Michelle Casper

Michelle Casper Taylor is a graduate student at Mayo Clinic pursuing her PhD in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on Biomechanics.3 She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Pepperdine University.

As a doctoral student at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Michelle is conducting research in the field of cartilage regeneration. Specifically, her thesis work has involved studying periosteal chondrogenesis for cartilage regeneration.2

Michelle's research is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Michael J. Yaszemski, who is the John and Posy Krehbiel Endowed Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine.1 Dr. Yaszemski directs the Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials Research Laboratory where Michelle likely carries out her graduate research.1

While the exact details of her current role and responsibilities are not provided, as a graduate student Michelle is likely involved in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to publications in her field of study. Her work appears to be aligned with Mayo Clinic's efforts in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering for musculoskeletal applications.2

Michelle is based in Jacksonville, Florida according to her LinkedIn profile.3 She has 269 connections on LinkedIn, suggesting she has built a professional network in her field.3