Widler Casy, Ph.D.

Dr. Widler Casy has a strong background in bioanalytical assay development and tissue processing. Widler currently works as a Scientist III at Solid Biosciences, where they are responsible for developing and optimizing bioanalytical assays for protein detection and quantifying vector DNA and RNA. Widler also leads the establishment and implementation of a comprehensive infrastructure for tissue processing. Prior to their current role, Dr. Casy worked as a Scientist III at AavantiBio, Inc., where they focused on gene therapy research and development. Widler has also held positions as a Postdoctoral Researcher at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, a Research Assistant at the University of Missouri, and a Research Assistant/Technician at Lindenwood University. Additionally, they gained research experience as a Summer Research Intern at Michigan State University.

Widler Casy, Ph.D. pursued their education in a determined and sequential manner. Widler began their academic journey in 2009 at Lindenwood University, where they studied Chemistry with an Emphasis in Biochemistry. Widler successfully completed their Bachelor of Science degree in this field in 2013. Undeterred by this accomplishment, Widler went on to pursue further education and enrolled at the University of Missouri-Columbia in the same year. At the University of Missouri-Columbia, they focused their studies on Biochemistry and ultimately earned their Doctor of Philosophy degree in 2017. Widler's educational path demonstrates their commitment and passion for the field of biochemistry.