Emily Hoyt, PhD
About Emily Hoyt, PhD
Emily Hoyt, PhD, is a scientist with a diverse background in chemistry, computer science, chemical biology, and biomedical engineering. She currently works at Seismic Therapeutic and has previously held positions at prestigious institutions including the University of Cambridge and Harvard Medical School.
Work at Seismic Therapeutic
Emily Hoyt has been employed as a Scientist at Seismic Therapeutic since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the company's research and development efforts in the field of therapeutic solutions. Her work involves applying her extensive scientific knowledge and experience to advance the company's projects.
Education and Expertise
Emily Hoyt earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Cambridge, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. She also holds a Bachelor's degree from Williams College, completed between 2013 and 2017. Her academic background includes a high school diploma from Phillips Academy. Her education encompasses diverse fields such as chemistry, computer science, chemical biology, and biomedical engineering.
Background in Research
Emily Hoyt has a robust research background, having worked in various academic and industry settings. She served as a Chemistry PhD Student at the University of Cambridge for four years, where she gained significant experience, including approximately 1.5 years at AstraZeneca. Additionally, she participated in summer research programs at EPFL and CytoVale, further enhancing her research skills.
Internships and Early Experience
Emily gained early research experience through internships at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital from 2013 to 2015. She also completed an Undergraduate Honors Thesis in Chemistry at Williams College from 2016 to 2017. These positions provided her with foundational skills in scientific research and collaboration.
Achievements and Fellowships
Emily Hoyt completed her PhD through the Dr. Herchel Smith Fellowship awarded by Williams College. This fully funded fellowship recognized her academic achievements and supported her research endeavors during her doctoral studies. Her work has included designing microfluidic platforms and exploring protein engineering, phage display, and bioconjugation.