Class of 2017
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Tiffani Houston, Ph.D.
What inspired you to want to become a health care professional?
My interest in science and medicine began when my 2-year-old brother was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia during my sophomore year in high school. Through the course of his disease, I witnessed his physicians translate science into excellent patient care. He went into remission just before my high school graduation. This experience ignited my passion for medicine and revealed my craving to know more about the underlying science of cancer.
How will you go forth and change the world?
If I am able to continuously publish in cancer prevention research while maintaining my sense of love, loyalty and grace, I know the world will be a better place through my efforts. I also hope to impact public health and health policy with my research efforts.