A. Nicole Desch
About A. Nicole Desch
A. Nicole Desch is a Senior Scientist at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, specializing in immunology and microbiome research. She holds a PhD in Immunology from the University of Colorado Health Science Center and has extensive experience in mucosal immunology, IBD, and tumor immunology.
Work at Broad Institute
A. Nicole Desch has been affiliated with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2014. She initially served as a Postdoctoral Fellow for a period of 10 years, focusing on Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). In 2018, she transitioned to the role of Scientist at the Broad Institute, where she continues her research. Her work at the Broad Institute emphasizes her expertise in Mucosal Immunology, Tumor Immunology, and Host-Microbiome interactions.
Current Role at Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Since 2018, A. Nicole Desch has held the position of Senior Scientist at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, she contributes to the development of innovative therapeutic solutions, leveraging her background in immunology and microbiome research. Her work aligns with her passion for advancing immunotherapy and infant health.
Education and Expertise
A. Nicole Desch earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Immunology from the University of Colorado Health Science Center, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from the University of Vermont, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research expertise in areas such as Mucosal Immunology, IBD, Tumor Immunology, and Host-Microbiome interactions.
Previous Experience
Before her current roles, A. Nicole Desch gained valuable experience as a Research Assistant at the University of Virginia from 2007 to 2009. She also worked at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center as a Student from 2009 to 2014. These positions contributed to her development as a scientist and provided her with practical skills in research methodologies.
Advocacy for Women in STEM
A. Nicole Desch actively supports initiatives aimed at promoting Women in STEM (WiSTEM). Her involvement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the scientific community, particularly in fields related to immunology and biotechnology.