Ruth has over 20 years of experience as a Senior Scientist and Research Project Manager in the areas of translational research, biobank creation and quality control, biomarker discovery, and assay development. She also has expertise in laboratory operations management and regulatory compliance. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia and spent many years with the Departments of Human Genetics and Orthopaedics at the University of Pennsylvania before following the rest of her family to the beautiful state of Colorado where she enjoys a multitude of outdoor adventures. She brings a passion for mentoring and sharing her excitement for all aspects of scientific research.