About Me

In her current research, Allison uses molecular biology and next generation sequencing techniques in order to study the role that genetic and epigenetic mechanisms play in the complex processes of learning and memory formation. She has a master’s degree in bioinformatics from the University of Oregon and spent 4 years working as a bioinformatician at the Stowers Research Institute in Kansas City, MO, focused on RNA biology.

Although she did not initially consider herself a “computer person”, Allison has grown competent in the use of the statistical language, R, and enjoys helping and encouraging others to use the language. Next to her research she is a member of the R-Ladies chapter in Lausanne and the Webmaster for the ADSV PhD student association.