Kaitlin McKernan (she/her)
Dawn Newcomb Lab, G2
Email: kaitlin(dot)e(dot)mckernan(at)vanderbilt(dot)edu (substitute symbols where appropriate)
Graduate Program: Molecular Pathology & Immunology
Hometown: Libertyville, IL
Undergraduate Institution: University of Michigan
Research Interests: I am broadly interested in immunology and endocrinology, especially in the context of pregnancy, fetal and child development, and disorders of the immune system. I am currently studying the effect of maternal asthma on fetal immune development.
MSTP Leadership: Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion Council, SEMSS, Seminar Planning Committee, Leadership Workshop II Planning Committee, IDP Task Force, Outreach Volunteering Subcommittee
Hobbies/Interests: Running, hot girl walks, soccer, trying as many coffee shops in Nashville as possible