Michael L. Lacroix-Fralish

Michael LaCroix-Fralish is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Physician Assistant Program at Marist College since January 2022. Prior to this role, Michael served as Scientific Advisor and Vice President of Aging Biology at Cellular Longevity, Inc. from May 2020 to December 2023, focusing on developing therapeutic strategies to enhance healthspan and lifespan in companion dogs. Michael also held various positions at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals from August 2009 to April 2020, ultimately advancing to Director of Neuroscience Research, where strategies were developed for neurodegenerative diseases and neuroprotection. Earlier experience includes a Research Investigator role at Adolor and a Post-doctoral Fellowship at McGill University. Michael LaCroix-Fralish earned a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Pharmacology from Dartmouth College and a B.S. in Biology: Toxicology from Minnesota State University, Mankato.