Laura A. Powell, Ph.D.
James Crowe Lab
I studied the human antibody response to alphaviruses that cause arthritis-like disease.
Recent Papers: Powell LA, Fox JM, Kose N, Kim A, Mahedi M, Bombardi R, Carnahan R, Slaughter J, Morrison T, Diamond MS, and Crowe JE. Human monoclonal antibodies against Ross River virus target epitopes within the E2 protein and protect against disease. PLOS Pathogens. (in proof stage)
How Vanderbilt made an impact: The BRET Office of Career Development helped me discover career options beyond bench research. Specifically, I really appreciated all the ASPIRE program events and speakers that were brought in, and the opportunity to take the Biomedical Research and the Media short module. I believe these programs were instrumental in helping me decide on my current career path of consulting.
Next plans: I am now working for Latham BioPharm Group as an Associate Consultant.