My name is Jessica Rauchut and I am an editor for our Stories in Science initiative. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and Biochemistry at Shippensburg University and my Master’s in Biotechnology at Johns Hopkins University. I have held various jobs and internships with the USDA and DoD over the years and now I currently work as a Research Associate and Lab Manager for Dr. James Broach at Penn State College of Medicine focusing on personalized medicine.

In my free time I enjoy hiking and running with my dogs and participating in community events to promote STEM education. My interests include STEM advocacy, policy, and outreach.