Stephanie Schroeder

Build-a-Cell Coordinator, University of Minnesota

Stephanie Schroeder is the coordinator for the Build-a-Cell research initiative housed at the University of Minnesota. She coordinates a network of researchers focused on the goal of synthesizing cells for real world applications (targeted therapeutic medicine, biofuels for renewable energy, understanding the origin of life). Trained as a marine biologist, she specializes in science education & engagement. She received her BS from the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee and her PhD from the University of Oregon. While investigating owl limpet territorial behavior, she realized her love of integrating research, education, and equity in STEM. She lives in Minneapolis and explores the city with her spouse and dog. They hike when it’s not too cold and she knits when the temperature dips into the single digits.