Carolyn Connelly
About Carolyn Connelly
Carolyn Connelly serves as the Director of the Comparative Medicine Lab at the Broad Institute in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a position she has held since 2013. She earned her Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Physiology from Boston University School of Medicine and previously directed Research Subject Protections at Harvard Medical School for 19 years.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Carolyn Connelly serves as the Director of the Comparative Medicine Lab at the Broad Institute. She has held this position since 2013, contributing to the institute's mission of advancing biomedical research. The Comparative Medicine Lab focuses on the integration of animal models in research, facilitating a deeper understanding of human diseases.
Previous Experience at Harvard Medical School
Before joining the Broad Institute, Carolyn Connelly worked at Harvard Medical School as the Director of Research Subject Protections from 1994 to 2013. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the ethical treatment of research subjects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting the integrity of research practices.
Education and Academic Background
Carolyn Connelly earned her Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Physiology from Boston University School of Medicine, where she studied from 1977 to 1983. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in comparative medicine and research ethics.
Expertise in Comparative Medicine
As the Director of the Comparative Medicine Lab, Carolyn Connelly has developed expertise in the application of animal models to biomedical research. Her role involves collaboration with various research teams to enhance the understanding of disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions.