Kelly Bezold

Kelly Bezold

Kelly Bezold

Molecular Research Associate

Internship

  • The Toledo Hospital, 1985-1986

Career

  • 18+ years serving NW Ohio and Lexington hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, doctors and patients.
  • 9 years teaching and researching at Washington and Lee University.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, minors in Chemistry and Biology, 1986

Research

I am currently working with Dr. Nadia Ayoub to sequence and describe the genes needed for silk synthesis in spiders. I have worked with most of the Biology department faculty members during my time at WLU to develop and implement molecular protocols to aid our faculty in their research. The data we collect and analyze through sequencing and other molecular techniques has appeared in many posters and professional publications. The knowledge we gain serves to answer questions including, but not limited to, gene function, evolution, and the effects of environmental and geological impacts on organisms.

Teaching

  • Genetics Laboratory (Biology 221)
  • Advanced Genetics Laboratory (Biology 321)
  • Independent Research and Summer Research

Professional Affiliations and Continuing Education

  • American Society of Clinical Pathology
  • American Society for Microbiology