About Me
Grace Pruett
I am a biologist with research interests in molecular genetics, plant transgenics, mosquito feeding behaviors, and plant-insect interactions. I research how plants can be modified and used to produce biotechnology applications for solving real-world problems. My current research is developing a nectar-based, toxin delivery platform as an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to pesticides for mosquito population control.
Education
Baylor University - Waco, TX | Ph.D.
Cellular, Molecular, Health, And Disease Biology, 12/2020
Advisor: Christopher Kearney, Ph.D.
Dissertation: Constructing a nectar delivery system for mosquito control using Impatiens walleriana
Saint Louis University - St Louis, MO | Bachelor of Science
Cell Biology And Physiology, 05/2013
Minored in Spanish
Graduated magna cum laude