Education: MS in Pharmaceutical Science from North Carolina Central University; BS in Biology from Elizabeth City State University,  Biotechnology minor

Specialized training: NC BioNetwork laboratory technician, use of electrophoresis for the separation of DNA and RNA, fragment cloning with plasmid vectors, polymerase chain reaction for the amplification of DNA segments; master control operator for local news channel; EPIC-certified instructor

Recognitions: Technical Intramural Research Training Award, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Professional experience: Over 16 years of work-related experience

Education: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences/Genetics from East Carolina University (ECU) Brody School of Medicine; MS in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology from ECU; BA in Chemistry from Rutgers University; Certificate in Science Management from Rutgers Graduate School of Education

Specialized training: Certification in Robotic Programming and Instrumentation used for drug testing; EPIC-certified instructor

Recognitions: Research Fellowship in Clinical Cytogenetics, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; Certification in Robotic Programming and Instrumentation; Lean SIX Sigma Certification; EPIC-certified instructor

Professional experience: Over 36 years of work-related experience