Laura McCabe

Laura McCabe is a prominent academic and administrator at Michigan State University, serving as Associate Vice President and MSU Foundation Professor since 2019. With extensive experience at Michigan State University, McCabe has held various roles including Assistant Vice President in the Office of Regulatory Affairs, where support for researchers regarding research regulations and safety is provided, and Director of Special Projects focusing on COVID-19 safety protocols. McCabe's research is centered on understanding mechanisms of disease and age-induced bone loss, with teaching responsibilities in gastrointestinal and connective tissue/skeletal physiology. Contributions also include developing interdisciplinary programs for undergraduate research through the Beckman Scholar Program and engaging in research policy development at local and federal levels. McCabe's academic journey began with a post-doctoral fellowship at UMass Medical School, culminating in a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago.