Markia Smith

Markia Smith

Doctoral Student

UNC Chapel Hill

Hey there ❗ 👋🏾

I’m currently a 3rd year PhD student in Pathobiology and Translational Science (PBTS) at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC-CH). My work uses integrative genomic approaches to study environmental and genetic determinants of cancer, leading to health disparities.

This space serves as a compendium of my experience, projects, and all other endeavors.

Interests

  • Cancer genomics
  • Computational biology
  • Medicine
  • Diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Weightlifting
  • Traveling

Education

  • PhD in Pathobiology and Translational Science, 2022

    UNC Chapel Hill

  • Post-baccalaureate in Biomedical Sciences, 2018

    Baylor College of Medicine

  • BSc in Biochemistry, 2017

    University of Delaware

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