Trevor L. Macdowell
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Trevor L. Macdowell is a key figure in the rapid deployment of high-throughput diagnostic testing during the COVID-19 pandemic. His research centers on clinical laboratory automation, assay validation, and the operational logistics of large-scale infectious disease testing. Macdowell’s major contribution lies in the design and integration of automated, CLIA-certified laboratories capable of processing thousands of SARS-CoV-2 tests per day in a university setting. His most-cited work, “Buildout and integration of an automated high-throughput CLIA laboratory for SARS-CoV-2 testing on a large urban campus” (2022, 19 citations), provides a detailed blueprint for transforming a conventional lab into a pandemic-response powerhouse. A companion paper (2021, 6 citations) offers further granularity on the instrumentation, workflow, and compliance hurdles overcome. Together, these studies have guided other institutions in establishing similar surge-capacity testing centers. Macdowell’s work is a testament to the power of engineering and clinical chemistry collaboration, demonstrating how automated platforms can be rapidly repurposed to meet emergent public health needs. His achievements underscore the critical role of laboratory infrastructure in pandemic preparedness and response.
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