Walaa E. Kattan

Highly accomplished scientist with a strong foundation in cancer biology and personalized medicine. Proven expertise in research, strategic problem-solving, and data analysis. Experienced in leading cross-disciplinary teams, delivering impactful scientific solutions, and communicating science to diverse audiences. Eager to bring analytical rigor and creative problem-solving and science communication to a transformative role in healthcare, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors.

• Publications: 12+ peer-reviewed papers in top-tier journals, including Nature Biotechnology and PNAS.
• Awards: Recipient of prestigious national and international fellowships such as the KAUST Ibn Rushd Postdoctoral Fellowship and the Andrew Sowell-Wade Huggins Professorship/Fellowship in Cancer Research.

• Successfully led and managed a team of 30 members across 5 specialized teams as the Head of Public Relations for the 'Smile, You're Blessed' cancer support initiative, driving strategic outreach and engagement efforts.
• Established cross-sector collaborations with academic, hospital, and industry partners for translational research.
• Served as a Board Member for Alfaisal University's Advisory Board, contributing to strategic decision-making and policy development.
• Coordinated multi-functional teams as a Member of the Cancer Biology Program Steering Committee and Student Council, overseeing academic initiatives and student engagement efforts.
• Managed social media operations for the Cancer Biology Program, leading content strategies and public engagement across multiple platforms to enhance program visibility.

• MIT Kaufman Teaching Certification Program (KTCP), 05/2023
• Computational Bootcamp - Broad Institute, 05/2023
• Design & Management of Clinical Trials - MD Anderson Cancer Center, 05/2019

• Saudi Society for Oncology Research (DAEM)
• MIT
• The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
• Association of Women in Science