WaveMakers in Medicine

Sarah Lindsey, PhD (right), was awarded the Student/Trainee Research Mentoring Award at the 2024 Tulane University Research, Scholarship, and Artistic Achievement Award ceremony. This award recognized Dr. Lindsey, Associate Professor and Barbara B. Beckman Professor in Pharmacology, as an exceptional research mentor. Dr. Lindsey has made it a feature of her scientific endeavors and is deeply committed to mentoring students and Postdoctoral Fellows. All of the students in her laboratory are at different stages in their development as scientists. Dr. Lindsey has individualized training methods that can pinpoint gaps in knowledge or experience to mentor her trainees in their progress as scientists. She also has the rare ability to foster excitement in her trainees in a well-balanced environment, which allows for maximum educational benefit. She also freely offers career advice and support to other students or colleagues who approach her for input. As a mentor, scientist, professor, and with an active personal life, she is a premier mentor for students and fellows. Since coming to Tulane in 2012, Dr. Lindsey has mentored approximately 22 undergraduate students, 9 graduate students, 5 postdoctoral fellows, and 5 junior faculty members, contributing to their academic and professional development.