Kate is currently a sophomore majoring in Animal Science on the pre-med track. Kate joined the Helmann lab in Fall 2026, where she is assisting with research investigating the roles of various genes in Bacillus subtilis biofilm formation. Kate developed an interest in microbiology and bacterial responses to environmental stress through her previous research experiences and her studies of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in animal health. In the long term, she hopes to pursue a career in medicine. Outside of the lab, she enjoys horseback riding, going on hikes, and playing her guitar.
