Header Artwork
Margaret (Maggie) Butler, PhD

Margaret (Maggie) Butler, PhD

Antimicrobials and Biofilms Expert

Margaret (Maggie) Butler holds a PhD degree in microbiology from the University of Montana, followed by post-doctoral training in biochemistry and molecular biology at Dartmouth Medical School. Her research experience includes 15 years in the Cell Biology department at Yale University School of Medicine and 4 years at the University of Chicago School of Medicine, where she focused on the structure and function of proteins involved in membrane trafficking and synaptic communication in both healthy and diseased tissues. Maggie joined BioScience Laboratories (now Nelson Labs Bozeman) in 2010. She worked briefly in the Clinical Laboratory and the Quality Assurance Unit and was subsequently promoted to a principal scientist in 2012. Her currently role is Department Scientist, Nelson Labs Bozeman. Maggie’s research background on neuronal signaling mechanisms led to her keen interest in understanding the quorum sensing that occurs in the life cycle of biofilms. She strives to provide high-quality service to clients and enjoys exploring new developments in the industry.