Amy McCarron
Dallas Center
Summary
Accomplished Senior Research Scientist with a proven track record at Hy-Line International and Pioneer, specializing in genomics research and experimental design. Known for elevating lab reputation through high-impact publications and streamlining processes for efficiency. Excels in interpersonal communication and comprehensive research coordination, achieving accelerated project completion rates.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Scientist
Hy-Line International
12.1997 - Current
- Streamlined processes for improved efficiency, resulting in accelerated project completion rates.
- Planned and conducted experiments to identify SNPs within genes affecting commercially relevant traits with implementation into breeding program.
- Published numerous high-impact research articles in prestigious journals, elevating the lab''s reputation within the scientific community.
Research Associate
Pioneer (now Corteva)
12.1995 - 12.1997
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IABachelor of Science - Biology
Loras College
Dubuque, IASkills
- Experimental design
- Genomics research
- Effective Troubleshooting Skills
- Proficient Scheduling Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Skilled in Laboratory Methodologies
- Comprehensive Research Coordination
- Data Interpretation
- Results interpretation
Publications
Fulton JE, McCarron AM, Lund AR, Drobik-Czwarno W, Mullen A, Wolc A, Szadkowska J, Schmidt CJ, Taylor RL Jr. The RHCE gene encodes the chicken blood system I. Genet Sel Evol. 2024 Jun 19;56(1):47. doi: 10.1186/s12711-024-00911-9. PMID: 38898419; PMCID: PMC11188259.
Fulton JE, Drobik-Czwarno W, Wolc A, McCarron AM, Lund AR, Schmidt CJ, Taylor RL Jr. The Chicken A and E Blood Systems Arise from Genetic Variation in and around the Regulators of Complement Activation Region. J Immunol. 2022 Sep 15;209(6):1128-1137. doi: 10.4049/jimmunol.2101010. Epub 2022 Aug 17. PMID: 35977798.
Rowland K, Saelao P, Wang Y, Fulton JE, Liebe GN, McCarron AM, Wolc A, Gallardo RA, Kelly T, Zhou H, Dekkers JCM, Lamont SJ. Association of Candidate Genes with Response to Heat and Newcastle Disease Virus. Genes (Basel). 2018 Nov 19;9(11):560. doi: 10.3390/genes9110560. PMID: 30463235; PMCID: PMC6267452.
Fulton JE, Lund AR, McCarron AM, Pinegar KN, Korver DR, Classen HL, Aggrey S, Utterbach C, Anthony NB, Berres ME. MHC variability in heritage breeds of chickens. Poult Sci. 2016 Feb;95(2):393-9. doi: 10.3382/ps/pev363. Epub 2016 Jan 30. PMID: 26827122.
Fulton JE, McCarron AM, Lund AR, Pinegar KN, Wolc A, Chazara O, Bed'Hom B, Berres M, Miller MM. A high-density SNP panel reveals extensive diversity, frequent recombination and multiple recombination hotspots within the chicken major histocompatibility complex B region between BG2 and CD1A1. Genet Sel Evol. 2016 Jan 7;48:1. doi: 10.1186/s12711-015-0181-x. PMID: 26743767; PMCID: PMC4705597.
Fulton JE, Juul-Madsen HR, Ashwell CM, McCarron AM, Arthur JA, O'Sullivan NP, Taylor RL Jr. Molecular genotype identification of the Gallus gallus major histocompatibility complex. Immunogenetics. 2006 Jun;58(5-6):407-21. doi: 10.1007/s00251-006-0119-0. Epub 2006 May 5. PMID: 16738938.
Timeline
Senior Research Scientist
Hy-Line International
12.1997 - Current
Research Associate
Pioneer (now Corteva)
12.1995 - 12.1997
Master of Science - Biology
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Loras College
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