Dr. Morel began her PhD journey in France at the University of Aix-Marseille, followed by training at the University of Florida in immunogenetics. She became a faculty member at the University of Florida in 1999 followed by tenure and Vice Chair for Research and Academic Affairs.
Dr. Morel is currently a Professor, the Department Chair and the Zachry Foundation Distinguished Chair in Mircrobiology and Immunology at UT Health San Antonio.