Kofi Adasi

During the week I teach Molecular Cell Biology and Human Anatomy & Physiology and conduct laboratory sessions. I use microscopes, and kit for extracting DNA from different living things. My problem-solving activities focus primarily on studying the consequences of changes in the DNA structure. I make many important decisions each day, for example, "How can instructions be presented in a way to motivate students to enjoy learning something that may seem difficult to understand?" I have rich background in Molecular Biology, Genetics and Biochemistry training.

I spent part of my student years at the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) in Atlanta, GA as well as the South African Institute of Medical Research in Johannesburg, South Africa. I enjoy sharing current knowledge in science, other than my field of expertise, in weekly journal club meetings. I review literature to find gaps in knowledge, then write a memo for review and discussion. If good ideas are generated, I try to form a team to write a research proposal and seek grants to research new perspectives and fill the gaps in scientific knowledge. I also use specialized tools and techniques to extract and manipulate DNA and related molecules. I am a Molecular Biologist, but also use biotechnology tools to analyze research data.