petitioner proposes to advance disease prevention and treatment strategies, specifically focusing on inflammatory bowel disease, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and novel infections. The work involves optimizing and synthesizing predictive, therapeutic, and diagnostic modalities to improve clinical outcomes for pressing health issues.