Holly Scott Algood
About Holly Scott Algood
Holly Scott Algood is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical School and a Microbiologist at VA Medical Center, specializing in the immune response to Helicobacter pylori.
Professional Titles and Roles
Holly Scott Algood holds multiple prestigious roles at Vanderbilt University. She primary serves as an Associate Professor of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical School and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Additionally, she is an Assistant Professor in the fields of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at Vanderbilt University. Alongside these positions, she also contributes as a Microbiologist in the Research Service at the VA Medical Center.
Educational Background
Holly Scott Algood has an extensive educational background. She earned her BA in Biology from the University of Mount Union in 1998, followed by a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2003. Later, she obtained a Certificate from the Center for Teaching at Vanderbilt University from 2006 to 2008.
Research Focus and Interests
Holly Scott Algood's research primarily focuses on the immune response to Helicobacter pylori, a significant pathogen associated with peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. Her broader research interests examine the interactions between pathogens, the immune system, and normal microbial flora in the human body. Her lab's ongoing projects explore chronic inflammation, T cell responses, bacterial pathogenesis, and innate immunity, including aspects of nutritional immunity.
Academic and Teaching Contributions
In addition to her research, Holly Scott Algood is also deeply involved in academic and teaching initiatives. She co-directs an Integrated Science Course designed for 3rd and 4th-year medical students at Vanderbilt University. Furthermore, she has been actively involved with the Program for Talented Youth at Vanderbilt, offering her expertise to help develop young minds.
Committee Involvements
Holly Scott Algood participates in several key committees within Vanderbilt University. These include the Research Safety Subcommittee, Institutional Biosafety Committee, Infectious Disease's Research Operations Committee, and Faculty Senate. Her involvement in these committees underscores her dedication to maintaining high standards in research safety and biosafety within the academic community.