Research

Science has always been my passion, focusing on innovative and creative methodologies. My research involves the emerging field of translational genomics, taking the application of big data and genetic underpinnings of complex disorders like age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and Alzheimer’s disease to find novel clinical targets, therapies, and biomarkers.

I want to pursue translational genomics, using pharmacogenetic and environmental interactions to create personalized medicine-based therapies and treatments to combat and prevent disease.

Turning basic research into actual improvements in public health care is central to my goal; to take basic research findings to early clinical investigation with an eye towards public health and disease through team leadership and scientific communication.

My previous work was with the International Age-related Macular Degeneration Genomics Consortium and involved pharmacogenetics and personalized medicine studies. I’m also involved, under Prof. Haines, in CADRE, as well as the ADGC and ADSP for Alzheimer Disease research.

I continue to mentor women and others from underrepresented backgrounds to achieve academic and personal successes.

Feel free to contact me at michelle.grunin@gmail.com.