Laura Mackay: Don't be afraid to engage

Abstract

Laura Mackay is a professor and Immunology Theme Leader at the Doherty Institute at the University of Melbourne. Her lab investigates memory T cells, including their development, the role tissue-resident memory T cells play in cancer, autoimmune diseases, and barrier immunity, as well as ways in which these cells may be used therapeutically to treat various pathologies. We spoke to Laura about the importance of speaking up (and encouraging others to do so), gaining confidence in your career, and her uncommon introduction to science.