Two Tulane University School of Medicine students received awards at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom and Justice Brunch hosted by Tulane University. Meghan Mouton, a PhD student in the Biomedical Sciences Program, and Chris Mitry, a third-year medical student, were recognized for their contributions to the Tulane community that embody the spirit and mission of Dr. King.
Meghan works to bridge the gap between Tulane and other institutions by providing resources and research experience from an RO1 institution. Her current research focuses on developing an improved tuberculosis vaccine using combination adjuvants that lead to trained immunity and longer-lasting protection, which she hopes to apply to other diseases.
Chris is the founder and chair of a Student National Medical Association mentorship program. It’s the first New Orleans-based mentorship program dedicated to supporting underrepresented and disadvantaged pre-medical students through tailored guidance on the medical school application process, career planning, and social support. He manages a team of 90 mentors and mentees while caring for patients during his third-year clinical rotations.