Kaitlyn Mitchell

Kaitlyn joined the lab as a PhD Student in Biology in Autumn 2020. She is interested in zoonotic disease transmission dynamics and within-host processes. Her previous research includes work on treatment-resistant cancers and the impact of climate change on shellfish aquaculture. These experiences curated her interest in using inter-disciplinary methods to study infectious zoonotic disease across scales to improve human and environmental health collectively. Currently, she analyzes data collected in Senegal to assess the impact of prawn restoration on schistosomiasis transmission in endemic regions. Additionally, she is passionate about global health equity and mentorship.