About

Kitty Cardwell joined Oklahoma State University in 2016 as Professor of Plant Pathology and Research scientist with the Institute of Biosecurity and Microbiology.  She brings experience in biosecurity program management and expertise in microbial epidemiology.   At OSU, Dr. Cardwell conducts research in novel detection technologies, particularly in the development and validation of Electronic Diagnostic Nucleic Acid Analysis e-probes for high-risk pathogens. Her current endeavor is to build a Diagnostic Assay Validation Network, funded by NIFA and attracting participants from across the country. 

 

Education

• B.A. University of Texas, Austin, Botany, Cum Laude
• Ph.D. Texas A&M University Plant Pathology & Microbiology
• Key Executive Leadership Program, SES CDP, American University, Washington, DC
• Oklahoma State University, Director and Professor, as of March 15, 2016
• United States Department of Agriculture, National Program Leader, GS15, Washington, DC, 2001-2016
• United States Department of Agriculture, Senior Executive Service Development Program, Professional Detail, Senior Advisor, World Bank, 2012-2013
• International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Research Scientist & Team Leader, Ibadan, Nigeria, 1989-2001