CSU Biology Professor Named Among List Of 1000 Inspiring Black Scientist

COLUMBUS, GA- Columbus State University has announced one of their own has been recognized as one of the 1000 Inspiring Black Scientist.

Dr. Monica Frazier, interim Director of CSU's Biology Department was named to the 2020 list of "1000 Inspiring Black Scientist" by the Community of Scholars.

In a release published by CSU on Thursday, Dr. Frazier said, "“I am very honored to be included in this publication. It wasn’t until college that I started to see people of color conducting scientific research and pursuing careers in STEM,” Frazier continues, “It is my sincere hope that this publication convinces thousands of students of color from kindergarten and beyond that a career in STEM is attainable and that we, STEM professionals of color, do indeed exist!”

In addition to her duties with CSU's Biology Department, Dr. Frazier also serves as the Director of the Southwest Georgia Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation. An organization with a mission to increase the number of qualified underrepresented minorities receiving undergraduate and graduate degrees in STEM and entering the workforce.

Dr. Deborah Bordelon, provost and vice president called Dr. Frazier a scientist, educator, leader and mentor. Dr. Bordelon continued as she expressed the strong commitment to making sure underrepresented students see themselves succeeding in STEM related fields due to the efforts of Dr. Frazier.

According to CSU, Dr. Frazier focuses her ongoing research on identifying chemotherapeutic agents against cancer.

Dr. Frazier is an alumni of Alabama State University where she earned a bachelor of science in chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in virology. Dr. Frazier continued her postdoctoral studies as she completed work at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.

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