Janet Melonakos

Janet Melonakos is a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at Davidson College. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Bio 108 Human Biology (with lab), Bio 115 Molecules, Genes, & Cells (with lab), Bio 153 The History of Medicine, Bio 365 Cancer Biology Seminar, and Bio 391 Maternal and Fetal Health Seminar. Though she does not lead an active research lab, her expertise spans cell biology, cancer biology, and maternal/fetal biology, which she integrates into her pedagogical practice.

• Ph.D. from Duke University
• B.S. from Brigham Young University

Her research interests focus on the loss of tumor suppressor proteins during cellular transformation and the molecular mechanisms underlying normal physiological processes, particularly pregnancy. She emphasizes fostering enthusiasm for basic science research in her students, aiming to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications in cancer biology and medical history.