Katherine Phillippy
About Katherine Phillippy
Katherine Phillippy is a Staff Scientist at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2009. She has a background in biochemistry and biotechnology, with previous roles at Computercraft Corporation, J. Craig Venter Institute, and Tigr.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Katherine Phillippy has served as a Staff Scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2009. In this role, she has been involved in significant research projects related to genomics. Her work contributes to advancing the understanding of genetic information and its implications for health and disease. At NIH, she has also participated in collaborative research efforts with other leading scientists in the field of biotechnology, enhancing the impact of her research through teamwork and shared expertise.
Previous Experience at Computercraft Corporation
Before joining the NIH, Katherine Phillippy worked at Computercraft Corporation as a Geo Curator from 2007 to 2009. During her two years at Computercraft, she contributed to the organization and management of geospatial data, which is essential for various scientific analyses. This role provided her with valuable experience in data curation and management within a corporate setting.
Background in Bioinformatics at J. Craig Venter Institute
Katherine Phillippy began her career in bioinformatics as a Bioinformatics Analyst II at the J. Craig Venter Institute from 2005 to 2006. In this position, she focused on analyzing biological data, which laid the groundwork for her future work in genomics and biotechnology. This experience allowed her to develop skills that are critical for her subsequent roles in research and development.
Education and Expertise
Katherine Phillippy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Maryland, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology from The Johns Hopkins University, completing her studies from 2001 to 2003. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in the principles of biochemistry and biotechnology, which she applies in her research and professional endeavors.
Research Associate Experience at Tigr
Prior to her role at the J. Craig Venter Institute, Katherine Phillippy worked as a Research Associate IV in Molecular Biology at Tigr from 2001 to 2006. Over the course of five years, she gained extensive experience in molecular biology techniques and research methodologies. This position contributed to her expertise in the field and prepared her for future roles in bioinformatics and genomics.