Haitian
Scientific Society Seminar
Series
Saturday October 28, 2023
12:45-2:30
Zoom-Link: https://umassboston.zoom.us/j/94777986513
A Look into Nanotechnology and its Possibilities
Olivia Geneus
Eli Lilly & Co
Abstract: Nanotechnology is an evolving field with several
applications in medicine (drug development), environment, food, electronics,
engineering, sustainable energy, and more. It is the study and application of
extremely small materials (at the nanoscale). This is a multifaced and
interdisciplinary discipline, filled with opportunities within academia,
industry/pharmaceutical, and non-profits. The percentage of Black Nanoscientists is limited, even though Black Scientists
continue to make significant differences cross STEM and related fields.
Representation within the field of nanotechnology is important as it helps to
start the recruitment process at the lower level (i.e.
middle school, high school). It is thus critical to introduce to build
institutional and non-profit organizations that brings STEM programs to the
younger generation.
Biography:
Olivia
Geneus is a trained Physicist, Chemist, and Nanoscientist. She obtained a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the
State University of New York, at Buffalo where her research focused on
developing multi-modal theranostic agents suitable
for targeted cancer therapy of Glioblastoma Multiform. She holds a Dual B.S. in
Physics and Public Health from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Currently, Dr. Geneus is an Associate Director in
Medical Affairs -Neuroscience at Eli Lilly & Co. As a distinguished
panelist and keynote speaker, Dr. Geneus has provided
broader engagement and shared expert knowledge on the advancements in
scientific fields such as chemistry and public health. As a STEM diversity
advocate, Dr. Geneus’ goal is to reduce the cold
climate that marginalized groups constantly face in scientific fields. Dr. Geneus is the co-founder of Black in Nanotechnology, a
sustainable institutional non-profit organization that supports
underrepresented highschool, undergraduate, and
graduate students throughout their academic and professional careers. She remains
passionate and optimistic as ever in helping students, especially
underrepresented students, transition into their post-academic careers. Dr. Geneus has been featured in Forbes, Physics World Magazine,
NBC's WGRZ-TV, NSF Sustainable Nanotechnology, and more.