Kate San Souci

As Director of Research Pathology at Veranex, Kate provides global oversight of the organization’s full‑service histopathology offerings and compliance programs. She began her career in 2006 with hands‑on training at a Boston‑area contract research organization, sparking a lasting passion for the art and science of histology. ASCP certified since 2010, Kate brings over 14 years of experience across diverse settings, including CROs, hospitals, veterinary diagnostics, and contract necropsy services. Her expertise spans paraffin, frozen, and plastic histology, immunohistochemistry, and post‑mortem examinations across multiple species, with particular specialization in the prosection of medical devices and implants. Alongside her technical proficiency, Kate has developed strong leadership and program management capabilities, and she is energized by a role that blends strategic oversight with hands‑on scientific practice.