Meet the Mad Scientist…
Leah Elson is an esteemed clinical development scientist, non-fiction author, and pioneering advocate for public science communication. With a career spanning 15 years in medical research, Leah has made significant contributions to multiple disciplines, including orthopedics, innovative biotechnologies, oncology, and neuroscience. Her academic credentials include a focus in pre-medical sciences from Harvard University, as well as graduate degrees in Biotechnology from the Johns Hopkins University and in Global Health & Epidemiology from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Currently, she is pursuing her doctoral research in Molecular Biology.
Leah’s scholarly impact is evidenced by her extensive portfolio of 87 peer-reviewed publications, which include manuscripts, book chapters, and supplements. These contributions have not only advanced scientific understanding but have also fostered interdisciplinary collaboration.
An entrepreneur at the nexus of science and education, Leah is also the founder of STEMpire Studios — a groundbreaking initiative aimed at making scientific knowledge accessible. She also serves as the host of the wildly popular "Reel Science", and the podcast “What The Hell Do You Know?!” (coming Spring 2024).
Her debut literary work, There Are (No) Stupid Questions... In Science, has received widespread reader acclaim for its insightful yet accessible answers to some of the most intriguing scientific questions posed by the online community. Seamlessly blending humor and rigor, the book underscores Leah’s dual commitment to scholarly excellence and public education.
She is professionally represented by Renée Fountain of Gandolfo Helin & Fountain Literary Management (New York).
Leah’s multifaceted career serves as a testament to her unwavering dedication to advancing both scientific research and public understanding of complex scientific principles.