Laksmi Castro
About Laksmi Castro
Laksmi Castro is a biologist with a Master of Science in Bioinformatics from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has experience working at ATCC since 2019 and has held previous positions at Harris Teeter and Quest Diagnostics.
Work at ATCC
Laksmi Castro has been employed at ATCC as a Biologist since 2019. In this role, she contributes to various biological research projects and initiatives. ATCC is known for its commitment to advancing scientific research through the provision of biological materials and related services. Castro's work supports the organization's mission to provide high-quality biological products and services to researchers and institutions worldwide.
Education and Expertise
Laksmi Castro holds a Master of Science in Bioinformatics from George Mason University, where she studied from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Virginia Commonwealth University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she attended Northern Virginia Community College from 2012 to 2018. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in biological sciences and bioinformatics, enhancing her expertise in her current role.
Background
Laksmi Castro began her academic journey at Northern Virginia Community College, where she studied for six years. She then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Virginia Commonwealth University. Following her undergraduate studies, she furthered her education with a Master of Science in Bioinformatics at George Mason University. This academic progression reflects her commitment to advancing her knowledge in the biological sciences.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current position at ATCC, Laksmi Castro worked as a Laboratory Assistant at Quest Diagnostics for three months in 2018. She also held a position as a Scan Coordinator at Harris Teeter from 2016 to 2018, where she gained experience in a retail environment. These roles contributed to her professional development and provided her with diverse work experiences prior to her career in biology.