Elise Arlt is a veterinarian with a focus on laboratory animal science. She completed her veterinary studies at the University of Leipzig in 2021. Following her graduation, Elise began her doctoral research at the Institute of Anatomy at Martin Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg. Her PhD research, conducted within the GRK2751 InCuPANC program, focuses on the role of natural killer (NK) cells in early pancreatic carcinogenesis, a crucial area of study for understanding the immune system's interaction with cancer development. In addition to her doctoral work, Elise is undergoing specialized training to become a certified specialist veterinarian in laboratory animal science. Her expertise in both research and clinical practice makes her a valuable contributor to the advancement of veterinary and medical sciences.