Melissa M. Kemp

Melissa M. Kemp is a Research Fellow at the Broad Institute, affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She holds a B.S. from Pace University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Biophysics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2005-2008). Her doctoral thesis explored the structure, activity, and therapeutic potential of glycosaminoglycans, reflecting her focus on biomolecular research with clinical applications.

Her research interests center on glycosaminoglycans, structural biology, and drug discovery. While no specific articles are listed, her work intersects biochemistry and biophysics, with implications for therapeutic development. She is associated with the Linhardt Research Labs and the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, suggesting collaborative ties between institutions.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. She advises no students as listed, though her postdoctoral role may involve collaborative research mentorship. Her current address is at the Broad Institute, Cambridge, MA, with contact information available via email or phone.