I have been researching lupus for over 10 years and enjoy the challenge of trying to understand such a complicated disease. I specifically study markers in the blood that I hope will help physicians and patients better understand and manage their disease.  I am passionate about my work, hoping that it will lead to a better life for people with lupus.  My lab developed a blood test that shows promise for predicting lupus flares. This technology was recently licensed to a major diagnostics company for further clinical testing.

I earned my Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and have continued my research as a member of the University’s faculty.

I love the outdoors, running, biking, and swimming, and spending time with my husband and two young daughters.