Lauren McDaniel

Lauren McDaniel is an accomplished Consulting Scientist currently serving at McDaniel Scientific Group LLC and Tom McDaniel & Associates, while also holding the position of Senior Research Scientist at Teleflex Incorporated since 2019. With extensive experience spanning over two decades at the University of South Florida, College of Marine Science as a Research Associate and Adjunct Professor, Lauren has developed a strong foundation in microbiology, virology, molecular biology, and phytoplankton culture. Academic credentials include a PhD in Marine Microbiology from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing from the University of Florida. Earlier career roles include Surgical Nurse at the Saint Petersburg Surgery Center and Nurse-Assistant Director at All Children's Hospital, demonstrating a robust background in patient care and clinical procedures.