Meet Your Instructor
Alicia K. Wooten, Ph.D.
Dr. Alicia K. Wooten is a deaf immunologist and associate professor of biology at Gallaudet University. She earned a Ph.D. in Molecular and Translational Medicine from Boston University and a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her expertise lies in lung biology, infectious diseases, and the immune system, with research focusing on HIV, autoimmune diseases, and Streptococcus pneumoniae. Dr. Wooten co-founded Atomic Hands, a non-profit aiming to engage the deaf community in STEM through American Sign Language (ASL) and facilitate networking opportunities among deaf STEMists. Beyond academia, she actively contributes to public health efforts, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is dedicated to developing ASL- based STEM educational resources. Dr. Wooten advocates for inclusive science communication and encourages minority groups, especially in the deaf community, to pursue careers in science.
Lighthouse Interpreting & Training is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities.
Enhance Your Expertise
Enroll in our courses today to elevate your engagement skills to the next level.
