About
Welcome to LindseyKennedyPhD, my personal and professional website! I am a scientist who is passionate about science communication and enjoys writing and presenting to a wider audience. As a writer, I use this platform to showcase my academic work, personal science blog, and career aspirations. I have been working in liver disease for over a decade, and have enjoyed participating in multidisciplinary collaborations and creating engaging content from complex research. As part of my commitment to scientific writing, I have engaged in peer-review and editorial processes that have honed in on my editing skills and scientific acumen. I am also active on social media, engaging with followers and sharing the latest findings. I received my PhD in Medical Sciences from Texas A&M University Health Science Center and have since been involved in academic research. My work has been published in numerous journals and I have presented my findings at multiple conferences. ​Thank you for visiting my website and I hope you enjoy exploring my work. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments!​
2019 - 2021
Post-doctoral Fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine
During my time at Indiana University School of Medicine, I had the opportunity to begin leading projects and mentoring trainees. My collaborative research projects led to high-quality studies that attributed to novel concepts on the pathogenesis of liver diseases. I gained experience in leading a team and developing independent studies, and sharpened my skills in scientific writing, presenting, and communication. While in this role, I obtained independent funding to develop my own areas of scientific interest.
2015 - 2019
PhD in Medical Sciences from Texas A&M University Health Science Center
At Texas A&M University Health Science Center, I focused my studies on rare liver diseases and had the opportunity to work with experts in the field. My degree in Medical Sciences placed an emphasis on patient-driven research hypotheses and understanding translational aspects of basic science. I also received the Graduate Research Excellence Award that is given to one matriculating PhD each year.
2009 - 2013
BS in Biology from the University of Texas
My studies at the University of Texas allowed me to explore my passion for biology and introduced me to the world of research. I had the opportunity to participate in the Student Undergraduate Research Group that invited renowned leaders to share their research to our group. This introduction to science set the foundation for my interests and aspirations.
VA Career Development Award-2 (CDA-2)
Title: Cholangiocyte-derived EndothelinSignaling Mediates Biliary Injury and Liver Fibrosis
January 2021 - December 2024
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American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases Foundation Autoimmune Liver Diseases Pilot Award
Title: Sex-Dependent Estrogen Signaling Promotes Mast Cell Activation and Histamine Signaling in Primary Biliary Cholangitis
July 2020 - June 2021
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Young Investigator Award
PSC Partners Seeking a Cure Conference
June 2022
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George K. Michalopoulos Junior Faculty Scholar Award
American Society for Investigative Pathology, Experimental Biology Conference
April 2021
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Graduate Excellence in Research Award
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
May 2019