On Episode 11 of Black in Science, I sat down with Dr. Janae Sweeney, whose research in prostate cancer earned her a Ph.D from Clark Atlanta University. During the interview, Dr. Sweeney opens by describing her childhood while growing up in and out the United States before transitioning to her time as an undergraduate student on the pre-med track at South Carolina State University. After recounting her Master’s degree work at Georgia State University, Janae rehashes what pivotal event caused her to shift from a career in medicine to teaching. Dr. Sweeney then shares the details of her community program entitled beSTEMsational--which aims to help support and encourage Black women in the pursuit of a career in STEM--before disclosing her thoughts on the importance of self belief and building relationships with mentors.

If you’ve enjoyed listening to Janae’s episode and wish to contact her with questions, feel free to reach out via:

Twitter: @itssimplyjanae

Instagram: @itssimplyjanae

Email: [email protected]

If you’re interested in learning more about be STEMsational, follow the organization’s social media pages at:

Instagram: @bestemsational