Document Type

Presentation

Date

Fall 10-18-2024

Keywords

Research career, Life path, African American chemists, Minority achievement, STEM education, Morehouse College, NOBCChE, Henry Cecil McBay, Jeannette E. Brown, Percy Lavon Julian, Medicinal chemistry, Organic chemistry, DNA minor groove binders, Boron chemistry, Trypanosomiasis, DAPI, Undergraduate research, Scientific mentorship, Diversity in STEM, Academic networking, American Chemical Society, PRODIG Faculty Fellow, Green chemistry, Ionic liquids, Computational chemistry, DNA curvature, Fluorescence spectroscopy, Amidines, Microwave synthesis, Cryochemistry, Photochemistry, Academic games, DAPCEP, HBCUs, Faculty diversity, Student success, Scientific literature, Career perseverance

Language

English

Disciplines

Library and Information Science

Description/Abstract

In this talk, Dr. Green will share how his unique life experiences, career trajectory, and personal journey of overcoming challenges shaped his research career. He will explore how these adversities informed his work with undergraduate students, guiding them not only academically but also personally. By embracing his life path, Dr. Green developed a research program that prioritizes resilience, safety, innovation, and inclusivity. Attendees will gain insight into how navigating life’s obstacles can be a powerful tool for shaping one’s academic and professional journey.

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