Chloe C. Josefson, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Biological and Biomedical Sciences
North Carolina Central University

Dr. Josefson (she/her) joined North Carolina Central University in July 2023. Her research focuses on female-centered biology, and more specifically, lactation physiology. She is broadly interested in physiological costs of reproduction in female mammals and the evolution of life history trade-offs. Her research investigates how the environment shapes maternal and offspring physiology using an integrative and multidisciplinary framework. Other interests include biology education research, in particular, best practices for creating an inclusive learning environment.

Education and Training:

NSF Postdoctoral Fellow, 2020-2023, Skibiel Lab, Department of Animal, Veterinary, and Food Sciences, University of Idaho

Doctorate, 2013-2020, Hood Lab, Department of Biological Sciences, Auburn University

Bachelor of Science, 2005-2009, Integrative Biology, University of South Florida

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of South Florida