Kizzmekia "Kizzy" Corbett, PhD
STEM & Healthcare
Setting new trends
WASHINGTON, DC
Kizzmekia “Kizzy” Corbett (PhD) is a name many recognize at the moment. As the scientific lead for the National Institute of Health’s effort to find a vaccine for COVID-19, her work impacts the entire world. The driven immunologist has been on the case since March, conducting high pressure yet fundamental research & testing in the race for a vaccine and/or treatment. Outside of the lab, Corbett still finds time to use her position to advocate for others. When not researching, she devotes her time to bring STEM awareness to youth in underserved communities.
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