Dr. Kilan C. Ashad-Bishop (she/her) is a biomedical scientist and advocate for inclusion working at the intersection of science, health, and society. She is a proud alumna of Morgan State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, and the University of Miami, where she earned her Ph.D. in Cancer Biology. Kilan focuses her transdisciplinary research and service portfolio on the influence of social and environmental factors on cancer disparities.

Guided by a strong belief in the transformative power of equity and inclusion in health, science, and society, Dr. Ashad-Bishop champions the responsibility of science (and scientists) in driving positive social change. In 2019, she co-founded STEMNoire, a research and wellness community that supports and empowers Black women in STEM. With a global reach, STEMNoire has rapidly expanded to serve a vibrant community of 1,500 Black women in STEM education and the workforce, providing resources for holistic wellness, collaborative networking, and personal and professional development.

Colleagues and supervisors have recognized Kilan for excellence in her endeavors. She has been recognized as a Black Woman in Excellence (2020); National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Fellow (2019); Edward Bouchet Graduate Honor Society Inductee (2018); New Leaders Council Fellow (2016); Legacy Magazine, 40 Under 40 (2016); and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Defining Pearl (2015).

Beyond her professional pursuits, Kilan finds joy in spending time with her pets and tending to her thriving collection of houseplants. Additionally, she cherishes moments spent in nature and the gym.