Science Advisory Board

The MSUD Scientific Advisory Board is composed of leading physicians and researchers with expertise in Maple Syrup Urine Disease. They provide critical guidance on research priorities, clinical care, and scientific initiatives to improve the lives of those affected by MSUD.

Dr. Grace Meier

Family Medicine Physician, Clinic for Special Children

Joshua Baker, DO, FACMG

Assistant Professor, Pediatrics (Genetics, Genomics, and Metabolism)

Dr. Lindsay Burrage

Assoc. Professor, Molecular and Human Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine

Elania Jurecki, MS, RD

Director for Research Development for the National PKU Alliance

Dr. Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Dr. David Alan Fischler

Bioanalytical Scientist, Alcon AG

Dr. Richard Wynn

Associate Professor, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center

Dr. Andrea Gropman

Chief, Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine St. Jude Children's Research Hospital