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Janet Williams, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology, Premedical Advisor, Director of the Postbaccalaureate Premedical Studies Program, Director of the Master of Biomedical Sciences Program
Berchmans Hall 201

Education

DegreeUniversity
B.A.Rider University
M.S.University of Massachusetts
Ph.D.University of Massachusetts

Biography

Dr. Williams has spent over 10 years as a full time scientist/researcher at a biotechnology company in Massachusetts. Prior to coming to Elms College, Janet worked as a molecular biologist. Her research included cloning, sequencing, and expression of bacterial restriction-modification systems. Janet’s current research involves a metagenomic study of the equine intestinal tract. This research spans many different disciplines including molecular biology, bioinformatics, genomics, parasitology and microbiology and provides plenty of opportunities for undergraduate research.