معرفی
Kerry Paumi is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at Centre College, serving since her promotion in 2018 after joining as Assistant Professor in 2009. She concurrently holds critical advisory roles as Chief Health Professions Advisor, Medical School Advisor, and Pre-Med Advisor, guiding students through health career pathways.
Education:
- B.S. in Chemistry, Gettysburg College
- Ph.D., Wake Forest University
- Postdoctoral Training: Biochemistry Department, Wake Forest University School of Medicine
- Postdoctoral Training: Pharmacology Department, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Her research pioneers peptide-based inhibitors and metal chelators for disease treatment, bridging medicinal chemistry and biochemistry to develop novel therapeutics. Publications in Nature, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Organometallics demonstrate impactful contributions to drug discovery and inorganic chemistry, particularly in targeting metal-dysregulation pathologies like neurodegenerative disorders.
Scientific Awards:
- Centre Scholar (2015)
As Chief Health Professions Advisor, Dr. Paumi mentors pre-medical students through curriculum planning, MCAT preparation, and medical school applications, leveraging her dual expertise in chemistry and medical research to shape future healthcare professionals.
