Emily Cribas

Emily Cribas, PhD, is a Program Specialist at Metcalf Institute, focusing on inclusive science communication by developing and evaluating training for scientists and journalists. Previously, Emily served as a Media Consultant for the Intercollegiate Psychedelics Network, where leadership in marketing and outreach for the PsychedelX conference took place. As Co-Founder and Operations Director, Emily established a professional network that grew to over 200 student members within its first year. Emily earned a PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Pennsylvania, where research identified critical immune mechanisms against C. difficile. Earlier experiences include being a McNair Scholar at Penn State University and an Amgen Scholar at Stanford University School of Medicine, focusing on the application of nanotechnology and cancer research, respectively.