Laura Carrel

Laura Carrel, PhD is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine at Pennsylvania State University's Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences. Her research focuses on X-chromosome inactivation mechanisms and their implications for genetic diseases, autoimmune disorders, and genomic medicine. Dr. Carrel has led multiple NIH-funded projects exploring systemic lupus erythematosus and X-linked genetic variations.

Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Key collaborations include international efforts in ape genome sequencing and autoimmune disease genomics. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles highlight her expertise in epigenetics, comparative genomics, and translational medicine.

Dr. Carrel has received prestigious awards including the 2020 Career Citation Milestone Award and the 2021 Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching. She actively collaborates with institutions like the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.