Melanie Santiago
About Melanie Santiago
Melanie Santiago is a member of the Covid-19 Team at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in biology and veterinary medicine, with experience in research and leadership roles during her studies at Bridgewater State University.
Work at Broad Institute
Melanie Santiago has been a member of the Covid-19 Team at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2022. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she has contributed to the institute's efforts in addressing the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Her role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team focused on research and response initiatives related to the virus.
Previous Experience in Veterinary Medicine
Prior to her current position, Melanie Santiago worked at Tufts University as an Adventures in Veterinary Medicine Student for one month in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Veterinary Assistant at Tlc Veterinary Clinic from 2015 to 2018, gaining hands-on experience in animal care and veterinary practices.
Research and Academic Background
Melanie Santiago conducted research on Lyme disease during her undergraduate studies at Bridgewater State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Biological Sciences from 2017 to 2021. Her academic journey included serving as an Undergraduate Researcher from 2019 to 2021, where she engaged in scientific inquiry and data analysis.
Leadership and Involvement at Bridgewater State University
While at Bridgewater State University, Melanie Santiago held various roles, including serving as a Teachers Assistant for Robotics and Coding for one month in 2019 and working at the BSU Welcome Center Front Desk from 2018 to 2019. She also demonstrated leadership as the President of the Caribbean and Latin American Student Association (CVSA) during her undergraduate studies.
Educational Qualifications
Melanie Santiago completed her high school education at New Bedford High School, obtaining her High School Diploma from 2015 to 2017. She then pursued higher education at Bridgewater State University, where she focused on Biology/Biological Sciences and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 2021. She aspires to further her education by pursuing a dual degree program that combines a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and a PhD.