Dr. Safiatou Coulibaly

Dr. Safiatou Coulibaly is a molecular biologist and cancer genetics researcher committed to advancing precision medicine and reducing health inequalities in Africa. She currently coordinates the Genetics and Cancer Laboratory at the Institut Pasteur in Côte d’Ivoire, where she works to expand access to genetic testing and targeted cancer therapies. Her research explores genetic and biological factors influencing cancers such as colorectal, prostate, and breast cancer.

Earlier in her career, she contributed to molecular oncology research at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) in Strasbourg, focusing on genetic strategies to enhance cancer treatment responses. With a multidisciplinary background that also includes social work, Dr. Coulibaly advocates for greater representation of African scientists and improved research resources in Francophone Africa.