Scientist Profile: Dr. Seele

Dr. Pernessa Seele

Dr. Pernessa Seele is the founder and CEO of Balm In Gilead, Inc.  An organization she founded 24 years ago to address the needs of those suffering with HIV/AIDS.  Dr. Seele started her career as an immunologist, but started Balm In Gilead to support people of color diagnosed with HIV at a time when other support organizations, especially churches, were rejecting them.  Her work with Balm in Gilead has been revolutionary.

You can read more about her HERE.