MaineHealth Institute for Research
Barbara Toomey, PhD, is a seasoned scientist currently serving as a Staff Scientist at MaineHealth Institute for Research since February 2020, with previous roles including Staff Scientist I and Research Associate II. Between June 2014 and March 2022, Barbara was the owner of Moongate Farm Crafts, which focused on creating unique textile products from recycled materials. Past experience includes positions as a Survey Interviewer at Muskie School & Cutler Institute, Conservation Associate at Maine Audubon, and Educational Assistant at Naugatuck Valley Community College, where laboratory preparations for biology classes were handled. Additionally, Barbara worked as a Grant Writer for REACH NEWTOWN INC and held postdoctoral research roles at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and Duke University. Barbara holds a PhD in Biology from Stanford University and a Bachelor's degree in Zoology from Connecticut College.
MaineHealth Institute for Research
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MaineHealth Institute for Research facilitates and conducts a broad spectrum of biomedical research that extends from the study of basic disease mechanisms to translational and clinical research through population health services research. MHIR has world-class scientists working on the most advanced biomedical problems. Areas of research include: cardiovascular biology, cancer biology & therapeutics, stem & progenitor cell biology, neurobiology, developmental biology & organogenesis, metabolic & hormonal regulation, psychiatric research, and outcomes research & evaluation. MaineHealth Institute for Research is committed to training the next generation biomedical scientists and offers opportunities for students at all levels to gain biomedical research experience, thus providing a pipeline of engagement from high school through college and beyond to graduate work, medical school, PhD programs, and professional employment. MHIR has been successful in bringing the benefits of new discoveries to our patients and to the world, and we have an ongoing commitment to conduct innovative and collaborative state of the art biomedical research that enhances the health of the people of Maine and beyond. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about our work, seminars, presentations and key discoveries impacting health care.