Biography

Growing up in Accra, Ghana, pursuing a career in science especially as a woman was not simple to navigate. My journey has taken me from a BSc in Biochemistry at KNUST, to an MSc in Clinical Embryology at the University of Oxford, with a specialisation in genomics of healthcare. My experiences have also motivated my active involvement in efforts to increase black, ethnic minority and disadvantaged representation across STEM globally. My PhD research at Cambridge focuses on the molecular characterisation of the role of E-box motifs and associated variants on the circadian expression of SCN5A, a gene linked to Inherited Cardiac Arrhythmias (ICAs). ICAs are rare diseases responsible for majority of sudden cardiac deaths in young people and infants. The goal is to establish the mechanistic basis of the role of the circadian clock in ICAs, which will provide novel insights into treatment routes. Ultimately, I want to contribute to firstly developing equitable and accessible solutions to genetic diseases, and secondly incorporating genomic technologies to strengthen the world’s most fragile health systems. Joining the Gates Cambridge Scholars’ community, I look forward to a transformative experience with other young global leaders.

Previous Education

University of Manchester Clinical Bioinformatics 2022
University of Oxford Clinical Embryology 2019