Morgan Vanderwall
About Morgan Vanderwall
Morgan Vanderwall is a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Graduate Research Assistant at Yale University, focusing on molecular, cellular, and developmental biology. With a background in biochemistry from Whitworth University, Vanderwall has extensive experience in research and teaching across multiple institutions.
Current Role at Yale University
Morgan Vanderwall has been working at Yale University since 2019. Currently, Morgan holds the position of Graduate Research Assistant, contributing to various research projects. In addition to this role, Morgan has served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant since 2021, where responsibilities include supporting undergraduate education. Morgan also works as a Manuscript Editor for the Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine, a role initiated in 2020. These positions reflect a commitment to both research and education within the academic community at Yale.
Previous Experience in Academia
Before joining Yale University, Morgan Vanderwall gained experience at several institutions. In 2018, Morgan worked as a Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University for three months. Prior to that, Morgan served at Whitworth University in multiple roles: as a Supplemental Instruction Facilitator for three months in 2017, and as a Lab Teaching Assistant from 2017 to 2019 for two years. Additionally, Morgan worked as a Research Assistant at Whitworth University from 2018 to 2019 and briefly at Utah State University in 2017.
Educational Background
Morgan Vanderwall completed a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Whitworth University from 2015 to 2019. Following this, Morgan pursued a Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at Yale University, expected to be completed in 2025. This educational journey reflects a strong foundation in the biological sciences, preparing Morgan for advanced research and teaching roles.
Research Focus and Interests
Morgan Vanderwall's research focuses on understanding how plants survive winter, specifically through the study of protein degradation and seasonal gene expression patterns. This area of research highlights Morgan's interest in plant biology and environmental adaptations. Additionally, Morgan is passionate about science communication, aiming to make scientific knowledge more accessible to a broader audience.