Katie Ghisays

Katie is a Senior Clinical Research Program Manager at Banner Sun Health Research Institute with nearly 15 years of experience leading observational and biomarker-focused research programs in neurodegenerative diseases. With an academic foundation in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and chemistry, she has dedicated her career to advancing the understanding of neurodegenerative disease through long-term cohort studies integrating advanced brain imaging and fluid biomarkers. Katie has overseen complex research programs spanning MRI, PET imaging, blood-based biomarkers, and cerebrospinal fluid assessments, helping to support discoveries in disease progression, risk assessment, and early detection. Her expertise includes program leadership, study operations, cross-functional collaboration, and the successful execution of large-scale longitudinal research initiatives.