Black in Physiology Inc

Contact Information

Email: info@blackinphysiology.com

Curriculum Vitae

Black in Physiology (BiP) was birthed in the summer of 2020 as the realization of a double pandemic ensued. In the midst of multiplying racial injustices and the calamities associated with COVID-19, six Black physiologists joined forces and committed to both nurturing and celebrating black excellence within the physiology community. Insistent that BiP be the change that is needed to address systemic issues within the physiology community and science as a whole, these pioneers intentionally created an organization with a vision of addressing a void present in the scientific community – the authentic intention to recruit, retain and promote Black Physiologists. The BiP community now serves as an inclusive space not only for those who consider themselves Black and African American scientists in physiology or physiology-related fields but also supporters, allies, advocates and accomplices. Together, BiP is dedicated to fortifying a community of Black Physiologists by enhancing visibility and ensuring that resources, support and guidance are readily accessible.

Executive Board

  1. Executive Director

    Dr. Keisa Mathis
  2. President

    Dr. Clintoria R. Williams
  3. President-Elect

    Dr. Jan Williams
  4. Secretary

    Dr. Dexter Lee
  5. Treasurer

    Dr. Corey Reynolds
  6. Parliamentarian

    Dr. Adrienne King

Events

  1. Oct. 2020
    Black in Physiology Week 2020
    INITIATIVE: Enhance visibility
  2. Dec. 2020
    BiP Workshop - Applying to Committees
    INITIATIVE: Increase representation
  3. Apr. 2021
    Conference for Black Physiologists 2021
    IINITIATIVE: Showcase Black excellence
  4. Oct. 2021
    Black in Physiology Week 2021
    INITIATIVE: Enhance visibility
  5. Dec. 2021
    BiP Workshop - Application Tips for Graduate Schools and Summer Research Programs
    INITIATIVE: Increase representation
  6. Jan. 2022
    BiP Workshop - Strategically Planning Your Way to Success
    INITIATIVE: Increase representation
  7. March 2022
    Conference for Black Physiologists 2022
    INITIATIVE: Showcase Black excellence
  8. Oct. 2022
    Black in Physiology Week 2022
    INITIATIVE: Enhance visibility
  9. April 2023
    Conference for Black Physiologists 2023
    INITIATIVE: Showcase Black excellence
  10. Oct. 2023
    Black in Physiology Week 2023
    INITIATIVE: Enhance visibility
  11. Oct. 2024
    Black in Physiology Week 2024
    INITIATIVE: Enhance visibility

Publications

  • Jan. 2021
    Being Black in Science
    The Physiologist Magazine
  • Apr. 2021
    Black scientists gather to form communities and boost diversity in science
    Nature Medicine
  • 2022
    Being Black in Physiology
    Kidney News
  • 2024
    Tips on navigating the first year of graduate school for individuals from historically excluded backgrounds
    Am J Physiol Renal Physiol