Title: Assistant Professor
Company: Wayne State University
Location: Grosse Pointe Woods, Missouri, United States
Jennell C. White, PhD, assistant professor at Wayne State University, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Scientists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in academia.
With nearly two and a half decades of experience to her credit, Dr. White has carved out a distinguished career in the field of red blood cell health, focusing on pathologic adhesions related to sickle cell disease. She is currently excelling as an assistant professor at the School of Medicine at Wayne State University, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she runs her own academic research program, oversees her team, and collaborates with other scientists to advance the understanding of red blood cell health.
Prior to this position, Dr. White was also an assistant professor at the School of Social Work at Wayne State University from 2018 to 2024. She served as a senior research scientist at Functional Fluidics from 2013 to 2024, where she conducted significant research in her field. She began her research career as a research fellow at Wayne State University from 2011 to 2024 and as a graduate research assistant at the same institution from 2006 to 2011. Additionally, she gained valuable clinical experience as a medical technologist at St. John Hospital and Medical Center from 2006 to 2011.
Laying a solid foundation for her future success, Dr. White pursued an education at Xavier University of Louisiana, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry in 2003. She continued her academic efforts by obtaining a master’s degree in basic medical sciences in 2005. She then completed her studies at Wayne State University, earning a PhD in physiology in 2011. Following these accomplishments, she embarked on a distinguished career in red blood cell health and medical research.
In addition to her primary vocation, Dr. White remains affiliated with various organizations related to her areas of expertise. She is a member of the American Society of Hematology and a Pride Fellow, reflecting her commitment to professional development and her active involvement in the scientific community. In light of her impressive undertakings, she has accrued several accolades throughout her career. She was honored with the Champions of Diversity Award from Wayne State University in 2020, recognizing her significant contributions to promoting diversity and inclusion within the academic and scientific communities.
Dr. White is a distinguished researcher who recently received a prestigious five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health in the fall of 2023 for a groundbreaking research project. In addition to her pioneering research, she is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in science. She founded the Biomedical Career Advancement Pipeline (BCAP) program, a six-week summer research initiative that provides inner-city high school students the opportunity to work alongside senior faculty at the university. Under her leadership, the BCAP program aims to develop students’ research skills and create a more diverse and equitable talent pipeline in the scientific community.
Dr. White attributes her success to her strong will, faith in spirituality, and the unwavering support of her family. Looking ahead, she is currently on a tenure track. At Functional Fluidics, her goal is to validate biomarkers for sickle cell patients, as no established biomarkers currently exist. Additionally, she aims to transition the Biomedical Career Advancement Program into a more sustainable funding model.
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