Lauren Gibson is an Associate Professor in the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Melbourne. Her research focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease, particularly looking at the role of immune cells in the body. With a PhD in immunology, she has contributed significantly to understanding how immune responses can be modulated for therapeutic benefit, especially in the context of chronic inflammatory diseases and cancer. She has published several peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals and is actively involved in mentoring students and early-career researchers in her lab. Gibson's work involves collaborative projects across various disciplines, aiming to integrate immunology with other biological sciences to address complex health problems. She is passionate about fostering an inclusive research environment and has led initiatives to promote diversity within her research group.