B.S. Loyola University-Chicago
B.A. Loyola University-Chicago
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago
Background
Dr. Chamberlain concurrently earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology (with minors in Chemistry and Psychology) and a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in English from Loyola University-Chicago in 2004. After spending a couple years as a lab technician at Midwestern University, she went on to receive a Ph.D. in 2013 from the University of Illinois at Chicago from the department of Microbiology and Immunology. Her doctoral research, under Dr. Lijun Rong, focused on identifying host factors utilized by the Influenza and Marburg viruses using a high-throughput screening process.
Dr. Chamberlain worked as a science writer and editor prior to joining USF. She authored High School Biology Unlocked, 2016 and reviewed/authored Cracking AP Biology, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, and several other titles.
Dr. Chamberlain is a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) and the American Physiological Society (APS).
Dr. Chamberlain is the co-director of the USF Science Fellows Program.
Research Interests
Collaboration and student research welcome!
Recent Publications
Brianna A. Quintero, Vetona Sarpong, and Katie Chamberlain. “Comparison of epidermis characteristics as a result of different mask type usage in young adults,” BIOS, 96(3), 109-118, (29 August 2025) https://doi.org/10.1893/BIOS-D-25-00003
Kaylie Sippel, Kenna Kleinert, and Katie Chamberlain. “The effects of different workout styles and different motivations on the physiological markers of stress,” BIOS, 96(1), 26-31, (25 March 2025) https://doi.org/10.1893/BIOS-D-24-00020
Hannah Knight and Katie Chamberlain. “The Effects of Cannabidiol and Serotonin on Anxiety-Like Behavior in Crayfish.” Journal of Student Research, 12(2), (31 May 2023) https://doi.org/10.47611/jsr.v12i2.1880
Summer Undergraduate Research Experiences
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Teaching Philosophy
Dr. Chamberlain believes that building a trusting relationship with open communication is an integral part of the teaching-learning arc. This begins with respect and kindness from instructor towards student and from student towards instructor. Dr. Chamberlain enjoys holding open office hours and encourages students to attend to improve and solidify their classroom knowledge.
