Hadiyah-Nicole Green is a medical physicist recognized for her groundbreaking work in developing a laser-activated nanoparticle method for cancer treatment.
In her research, she collaborates closely with medical laboratory professionals, who play a crucial role in conducting tests.
In 2018, Green was honored with the Professional Achievement in Industry Award at the Women of Color STEM Conference.
In an interview with Women of Color magazine, Green shared that her dedication to eradicating cancer stemmed from the personal impact of the disease on her aunt and uncle, who raised her.
With three degrees in physics, Green has leveraged her expertise to pioneer cancer treatments using lasers, nanoparticles, and nanotechnology, specializing in nanotechnology, immunotherapy, and precision medicine.
During her acceptance speech at the Women of Color Awards Gala, Green remarked, "A satellite in outer space can discern if a dime on the ground is face up or face down, yet we can't halt cancer in its tracks."
She also highlighted her achievement of developing nanoparticle-based technology, capable of eliminating tumors in mice within fifteen days following a single treatment, with no observed side effects.
Notably, she received a $1.1 million grant from the Department of Veteran Affairs for this work.
Green's non-profit, the Ora Lee Smith Cancer Research Foundation (URL: www.OraLee.org), named in honor of her late aunt, is committed to delivering accessible, affordable, and effective cancer treatment.
Her revolutionary technology, which employs lasers and nanotechnology, has shown promise in effectively eliminating cancer in mice within 15 days with only one treatment, exhibiting no observed side effects.
Her organization is poised to initiate human clinical trials within 12 months of achieving their initial fundraising goal of $10 million, aimed at saving a portion of the 8.8 million people who succumb to cancer annually.
