Kelly Orlando

Kelly Orlando, Ph.D., is a Professor and Program Director of Biology in the Department of Natural Sciences at Immaculata University. She joined the faculty in 2012 after postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania and Villanova University, where she conducted research on yeast cell polarity and taught courses in cell and molecular biology. Her academic career spans over a decade of teaching and research in the biological sciences.

Dr. Orlando's educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Pennsylvania
• B.S. in Biology from Villanova University

Dr. Orlando's research spans several areas of biology, with a focus on Yeast Cell Biology and Genetics. Her work in Microbiology includes studies on fungal pathogens such as Candida glabrata, and she also engages in DNA Barcoding of Invertebrates for biodiversity assessment. Her research integrates molecular, cellular, and genetic approaches to understand fundamental biological processes.

Dr. Orlando's publication record reflects a strong focus on cell polarity in budding yeast, particularly the role of Cdc42 and septins in asymmetric cell growth. Her earlier work also explored apoptosis and phagocytosis in mammalian cells. More recently, she has investigated enzyme evolution in fungal pathogens. Her research demonstrates a consistent theme of understanding cellular organization and dynamics across diverse biological contexts.

Dr. Orlando has not been cited for any specific scientific awards in the available information.

Dr. Orlando has mentored undergraduate students in research, including L. Yokomizo who contributed as an undergraduate mentee to a 2011 publication on cell polarity in budding yeast. There is no mention of grant funding in the provided text.