Mindy George-Weinstein received her PhD from Thomas Jefferson University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. She has been engaged in research and teaching throughout her career. Her laboratory discovered cells that regulate embryonic development, participate in wound healing and protect neurons in the retina. As PCOM’s Chief Research and Science Officer, Dr. George-Weinstein oversees the Division of Research that provides guidance for project development, operational support, resources and intramural funding for research activities at PCOM's locations.