Jeanne Callan

Jeanne Louderbough Callan (class of 1983) was one of the first to graduate from Escuela Del Sol’s elementary program. Jeanne went on to earn a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Arizona where she focused on understanding the molecular biology behind breast cancer metastasis. Following her graduate studies, Jeanne worked with a start-up biotechnology company focused on developing bioengineered synthetic materials to promote tissue regeneration. Eventually Jeanne went on to become a medical writer. In 2017, together with her husband Dr. Matt Callan, she founded a medical communications company, Headwaters Communications. They are devoted to helping life science companies translate complex scientific concepts into language that is accessible and meaningful. Jeanne lives in Lafayette, CO, with her husband and their two children, Maya and Maren, who inspire her and make her laugh every single day.