Black Scientists

By Marissa Shapiro Antentor Hinton Jr., assistant professor of molecular physiology and biophysics, played a seminal role in creating the June issue of the journal Cell, including the orchestration on a seven-part series within the issue that addresses the ways that the teachings of Juneteenth can… Read More

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences hosted its inaugural “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” event on June 15. The programming sought to inform the community about the history and meaning of the important date, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., and highlight the accomplishments of Black scientists… Read More