Whitney Silkworth

Whitney Silkworth is a scientist at Calico Life Sciences, a biotechnology research company.12 She currently holds the position of Scientist 2, based in Wilmington, Delaware.3

Professional Background

Whitney is a highly motivated Ph.D. researcher with extensive experience in the field of oncology and biomedical sciences.2 Her career goal is to lead multidisciplinary teams in advancing the treatment of human diseases.2

Current Role

At Calico Life Sciences, Whitney works in the Stokoe lab, which focuses on:

• Cancer genomics
• Phenotypic screening
• Identifying and validating novel oncology drug targets1

Previous Experience

Before her current role, Whitney has held several positions that have contributed to her expertise:

• PhD Candidate at Harvard Medical School
• Research Associate at other institutions

Research Contributions

Whitney has made significant contributions to scientific research:

• She has authored 7 research works
• Her publications have received 372 citations
• One of her notable works involves the inhibition of KRAS-driven tumorigenicity by interrupting an autocrine cytokine circuit5

Skills and Expertise

Whitney's areas of expertise include:

• Cancer research
• Cell culture
• Stem cell biology
• Other related fields in biomedical sciences4

With over 16 years of experience in her field, Whitney Silkworth continues to contribute to cutting-edge research at Calico Life Sciences, working towards advancements in oncology and human disease treatment.