2025 Vivli AMR Surveillance Data Challenge Judges Panel

Dr. Jessica Pierce is a life sciences expert with extensive experience leading and developing in vivo and in vitro preclinical research programs. She brings deep scientific expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, metabolomics, genomics, and microbiome research. Dr. Pierce has applied her hands-on knowledge of animal and tissue culture models to identify novel drug targets, evaluate pharmacodynamics and efficacy, and establish pharmacokinetic dosing regimens. Her work has included specialized models such as gnotobiotic, immunocompromised, antibiotic-treated, and inflammatory disease models. Throughout her career, Dr. Pierce has collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and managed partnerships across departments, contract research organizations, and academic institutions.