Allan P.

Allan is a PhD-trained biologist and educator at Regis High School, leveraging 12 years of biotechnology research at firms like Vertex Pharmaceuticals to enrich his teaching. He earned his PhD from Rockefeller University and is described by peers as organized, knowledgeable, and a skilled scientific leader. He is passionate about translating complex scientific concepts for the next generation of scientists.

Allan is deeply involved in student mentorship, serving as the moderator for the Black Student Union-Heritage, the Science Olympiad, and the Medical Science Club. He is also a board member at STEMteachersNYC, where he organizes and leads learning communities and workshops for fellow educators, demonstrating a strong commitment to community and professional development within the STEM field.

Unique fact: Allan transitioned from a successful career developing treatments for rare genetic diseases in the biotech industry to become a high school science teacher.