Department of Biology
College of Science, Engineering, and Technology
Jackson State University’s degree options in Biology is designed to prepare students for graduate or professional studies, as well as for entering the job market. Students can elect to specialize in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Pre-Health Careers(Dentistry, Medicine, Optometry, etc.), or Pre-Health Career Prerequisites (Pre-Dental, Hygiene, Pre-Nursing).
Dr. Carolyn B. Howard
Office: JAP Science Building – Rm 427
Email: carolyn.b.howard@jsums.edu
Phone: (601) 979-3468
Fax: (601) 979-5853
Education
- Ph.D., University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS, 1995
- B.S., Jackson State University, Jackson, MS, 1981
Research Interests
- Risk factors in breast cancer development
- Cytochrome P450 modulation in response to drug treatment
- Health disparities in cancer
- Validation of Vernonia amygdalina as a chemotherapeutic agent
- Natural products as anti-cancer treatment alternatives
- Causal factors in disparities in professional advancement and in health among women
READY TO JOIN?
For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2586 or submit your questions and requests to biologydept@jsums.edu. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY
