Spotlights
Students, Faculty & Alumni
Spotlight on MD/PhD Student: Chad Mayer
Chad Mayer MD/PhD Candidate Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine What brought you to BU? I decided in college that I wanted to pursue medicine as a career as a way to bring together my love of science and desire to help people in life-altering ways. While in college I had the chance to get involved in research with one of my professors, and after graduation continued in biomedical research in Seattle. I have always loved Boston and New... More
Spotlight on PhD Student: Kathleen Goodmon
Kathleen Goodmon PhD Candidate, Molecular & Translational Medicine What brought you to BU? I applied to BU because of its unique location in the biomedical hub of Boston. My research background as an undergraduate was rooted in the clinic and my goal as a Ph.D. student was to have my lab bench be as close to clinicians, hospitals and patients as possible, yet still have access to great engineers and chemists. The BU medical campus seemed to have... More
Spotlight on Faculty: Theresa A. Davies, Ph.D.
How did you first become interested in science? I have loved science since I was a child. My parents worked in teaching and business, so I had no direct connection to the field, but I ended up majoring in chemistry at the University of Virginia and developed a passion for biochemistry. When I first started my undergraduate career, I planned on attending medical school, but instead I chose to take a research position at Boston... More
Spotlight on Postdoc: Juliane Hirnet
Juliane Hirnet Postdoctoral Fellow Viglianti Lab, Department of Microbiology What brought you to BU? I did my PhD work in Germany in a Russian-German collaboration project, during which I spent some time in a Russian lab. After finishing the PhD I wanted to do a postdoc in an English-speaking country. I was very open regarding the geographical location (mostly US and UK) and applied at several universities, including BU. My PhD thesis was about polioviruses and I wanted to... More
Spotlight on Student: Fadie Coleman
Fadie Coleman, PhD Candidate Department of Microbiology Not all people are lucky enough to find a career they are passionate about, but Fadie Coleman, PhD candidate in the Department of Microbiology, has found two. A researcher and a teacher, she pursued a doctorate degree to combine both her career interests into one. Actively involved in the GMS community, she serves as a positive role model for what happens when you reach for your goals. What brought you to... More
Spotlight on PhD Student: Sarah Rozelle
Sarah Rozelle PhD Student, Molecular Medicine Some people are born to lead and serve others. Sarah Rozelle, member of the Cell and Molecular Biology program and Molecular Medicine program at Boston University School of Medicine, is no exception. A California native and addict to Peet’s Coffee, Sarah discusses first hand her stem cell research, volunteer work, and the importance of a fun work environment. What brought you to BU? Before coming to Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM), I... More
Spotlight on Faculty: David Levin, Ph.D.
What brought you to Boston University? Several aspects of Boston University prompted me to move from Johns Hopkins University. Certainly, its location in Boston is a tremendously positive factor. There is an enormous pool of bright and talented scientists in Boston. But perhaps the most important element was the high level of collaborative interaction that is part of the culture of Boston University. We have a very interactive community here, which is important for professional growth... More
Spotlight on MS Student: Rebekah Gould
What drove you to pursue a career in science? Science was always secondary to dentistry. From as far back as I can remember I have wanted to be a dentist, and naturally, I found myself interested in science. Growing up, I had a strong relationship with my own pediatric dentist and orthodontist, and I really admired him. When it came time to attend college, I decided to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill... More
Spotlight on Faculty: Dr. Barnes and Dr. Laird
Medicine is not always about hospitals and biomedical research. For this reason, Dr. Linda Barnes and Dr. Lance Laird worked to create the Medical Anthropology and Cross Cultural Practices (MACCP) program here at BUSM. A “program by design,” students in this program experience a new way of examining medicine and the process of health and healing in cultures from around the world, particularly as these cultures have entered the United States. Can you tell me a... More
Spotlight on Faculty: Dr. Symes & Dr. Dasgupta
Science is constantly evolving, and with that comes the need for graduate education to adapt. Dr. Shoumita Dasgupta of the Genetics and Genomics program and Dr. Karen Symes of the Biochemistry Department agree. With a group of other dedicated GMS faculty, they have transformed doctoral education at BUSM through the development of a new and engaging curriculum. Can you tell me a little about the Foundations in Biomedical Sciences (FBS) curriculum? Dr. Dasgupta: The evolution of the... More