We Love Science
Celebrating the untold stories, the extraordinary discoveries, and the inspiring lives led by those whose jobs, passions, hobbies and more embody their love of science. Hear stories about -- the dedicated scientists who unravel the mysteries of biology; the artists and musicians who highlight the beauty of science through their craft; the educators, policy makers and science outreach advocates whose convictions propel them toward community engagement and preparing the next generation of STEM leaders; and the bona fide science enthusiasts who design their own unique journey to science fulfillment.
We Love Science
Ep 3: Ninja Warrior Scientist
Let’s talk regeneration! In this episode, Fatu and Shekerah interview Dr. Erin Jimenez, a research fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). As a research fellow, Erin studies regeneration in zebrafish at the level of gene regulation--she is answering the age-old question of how organisms are able to regrow damaged body parts by exploring unique regions of the genome. Recently, her biggest success includes developing a transgenic zebrafish by using CRISPR to remove important gene regulatory regions that directly impact the organism’s ability to regenerate. Starting her journey as a first-generation community college student, interested in art, Erin faced some challenges along the way and was ultimately inspired and empowered to pursue a career in science by connecting with others who shared life stories similar to hers. When not in the lab, Erin is a phenomenal martial artist skilled in muay thai and kickboxing; a true super woman kicking butt in and out of the lab! Ultimately, she aspires to become a professor who will promote an inclusive scientific community by maximizing efforts to increase enrollment and ensure support is provided to retain individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Reach out to Erin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-jimenez-phd/
Twitter: @ErinJimenezPhD
Facebook: Erin Jimenez
Email: erinjimenez9@gmail.com
Lab Website: https://erinjimenez.com
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www.linkedin.com/in/shekerah-primus
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