Lauren Walker, PhD served as a Postdoc Fellow in the JGPT through 2023. Dr. Walker was recently recognized by the Society of Toxicology as part of a series designed to celebrate SOT member diversity and showcase the diverse pathways and experiences of its members.
From the article:
Throughout my childhood, my parents advocated the importance of both education and serving my community. In actions and words, they encouraged me to share my time and knowledge through community service projects and peer tutoring. While I wasn’t sure what specific career or field I wanted to pursue as a student, these early experiences led me to seek opportunities where I could share my skills. By sophomore year, I excitedly realized that I wanted to pursue a career that would give me the opportunity to expand my knowledge, mentor others, and proactively engage with my community. [Read the full article here].