cmaadmin (EDU)Hi this is my profile and bio information.2012Regenerative Medicine – Franklin WestDr. Franklin West works seven days a week, but, with enthusiasm, he says his career is more a lifestyle than a job. And it is easy to understand his drive: As a researcher studying stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, West’s potential successes have wide-ranging implications.February 17, 20122012The Fruits of Perseverance — Byron WilliamsDr. Williams is a rising star in his field, not simply for his technical abilities but also for his work ethic and commitment to helping others, which has garnered him admiration from both the community and colleagues including Dr. Donna Reese, head of Mississippi State’s Computer Science and Engineering department.February 17, 20122012Visionary Thinker – Osagie ObasogieAfter watching the major motion picture “Ray,” which chronicled the life of musician Ray Charles, Dr. Osagie Obasogie grew curious about how blind people understand and experience race and racism. He wondered whether the absence of sight shielded people from the day-to-day realities of race in this country.February 17, 20122012Cell Biology Pioneer – Magdalena BezanillaDr. Bezanilla recently received a five-year Lucile Packard Foundation grant and a Faculty Early Career Development, or CAREER, award from the National Science Foundation. She received the American Society for Cell Biology Women in Cell Biology junior award and, most notably, the 2010 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, or PECASE.February 17, 20122012Sparking Interest in STEM – Frances WilliamsOne of Dr. Williams’ more impressive accomplishments at the university is the establishment of the $6.5 million Center for Materials Research, which features a “clean-room,” which Williams describes as “a facility with a low particle count … needed because we are making devices on a macro- and nano-scale, with features that are smaller than a strand of hair.February 17, 20122012Breaking Down Access Barriers — Jenny LeeFor the past 15 years, Dr. Lee has devoted her time to teaching, service and research on college access for underserved populations.February 17, 20122012Righting Social Wrongs — Alexes HarrisA Ph.D. in sociology and countless accomplishments later, Dr. Alexis Harris has demonstrated her dedication through a body of work that focuses on social stratification associated with racial and ethnic disparities in the criminal justice system.February 17, 20122012The People’s Mathematician — Mariel VazquezVazquez is an internationally known researcher in the emerging field of DNA topology. Vazquez, an associate professor of mathematics at San Francisco State University, studies how human DNA, the DNA of bacteria and the DNA of viruses become untangled. Her work could affect the design of antibiotics and anti-cancer drugs.February 17, 20122012A Thirst for Knowledge – Geanncarlo Lugo-VillarinoBack in 1991, Geanncarlo Lugo-Villarino was working in a shoe store. Growing up poor in Mexico, he had a shaky grasp of English and graduated from high school in San Diego with a 2.7 average. At 38, he has a Ph.D. from Harvard University in immunology and a lengthy list of peer-reviewed publications and fellowships, awards, scholarships and other honors.February 17, 20122012Preserving Family, Tradition and Native Culture – Majel BoxerAs a young, petite, Native American woman, Dr. Majel Boxer stands out among her mostly male, mostly White colleagues in Fort Lewis College’s Native American and Indigenous Studies department. But don’t let her stature fool you — this faculty member is highly accomplished and has helped affect change in tribal communities.February 17, 2012Previous PagePage 1568 of 3224Next Page
