Patricia Ward

Patricia Ward is an experienced research professional with a strong background in immunology and tissue culture, holding an MS from Middle Tennessee State University. Currently serving as a Research Assistant III at Vanderbilt University since April 2019, Patricia specializes in growing hiPSC cells and derived neurons and astrocytes while providing cell preparation support for various collaborators. Previous roles include a Tissue Culture Technician at Hempistry and a Senior Research Associate II at Pierian Biosciences, where expertise encompassed cytotoxic therapies and personalized cancer treatments. Additional experience as a Scientist at Biomimetic Therapeutics involved tissue culture and assay development, and earlier work as a Lab Manager at Vanderbilt University focused on various laboratory techniques including HPLC, ELISA, and Western Blotting.