Expertise:
Preclinical biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease
Hobbies/Sports:
Enjoying outdoor activities; Traveling; Spending time with her son
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Neuroscience, University of California at San Diego (1992); Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology, Wellesley College (1984)
Affiliations Awards:
Society for Neuroscience; Academic Women's Network at Washington University
Charity:
Local Community Service Organizations
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her mentors.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she was interested in the human brain since high school.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Researching the preclinical biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease; Investigating brain and cognitive health during healthy aging and dementia
Awards/Honors:
Mensch Award, Alzheimer's Research Forum (2010); Annals of Neurology Prize (2007); Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Award, Alzheimer's Association (2006)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Fagan hopes to continue her work with Alzheimer's disease.