Doris Lam
About Doris Lam
Doris Lam is a Staff Scientist with specialized expertise in microglia physiology and neuroinflammation, particularly in the context of injury and neurodegenerative diseases. She has a strong background in electrophysiology and molecular biology techniques, and has worked at notable institutions including Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the University of Toronto.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Doris Lam currently serves as a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on microglia physiology related to neuroinflammation, particularly in the context of injury and neurodegenerative diseases. Her work involves advanced research methodologies and the application of various computer software tools to analyze and interpret data.
Previous Experience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Before her current position, Doris Lam worked as a Postdoctoral Research Staff Member at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory from 2017 to 2020. During her three years in this role, she contributed to research initiatives focused on neuroinflammation and its implications for neurodegenerative diseases, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise in Physiology
Doris Lam earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physiology from the University of Toronto, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. She also holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Physiology from the University of Saskatchewan, which she obtained from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background is complemented by an Honours Bachelor of Science (H.BSc) in Life Science with a specialization in Neuroscience, also from the University of Toronto, completed in 2010.
Technical Skills and Research Proficiencies
Doris Lam possesses advanced skills in electrophysiology, particularly in whole-cell and perforated patch clamp recordings. She is proficient in a variety of molecular biology techniques, including DNA, RNA, and protein isolation, PCR, real-time PCR, and western blotting. Additionally, she has expertise in Ca2+ imaging, immunocytochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy, which are essential for her research in neuroinflammation.
Research Assistant Experience
Prior to her doctoral studies, Doris Lam gained research experience as a Work Study Research Assistant at Baycrest from 2009 to 2010. She also volunteered and worked as a research student at the University of Toronto in 2009. These roles provided her with foundational skills in research methodologies and data analysis, contributing to her development as a scientist.