Leading the Future:
"I envision myself being a leader in solving inequitable healthcare. Healthcare is
something that everyone should have a right to, but right now, healthcare is not equitable.
In modern times, certain medicines do not work for different races, and certain races
are more prone to certain diseases. I want to work from the ground up using immunology,
genetics, and structural biology to look at these diseases and proteins on the micro-scale
and see how they react in different bodies. This way, I can find and create medicine
that works for every person and race. Overall, building equitable and diverse healthcare
for all."
Why did you become a Simons STEM Scholar?:
“I chose to become a Simons STEM Scholar because it was a chance to chase my passions
with support from other passionate and diverse people. To be an African American woman
in STEM is rare and can be tough, but this program gives you people who will be there
for you every step of the way. It gave me a community, along with the promise of giving
me every resource I will need to be successful.”
What would you say to someone who is applying?:
“I would say to someone thinking about applying to the Simons STEM Scholars program,
"Make sure this is something you want, and make sure this is your decision." This
program will push you and make sure you go far, but they can only do so much. You
also have to push yourself and give it your all. So, make sure you are willing to
work towards your future because the Simons STEM Scholars program will always continue
to support you.”
Research Experiences:
Summer 2024 - New York Structural Biology Center under the guidance of Kasahun Neselu,
and Jake Johnston on "Cryo Electron Microscopy and Tomography including Segmentation"
