Katherine L. Knight

American immunologist and professor

Katherine L. Knight is an American immunologist whose research work has focused on the genetic basis of antibody formation and the interactions of the immune system with intestinal microbiota. She is professor and chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Loyola University Chicago.2

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About

Knight was president of the American Association of Immunologists from 1996 to 1997.

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Early life and education

  • Date not recordedIndiana University Bloomington Doctor of Philosophy3 4

Knight attended Jackson High School in Jackson, Michigan and went to Elmira College in New York. She earned a Ph.D. from Indiana University Bloomington in 1966 followed by postdoctoral training at University of Illinois Chicago.

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Career

Occupation: immunologist, microbiologist, university teacher.7

Awards

  • 2015Marion Spencer Fay Award8 10
  • 2013American Association of Immunologists Lifetime Achievement Award8 9