Ashley Cannon

Ashley Cannon, PhD, MS, CGC is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), dual-affiliated with the School of Health Professions' Genetic Counseling Program and the Department of Genetics. Her roles include clinical genetic counseling in the Neurofibromatosis Clinic and Undiagnosed Diseases Program, alongside research focused on neurofibromatosis (NF1) treatment, longitudinal quantification of cutaneous neurofibromas, and psychosocial impacts. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience (Mayo Clinic, 2012) and MS in Genetic Counseling (UAB, 2015), with postdoctoral training at Mayo Clinic Florida.

Education:

• PhD in Neuroscience, Mayo Medical School (2012)
• MS in Genetic Counseling, UAB (2015)
• Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of North Florida (2005)

Research interests span neurodegenerative disease modeling, genetic counseling efficacy, and translational therapies for NF1. Professional certifications include Certified Genetic Counselor (ABGC, 2015-2020).

No specific grants or awards are listed, though her work bridges clinical practice and research in genetic medicine. She has advised no listed students but actively mentors through clinical programs.