Megan Allen, PhD

Scientific Director at Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation

Megan Allen, PhD, has a diverse work experience in the scientific research field. Megan is currently the Scientific Director at the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation since June 2022. Prior to this, they worked as the Assistant Director of Grants and Education Programs at Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences from February 2020 to June 2022. Megan also served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Weill Cornell Medicine from February 2017 to February 2020.

Furthermore, Megan pursued a Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Georgetown University from 2011 to 2017. During their time there, they conducted research and completed their doctoral studies. Megan also gained research experience as a Research Technician at the University of Pennsylvania from August 2009 to June 2011. Their work involved leading the behavioral characterization of a novel Rett syndrome animal model.

Before their time at the University of Pennsylvania, Megan worked as a Research Technician at The Wistar Institute from August 2008 to August 2009. Megan contributed to the investigation of a mouse model of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma in the lab of Dr. Joe Kissil.

Overall, Megan Allen, PhD, has a strong background in scientific research and has held various roles in academia, focusing on cancer research, grants and education programs, and postdoctoral research.

Megan Allen, PhD, holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience from Georgetown University. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree at Temple University. Additionally, they attended St. Basil Academy, although no specific degree or field of study information was provided for this institution.

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  • Scientific Director

    June, 2022 - present