Investigator Insights
Meet the people who conduct research at St. Jude as they share their stories of life in science.
Connections with colleagues: A St. Jude pediatric psychologist has renewed appreciation for an overlooked benefit of interdisciplinary collaboration.
A pediatric psychologist expresses gratitude for interdisciplinary collaboration, which elevates patient care and provider well-being.
Roussel’s early discovery shaped a career of cancer research
Martine Roussel, PhD, faculty member and endowed chair in molecular oncogenesis, shares how early work on oncogenes led to her lab’s discovery of new oncogenes.
Jasmine Turner: Overcoming obstacles, rising to meet challenges
For Jasmine Turner, resilience and tenacity were required to enter a field with very few Black women. There weren’t many women or teachers of color in her scientific courses—no one with similar experiences to help guide her or focus her talents. She turned to her mother for encouragement and inspiration.
Making purposeful connections to help others grow and develop
Andrea Stubbs shares her experiences that shaped her career in community outreach to raise awareness for both HIV and HPV.
Leadership begins where the comfort zone ends
Women of St. Jude highlights the influences and events that shaped the career of Pat Keel, who shares lessons she’s learned about teamwork and leadership.
A career of service to those in need
Nehali Patel, MD, grew up helping those in need. Read how working with HIV-infected children has shaped her medical career.
A blend of art and math inspires Hankins’ science
St. Jude highlights Jane Hankins, who offers insights into how the artistic side of medicine shaped her education to become a hematologist.
Experiences as a volunteer shaped Crabtree’s professional career
St. Jude highlights Valerie Crabtree who offers insights and tips for those interested in pursuing a psychology career.
Miller’s approach to science shaped by practical creativity and a curious spirit
Shondra Miller, PhD, director of the Center for Advanced Genome Engineering, credits her parents for instilling a love of science.
A lifetime dedicated to nursing care
St. Jude highlights these women in science and clinical care who offer insights and tips for those interested in pursuing a scientific or clinical career.