Andre Samuel
Founder, President & CEO
The Citizen Science Lab
Pittsburgh, PA USA
“One of the greatest assets we have as a species is adaptability.”
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Milestones
My road in life has been direct.
I grew up in Washington, D.C., which played a big part in fueling my passion for science as it’s home to the Smithsonian and the National Air and Space Museum.
I started college at Tuskegee University as a pre-veterinary major but wasn’t prepared and ended up dropping out.
I battled legal trouble, addiction, and homelessness for six years before going back to school, earning my bachelor’s degree from the University of the District of Columbia in biology.
I spent a few years working in biological and biomedical research, then with monkeys and primates in biosafety level 3 laboratories.
I decided to apply for a Ph.D. program and earned my doctoral degree in biology from Duquesne University.
I founded The Citizen Science Lab, a hands-on laboratory open to everyone to experiment and learn through STEAM education.
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Education
High School
Graduate
Genomics & Bioinformatics
The George Washington University
Genomics & Bioinformatics
The George Washington University
Career
Founder, President & CEO
I blend lab innovation with biological exploration, fostering diverse scientific minds.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Science
Non-Profit Organizations
Teaching / Mentoring
Day to Day
Every day, I immerse myself in the dynamic world of science, leading Pittsburgh's first public biomedical lab. My mornings might start with strategizing fundraising efforts or collaborating with partners. By afternoon, I'm hands-on in the lab, guiding young minds through groundbreaking experiments in genetic engineering and bio-printing. Whether I'm presenting at conferences or nurturing future STEM leaders, my mission is to make science tangible and thrilling.
Hurdles
Challenges I Overcame
Drugs / Addiction
