Tag: Women in STEM
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Shana Brown: A rare blend of rocket science and rhythm
Meet the multi-hyphenate: a rocket scientist with a songwriter’s heart Concordia engineering student and Whiteway, Newfoundland native Shana Brown embodies a rare fusion of science and art. As a co-leader of Space Concordia’s Rocketry Division and a musician who weaves folk, pop, and country into her songs, Brown proves that curiosity, discipline, and creativity can…
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Elvira Fortunato: The Portuguese Scientist Driving Paper Transistor Innovation
Introduction: a scientist with science at heart Elvira Fortunato is widely regarded as one of Portugal’s most respected researchers in the field of materials engineering. Her work sits at the intersection of chemistry, physics, and engineering, where she explores how everyday materials can become the building blocks for intelligent devices. Alongside her collaborator and life…
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James Dyson Award 2025: Meet Two Young Women Solving Diabetes and Cervical Cancer Pain Points
A Bold Notion: Designing for Real-World Health Challenges The James Dyson Award 2025 shines a light on designers who translate ideas into practical devices, services, and systems. Two young women, from diverse backgrounds, have taken on health challenges that affect millions worldwide: diabetes management and cervical cancer screening. They aren’t doctors and haven’t spent years…
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James Dyson Award 2025: Meet two young women solving the pain points of diabetes and cervical cancer
James Dyson Award 2025 spotlights bold design-led solutions in health care The James Dyson Award has long celebrated engineering minds that turn complex problems into practical tools. In 2025, the spotlight falls on two remarkable early-career designers, Zoey Chan and Gunika Jain, who are tackling two of the world’s most persistent health challenges: diabetes and…
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Space research could help Australia manage bushfires and floods, says Australia’s first female astronaut
Australia’s first female astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, is championing the idea that studying space isn’t just about rockets and stars — it’s a practical tool for managing Earthly risks. In her early months with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and as the Australian Space Agency’s director of space technology, Bennell-Pegg argues that space initiatives should…
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Dr. Aparajita Singh: Pioneer of Innovation Honored by NASA
Introduction to Dr. Aparajita Singh Dr. Aparajita Singh, an esteemed researcher from Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, has made headlines as she becomes the first Indian woman to receive a prestigious accolade from NASA. Her name will be inscribed on a microchip that will orbit the Moon as part of the Artemis 2 mission. This honor is…
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Dr. Aparajita Singh: An Inspiration Honored by NASA
Meet Dr. Aparajita Singh: A Trailblazer in Space Innovation In a groundbreaking recognition, Dr. Aparajita Singh from Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, has made history by having her name honored by NASA’s Artemis program. This prestigious accolade highlights her exceptional contributions to space exploration, as her name will be inscribed on a microchip destined to orbit the…