Who am I?

I have a PhD from Tufts University where I used genetic tools to study the role of CD4 T cells in the immune system and autoimmune disease. I then did a postdoctoral fellowship where I studied how stem cells maintain the ability to become any needed cell type. Following my postdoc I was an Assistant Professor at a university for four years where I taught biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology and more

During these experiences, I discovered a passion for science education and communication and started Science Whiz Liz.

I recently resigned my faculty position to take a position spearheading the development of science education and outreach programming that incorporates hands on science and research.

I am also a contributing writer for Those Nerdy Girls and ASBMB Today. Outside of science, I am a wife, mother of two, runner, hiker, and an avid reader.

Why subscribe?

I am dedicated to make science understandable to the public and tackle topics here with that focus. When you subscribe to get full access to the newsletter and website. It offers a place for you to support my work off of social media in case those accounts ever disappear. That means a lot to me these days!

It is also much easier for me to keep track of comments here, so feel free to comment on any post or join my community chat!

Finally, please remember that I am a PhD scientist, I am not a medical provider. The information here is for educational purposes only and you must always discuss any specific medical needs with your providers.

Best,

Liz