Type Of Business:
University
Expertise:
Immunohematology; Microbiology
Major Product/SVS:
Higher education
Favorite Business Publication:
Power
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Boating; Sports cars
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Microbiology, Specialty in Immunology, University of Kentucky, Lexington (1991); Ph.D. Coursework, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (1989-1991); Master of Science in Immunohematology, University of Cincinnati, OH (1978); Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, The Ohio State University, Columbus (1974)
Affiliations Awards:
Alpha Eta Honorary Fraternity (2009-Present); Academy of Master Teachers, The University of Texas Medical Branch (2008-Present); Texas Association for Clinical Laboratory Science (2001-Present); Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Fraternity (2001-Present); Site Visitor, Self-Study Reviewer, National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (1991-Present); Alpha Mu Tau Honorary Fraternity (1990-Present); National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (1986-Present); Kentucky Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (1982-Present); American Association of Blood Banks (1978-Present); American Society for Medical Technology (Now American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science) (1974-Present); Former Member, South Central Association of Clinical Microbiologists (1990-2001); Former Member, Kentucky Association of Blood Banks (1988-2001); Former Member, Educators of Medical Laboratory Personnel in Kentucky (1982-2000); Former Member, Rhode Island Blood Bank Society (1980-1983); Former Member, Rhode Island Society for Medical Terminology (1980-1983)
Industry:
Higher Education
Date of Distinction:
5/9/2011
Work History:
Professor, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, School of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Texas Medical Branch (2009-Present); Director of Graduate Studies, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, School of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Texas Medical Branch (2008-Present), Distinguished Teaching Professor, University of Texas System (2008-Present); Associate Member, Graduate Faculty, Experimental Pathology Department, School of Medicine, The University of Texas Medical Branch (2007-Present); Associate Professor, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, School of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Texas Medical Branch (2000-2009); Associate Professor and Education Coordinator, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Louisville (1992-2000); Assistant Professor and Education Coordinator, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Louisville (1988-1992); Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Technology, College of Allied Health Professions, University of Kentucky (1983-1987); Director of Allied Health, Assistant Professor of Biology, Kentucky State University, Frankfort (1982-1983); Education Coordinator, School of Medical Technology, Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI (1980-1982); Adjunct Assistant Professor, Rhode Island College, Providence (1980-1982); Clinical Assistant Professor, Southeastern Massachusetts University, North Dartmouth, MA (1980-1982); Instructor, Northeast Red Cross Specialist in Blood Banking School, Boston, MA (1980-1982); Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island, Kingston (1980-1982); Senior Technician, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA (1978-1980); Staff Medical Technologist, Paul I. Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, OH (1976); Senior Medical Technologist, Veterans Administration Hospital, Cincinnati, OH (1975-1976); Staff Medical Technologist, Euclid General Hospital, Euclid, OH (1975); Medical Technologist, Ohio State University Hospitals, Columbus (1974-1975); Laboratory Technician, Ohio State University Hospitals, Columbus (1974)
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Kanuth's greatest career achievement has been gaining the recognition of her peers as a member of and recipient of awards from The University of Texas Medical Branch Academy of Master Teachers.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Dr. Kanuth would like to be remembered by her peers as a dedicated individual who behaved as a professional and set a good example for her students.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Dr. Kanuth would like to dine with Albert Einstein because she feels he was a very interesting individual.
Charity:
Faculty Adviser, Lambda Tau Clinical Laboratory Science Honorary Fraternity, University of Texas Medical Branch (2001-Present); Grand Awards Judge, Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, Louisville, KY (1997); Proctor, National American Society for Clinical Pathology Examination (1984-1987); Site Manager, National Certification Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel Examination (1986); Canvasser, Arthritis Foundation (1985)
Number Of Years In Profession:
32
Number Of Years In Current Position:
12
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she receives from her mentors.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Kanuth has, throughout her 30-year career, presented numerous seminars and workshops at scientific conferences on subjects relating to clinical laboratory science, blood banks and education. She has also attended conferences to further her own education. Dr. Kanuth has served as a peer reviewer for Leukemia and Lymphoma and Kidney International. Since 1997, she has also been the consulting editor for Clinical Laboratory Science. She has authored or co-authored more than three dozen published journal articles and abstracts. In addition, she has maintained a high level of service activity within the academy, first at the University of Louisville, and more recently at The University of Texas Medical Branch. In 2001, Dr. Kanuth was awarded a grant of $41,100 to identify and educate adolescents at risk for Type 2 diabetes.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching special topics in clinical science, case studies in clinical laboratory science, pathogenic microbiology, mycology, immunology and immunohematology, serology, molecular biology and related courses
Education Certifications:
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study and Curriculum Design, Rhode Island College, Providence, RI (1982); Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society for Clinical Pathology; Specialist in Blood Banking, American Society for Clinical Pathology
Awards/Honors:
Omicron Sigma Award for Outstanding Service, American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (2009, 1984-2007); Appointed Distinguished Teaching Professor, University of Texas System (2009); Admitted to University of Texas Medical Branch Academy of Master Teachers (2008); Who's Who in American Women (2008-2009); Who's Who in the World (2007-2009); Who's Who in America (2006-2009); Joseph J. Kleinman Award for Best Article in the Clinical Laboratory Science Journal (2003); Robin H. Mendelson Award, American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science and Education Research Fund, Inc. (2002); Educator of the Year Award, Kentucky Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (2002, 2001); Sherwood Medical Professional Achievement Award in Immunology (1992); Graduate Fellowship, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (1986-1987); Medical Technologist of the Year, Kentucky State Society for Medical Technology (1986-1987); Ortho Diagnostics Scholarship for Advanced Study in Immunohematology (1986); Pyramid Club, American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (1982-Present); Fellowship, University of Cincinnati (1976-1978); Freshman Honor Scholarship, The Ohio State University (1971-1972); Sherwood Professional Achievement Award; Member of the Year, Kentucky Society for Medical Technology
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Kanuth intends to pursue a career in computer education.