Department of Plant Pathology
Molecular Plant Pathology Laboratory
Tanaka Lab – Personnel
Lora Keyte
Graduate Research Assistant
Contact Information
WSU Plant Pathology
PO BOX 646430
Pullman, WA, 99163-6430
Office – Plant Sciences Building 255
Lab – Plant Sciences Building 215 & 235
Phone: (509) 335-5813 | Fax: (509) 335-9581
lora.keyte [at] wsu.edu
Education
- 2025 (expected) MS in Plant Pathology, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
- 2023 B.S. in Plant Biology, University of Washington, Olympia, WA
- 2021 Associate of Science Biology, South Puget Sound Community College, WA
- 2019 Associate in Science Biology, Yuba College, CA
- 2000 Associate in Graphic Design, Shoreline Community College, WA
Professional Experience
- Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Plant Pathology, Washington State University, Pullman, WA (2023-Present)
- Garden Assistant, Newcastle Fruit and Produce, Newcastle, WA (2020)
- Inventory Specialist, Agronillora California, Gridley, CA (2018-19)
- Farm Distribution Coordinator, Coastal Roost Farm, Encinitas, CA (2017-18)
- Inside Sales Representative, Aniata Cheese Company, Vista, CA (2016-17)
- Specialty Associate Team Leader, Whole Foods Market, San Diego, CA (2012-15)
- Beer and Wine Buyer, Whole Foods Market, San Diego, CA (2012)
Academic Honors, Awards, and Achievements
- Excellence in Biology Scholarship, University of Washington, WA
- Osher Re-entry Scholarship, University of Washington, WA
- Foundation Scholarship, South Puget Sound Community College, Olympia, WA
Current Research Focus
- Evaluating biostimulants for managing potato diseases