Tell us about yourself and your role at DNASTAR
Originally from Milwaukee, I earned dual degrees in Genetics and Genomics and Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While still an undergraduate, I did computational research on the role of biofilms in M. tuberculosis infections. This research experience led me to an internship at DNASTAR in my senior year of college in 2019. As an intern, I contributed to benchmarking for our SeqMan NGen long read sequence assembly project.
After graduation, I transitioned to a full-time software engineering role and have been with DNASTAR ever since. For the first few years, I worked at the Madison headquarters. I then returned to Milwaukee to be closer to family and friends, and now work remotely. The photo below is of me and my family at the Milwaukee Art Museum.
What are some of the rewards and challenges in designing Lasergene software?
I’m passionate about both genetics and software engineering, so I truly appreciate the opportunity to combine these interests at DNASTAR. It’s exciting to know that the software I develop plays a role in advancing scientific discovery and expanding our understanding of the world.
What I find most challenging and interesting about my job is the need to think about the software I work on from two distinct angles: the technical standpoint of a software engineer building the application, and the practical needs of the researchers who will rely on it for their work.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?
Elizabeth’s dedication to both scientific advancement and STEM education makes her a true asset to DNASTAR and the broader community. From developing cutting-edge bioinformatics software to inspiring the next generation of programmers, she embodies the spirit of innovation and mentorship. We’re incredibly proud to have Elizabeth on the DNASTAR team and look forward to seeing the continued impact of her excellent work on our Lasergene applications.
Special 40th Anniversary pricing on Lasergene software
Elizabeth is a long way from reaching her 40th birthday. But you can celebrate DNASTAR’s 40th birthday 🎉 with special offers on Lasergene that are not available through our website.
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