Clarissa Troutman, BS
Specialist, Guideline Development
Early Cancer Detection Science
Why I joined ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½
I am eager to help in the fight against cancer for everyone, and especially to foster a healthier future for my family and friends who have been greatly affected by cancer.¡±
At ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ since 2024
Clarissa Troutman, BS,?is a specialist in Guideline Development within the Early Cancer Detection Science group. She assists her team to generate systematic reviews to help the American Cancer Society (ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½) develop cancer screening guidelines.
Research focus and accomplishments
My research experience began in my undergraduate education with independent work in both the chemistry and biology departments. For my senior project, I analyzed genetics to understand marine metabolite pathways in the Puget Sound that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. This sparked my passion for contributing to current research.
After graduating, I spent a year doing bench work in a clinical laboratory where I gained experience using molecular testing to detect cancer. My interest in research and cancer led me to the ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½. I focus on evidence synthesis for cancer screening and prevention, which involves systematically reviewing, evaluating, and summarizing scientific evidence about the most effective methods and frequency of testing to help ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ develop its cancer screening guidelines.
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Work before ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½
- ICON Clinical Labs, Laboratory Technician
- University of Puget Sound, Biology Department Undergraduate Researcher
Education
- BS: Molecular and Cellular Biology, Minor in Chemistry, University of Puget Sound, 2022
Personal life?
I live in Portland, Oregon, where I enjoy reading, spending time with my cat, doing yoga, and being outside.