KARLIN COMPTON

Scientist with expertise in biomedical research and project management, skilled in leading cross-functional teams and facilitating global innovation. Well-versed in strategic planning, securing funding, and enhancing visibility within

Biotech communities. Dedicated to advancing scientific understanding through collaboration and cutting-edge research.

• Compton, K. and LaBonne, C. (2023, July 20-23). WDR5 is Required for Formation of the Neural Crest [Poster Presentation]. Society for Developmental Biology 82nd Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, USA. http://tinyurl.com/mrxzse7b
• Compton, K., Mace, E., Pfaltzgraff, E., Bornstein, S., & Bader, D. (2016). Use of a Novel Panel of Monoclonal Antibodies against CENP-F for the Analysis of Cancerous Cells. Microscopy and Microanalysis, 22(S3), 10221023. doi:10.1017/S143192761600595X

CMBD (Cellular and Molecular Basis of Disease) Training Grant

• NIH funded T32 training grant interdisciplinary and cross-campus program that provides state-of-the-art training in the cellular and molecular sciences for highly qualified pre-doctoral candidates.

NSF (GRFP) Graduate Research Fellowships Program

• Honorable Mention Recipient - 2020

IMSD (Initiative for Maximizing Student Development) Training Grant

• NIH funded T32 training grant for developing a diverse pool of well-trained biomedical scientists

Nucleate Chicago – Social Media and Engagement Coordinator (Fall 2023-Present)

• Successfully implemented social media strategy to increase number of followers and overall engagement for Nucleate Chicago’s LinkedIn page.

Diversity in Biological Sciences (DIBs)-Chair (Spring 2019-Spring 2021)

• Organized professional development and social events for underrepresented minority graduate students throughout the year and prospective students during admissions weekend.

IBiS Student Mentor (Spring 2019-Present)

• Partner with incoming students to the IBiS program to mentor them during the transitional period to graduate school and during their first year at Northwestern.

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Theta Beta Chapter – President (Fall 2017-Spring 2018)

• Facilitated outreach and community service in and contributed to the recruitment of members leading to 200% increase of chapter membership.