09/30/2025
Meet Lindsey Adams: a scientist, adventurer, and puzzle enthusiast. As a graduate student working in the Lingwood Lab at the Ragon Institute, Lindsey spends her days studying autoimmune diseases and antibody output, diving deep into the molecular world of protein interactions.
Her fascination with immunology began in college, where she became captivated by the complexities of virology. While studying the same virus from multiple perspectives, she realized that "viruses aren’t just friend or foe—they exist somewhere in between, and could even be manipulated as potential therapeutics." 🦠
Lindsey grew to love the lab environment, where experiments are precise, controlled, and repeatable—finding excitement in both the routine of science and the unexpected results that drive discovery.
Outside the lab, Lindsey finds balance through puzzles and outdoor adventure. She religiously completes The New York Times’ daily games, often finding them more frustrating than failed experiments—since, unlike in the lab, there are no second chances. Raised in Utah, she grew up skiing, mountain biking, and climbing, and although she now lives in Boston, she hasn't slowed down. She bikes to work daily and takes full advantage of New England’s mountains, trails, and coastlines. If you plan to join her on a mountain biking excursion, remember: being on time is part of the adventure.
Despite her love for high-adrenaline activities, Lindsey approaches them with the same analytical mindset she applies to research—always planning meticulously, carrying the right supplies, and assessing risks to ensure a safe but exhilarating experience. Her favorite part of Ragon’s new building? The bike room—where she can store, maintain, and tinker with her bike, blending her love for science and activity into her daily routine. 🚴♀️🔬
