Miranda Steele, a leading scientist at Keenova, has been a top scientist at the company for over 20 years and a manager of process chemistry at the intersection of research, manufacturing, and patient impact. Her work involves developing pharmaceuticals and therapeutics for patients. Her primary goal is to improve access to care by reducing timelines, raw material costs, and improving patient outcomes. Despite initially intending to become a physician, Steele's early ambitions were influenced by her desire to serve the needs and disparities within her own home and community. She is also a mentor, educator, and advocate for young people who may not see themselves reflected in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Her commitment to health equity also extends beyond the lab.