Mary Davis is an associate professor in the department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology at the BYU College of Life Sciences. Davis earned her bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science from BYU in 2008 and her master’s and doctoral degrees from Vanderbilt University in 2013. Additionally, she is a certified medical technologist through the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
Davis’s lab focuses on the automated extraction of phenotypes from electronic medical records (EMR), enhancing understanding of patient health. Additionally, she delves into the genetic analysis of autoimmune diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis (MS), diabetes, and other complex disorders.
Davis has taught a variety of classes at BYU for nearly ten years. Her commitment to education is matched by her dedication to research, evidenced by her contributions to the ongoing research of autoimmune disorders.
Davis has received numerous honors and awards for her academic achievements, including the Alcuin Fellowship at BYU and the North Coast Conference on Precision Medicine Travel Award. As a member of the American Society for Clinical Pathology and the American Society of Human Genetics, Davis contributes to the advancement of her field as a reviewer and guest speaker. She has been invited to speak at institutions such as the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
