Elaine Hamarstrom received her PhD in Immunology from the University of Iowa in 2008. Her career has focused on medical communication and education with specialization in oncology treatments. She currently is the Associate Director of Scientific Communications for Global Medical and Scientific Affairs at Karyopharm Therapeutics. In this role, she applies expertise in adult education methods to communication of clinical trial findings and implications. Elaine has mentored undergraduate and graduate students and is passionate about ensuring students are aware of alternatives to academic career paths.