Institute of Human Virology
Laura Powell is an experienced laboratory research manager currently serving at the Institute of Human Virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, specializing in laboratory research management since April 2021. Prior to this role, Laura held various positions at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, including Laboratory Manager and Senior Research Specialist in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease, focusing on HIV-1 reservoirs in perinatally-infected children. Responsibilities in previous roles involved managing research projects, overseeing CLIA-certified assays, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and training laboratory staff. Laura's earlier experiences include microbiology internships and undergraduate research, complemented by a Master's Degree in Biotechnology from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from Stevenson University.