Erin T. Strovel

Erin T. Strovel, PhD, serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine with secondary appointment in Pediatrics, where she directs the Biochemical Genetics Laboratory and maintains board certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics through the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG).

Her educational foundation includes:

• B.A. in Biochemistry summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College), 1989-1993
• Ph.D. in Human Genetics, University of Maryland Baltimore, 1993-1999
• Fellowship in Clinical Biochemical Genetics, NICHD/NIH, 1999-2002

Dr. Strovel's research program integrates clinical diagnostics with educational innovation, focusing on:

• Development of newborn screening methodologies for metabolic disorders
• Quality assurance standards in biochemical genetics laboratories
• Clinical guideline development for biotinidase deficiency and glutaric aciduria
• Medical genetics curriculum design for medical and graduate education

Her publication record demonstrates sustained translational impact through multi-center validation studies and leadership in establishing national diagnostic standards.

Professional recognition includes:

• Professional Achievement Award, McDaniel College (2007)
• Trustee Alumni Award, McDaniel College (2011)

As an educator, she serves as Content Lead for Genetics in Foundations curriculum while securing continuous external funding:

• NHGRI Biochemical Genetics Training Support for Fellows (2006-present)
• Maryland Department of Health project: 'For the Family and the Medical Home' (2012-present)

Her laboratory leadership extends nationally through current directorship of ABMGG (2024-present) and ongoing participation in committees shaping genetic testing standards and certification processes across North America.