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Board of Directors & Advisors

Meet the dedicated leaders who guide our mission to empower the next generation of African scientists through strategic vision and governance.

Our Board Members

Each board member brings unique expertise and commitment to advancing science across Africa through strategic leadership and governance.

BRUCE WALKER, MD

BRUCE WALKER, MD

Founding Director of the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT and Harvard
FASF Board Chair
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Harvey Lodish

Harvey Lodish

Professor of Biology and Biological Engineering at MIT; Founding Member, Whitehead Institute
FASF Director
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Elizabeth Marincola

Elizabeth Marincola

Senior Advisor for Science Communications and Advocacy at the Science for Africa Foundation
FASF Director
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Yemi Onakunle

Yemi Onakunle

CEO & Founder of MabSwitch
FASF Director
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Wade Zamechek

Wade Zamechek

Vice President of Development at the African Leadership Academy
FASF Director
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Thi Nguyen

Thi Nguyen

Educator and Storytelling Coach for scientists
FASF Advisor
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DON ETEGHWIA

DON ETEGHWIA

Ambassador of the AfricaBerlin Network
FASF Advisor
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Martin Spitaler

Martin Spitaler

Head of the Imaging Facility at Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry
FASF Advisor
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Support Our Mission as an Advisor or Connector

We welcome individuals and organizations who can help amplify our impact through strategic guidance, network connections, or specialized expertise. Your support helps us navigate complex challenges and expand our reach across Africa.

Strategic Guidance

Provide insights on program development and scientific direction

Network Building

Connect us with potential partners, funders, and experts

Capacity Support

Offer specialized skills or resources to strengthen our operations

Interested in supporting FASF as an advisor, connector, or supporter? We'd love to explore how your expertise could help advance African science.

BRUCE WALKER, MD

Founding Director of the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT and Harvard
Physician-Scientist and T Cell Immunologist

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