Miranda McManus

Miranda McManus serves as an Adjunct Instructor at the College of Charleston, teaching foundational biology courses including BIOL 101, 102, 111, 112, and 305. Her academic role bridges undergraduate education with specialized research in molecular genetics and rare tumor-predisposing conditions.

Education:

• M.S. from University of Charleston
• Dual B.S. degrees and B.A. from College of Charleston

Her research focuses on improving clinical outcomes for neurofibromatosis (NF) and schwannomatosis (SWN) patients through molecular genetics approaches. As an active member of the REiNS International Collaboration, she contributes to establishing global consensus on clinical trial design and accelerating therapeutic development for these autosomal dominant disorders. Her work emphasizes translational applications from genetic mechanisms to patient-centered interventions.

Recent publications demonstrate concentrated efforts in standardizing clinical trial frameworks for NF/SWN, with particular attention to bone health metrics in NF1 and appearance-related quality-of-life assessments. This research trajectory highlights her commitment to addressing both physiological and psychosocial dimensions of rare genetic conditions through evidence-based clinical protocols.

Scientific Awards:

• Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award (2015)
• REiNS International Collaboration Outstanding Service Award (2023)

Dr. McManus maintains active research engagement through the REiNS collaboration while dedicating significant effort to undergraduate instruction. No formal advising relationships or grant funding details are documented in available sources. Her laboratory affiliations center exclusively on the REiNS International Collaboration network for clinical trial standardization.