Marisa Connell

Marisa Connell serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS), within the College of Arts & Sciences. She joined the faculty in 2022 and maintains an office in SB 210. Her academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Oregon and a BA from Reed College.

Her educational background comprises:

• PhD, University of Oregon
• BA, Reed College

Dr. Connell's research program investigates asymmetric cell division in Drosophila neural stem cells (neuroblasts), focusing on the molecular mechanisms governing protein segregation to daughter cells and mitotic spindle orientation. This work elucidates evolutionarily conserved processes critical for cellular differentiation during development, with implications for regenerative medicine and developmental disorders. Her expertise spans stem cell biology, developmental genetics, and cellular dynamics.

While her Google Scholar profile indicates active publication output, no specific awards or honors are documented in the source material. Dr. Connell contributes to LSUS through research advancing fundamental understanding of stem cell behavior and developmental pathways.