Sakinah Ali

Research Fellowship
Howard University
Washington, DC 20059

Sakinah Ali is a dedicated neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and community advocate whose career bridges cutting-edge neuroscience with patient-centered care. She holds a B.S. in Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience from The Ohio State University, specializing in Transplantable Biocircuits, and is currently a fellow in the Molecular Imaging Lab at Howard University. With over five years of experience in healthcare—including roles as a certified nursing assistant, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) technician, and neurosurgery clinical application consultant—Sakinah has consistently focused on translating scientific innovation into meaningful outcomes for patients and communities.

Beyond her scientific work, Sakinah is the CEO of her own consulting business, where she leverages her expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills to deliver tailored solutions and make neuroscience accessible to diverse audiences. Her entrepreneurial spirit is complemented by a history of impactful community engagement, from organizing scholarship programs and mentorship initiatives to spearheading charitable drives that support underserved populations.

Sakinah’s professional journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to lifelong learning. After navigating personal health challenges, she embraced entrepreneurship and continued to build her expertise in biomedical innovation while mentoring others in peak performance and resilience. With a passion for giving back and fostering meaningful connections, Sakinah is committed to advancing neuroscience, empowering others, and creating tangible change from the bench to the bedside.

• Aseptic Surgery
• Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research
• Basic Life Support
• EdX Verified Certificate for Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management
• End of Life Care
• Women in Entrepreneurship
• Peak Performance

• Columbus State University
• The Ohio State University- B.A.Sc.

• Clinics TMS Society
• National Society of Black Physicians Assistants

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What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to a combination of curiosity, perseverance, and a deep commitment to serving my community. My experiences—from working as a CNA to consulting in neurosurgery and now researching transplantable biocircuits—have taught me the value of translating knowledge into real-world impact, while pursuing what I love keeps me motivated every step of the way.

Locations

Howard University

Washington, DC 20059

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