Dr. Kelly Crowe
Assistant Professor, Biology
Dr. Crowe holds a Ph.D. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from The Ohio State University as well as an M.S. in Biology from Missouri State University and a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from Drury University. She teaches courses in the biomedical sciences such as Physiology and Medical Biotechnology.
Her laboratory group currently focuses on utilizing in vitro models to develop biomarkers for assessment of gene therapy in GNE myopathy, a disease of progressive muscle wasting. She has additional research interest in the molecular mechanisms of muscle atrophy, such as that which can occur in astronauts during prolonged spaceflight. Dr. Crowe is also passionate about engaging in science outreach to the community with the goal of promoting public understanding of scientific research.