Expertise:
Dr. Sharpe's expertise is in immunology, conducting research on T cell activation, auto immune disease, immune regulation, infectious disease and the regulation of T cells for the treatment of cancer and infectious disease, writing grants and consulting for biotechnology companies.
Major Product/SVS:
Research and Development in Immunology, Auto Immune Disease, Immune Regulation and Infectious Diseases
Favorite Business Publication:
Nature Immunology
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling, Reading, Gardening
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Harvard University; MD, Harvard Medical School
Affiliations Awards:
Fellow, American Academy of Arts & Sciences (2007); American Association of Immunologist; Chairwomen, Immunology Study Sector, National Institutes of Health; Member-at-Large Medical Science Section N, American Association for the Advancement of Science; Distinguished Lecturer, American Association of Immunologists
Industry:
Pathology Research and Education
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Dr. Sharpe's greatest career achievement was discovering a drug that helped in curing disease.
Charity:
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her talents and to the support she receives from her mentors.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because of her interest in science and her mother who suffered fatal disease.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Teaching and Mentoring Students in Immunology