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myALZteam Writing Staff | Michelle Karth, Ph.D.

Posted on October 17, 2025

Michelle Karth, Ph.D.

Medical and Health Writer

Michelle Karth, Ph.D.

Michelle Karth earned a Doctor of Philosophy in neuroscience and behavior from Purdue University in 2024. Her research focused on how genetic and biological factors influence disease risk and addiction. She has more than a decade of laboratory research experience and a strong background in health communication, patient education, and scientific writing. After caring for her mother with cancer, Michelle became dedicated to helping people understand complex science in ways that support informed, confident health decisions.

Education

  • Purdue University (Ph.D., neuroscience and behavior)
  • Villanova University (M.S., experimental psychology)
  • University of Leeds (M.A., communications)
  • Pennsylvania State University (B.A., psychology)
  • Pennsylvania State University (B.A., media effects)

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