Shekinah A
- Research Program Mentor
PhD candidate at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Expertise
Biology/Cancer Biology
Bio
I am passionate about the field of cancer research. The opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative and effective treatments that can improve the lives of cancer patients is what drives me. I am fascinated by the complexity of cancer biology and motivated to tackle the challenges that lie ahead in the fight against this disease. Also, I am interested in bridging the gap between minorities and STEM. Outside of my academic pursuits, I have a variety of personal interests and hobbies. I enjoy maintaining an active lifestyle through regular exercise and finding new healthy recipes to cook. Additionally, I have a passion for makeup and enjoy experimenting with different looks. Finally, I find great fulfillment in volunteering for causes that I am passionate about and giving back to my community in meaningful ways.Project ideas
Potential Biomarkers for Head and Neck Cancers
The aim of this project is to review the literature pertaining to potential biomarkers for head and neck cancers (HNCs). The review will focus on identifying and evaluating the diagnostic and prognostic value of various biomarkers, including genetic, epigenetic, and protein-based markers. The findings of this project may have important implications for the development of personalized and targeted therapies for HNCs, as well as for improving patient outcomes and quality of life. This could be a blog, essay, podcast, short film or documentary, poem!
Review: Biological Processes Underlying Metastasis
The proposed project aims to review the underlying biological processes of metastasis, the spread of cancer cells from the primary tumor to distant organs or tissues. Through an in-depth analysis of current literature, the project will explore the molecular mechanisms involved in metastasis, including the role of key signaling pathways, the extracellular matrix, and the immune system. The findings of this project will contribute to a better understanding of metastasis and may inform the development of novel therapeutic strategies to prevent or treat metastatic cancer. This could be a blog, essay, podcast, short film or documentary, poem!