STEM XX
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 9 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsPodcast featuring remarkable women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)
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STEM XX 030: Student Special – Outbox Incubator
September 06, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week’s episode was recorded at the Stemette’s Outbox Incubator. Outbox Incubator was a six week program that ran this summer for girls aged 11 to 22 from around the EU. The aim of which was allow participants to meet each other, learn more about entrepreneurship and get funding for […]
STEM XX 029: Following your interest and passion with Leigh Brody
August 30, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Leigh Brody, Director of Genomic Services at Desktop Genetics. She talks about her work with CRISPR/Cas9, nanoparticles and taking responsibility for your own learning. Links and Resources Broad Institute Stemettes’ Incubator Keep in touch Twitter Intro and outro […]
STEM XX 028: Engineering and improving the human experience with Keri Collins
July 26, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Dr Keri Collins, the COaST Post Doctoral Researcher at Plymouth University. She talks about the human-powered submarine project, wave energy and sniffer bees. Links and Resources Human-powered submarine project Intro and outro music “Odyssey” Kevin MacLeod / CC BY 3.0
STEM XX 027: Making a difference through engineering with Sakthy Selvakumaran
June 21, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week’s guest is Sakthy Selvakumaran, a civil engineer. She talks about making the most of opportunities, not knowing what you want to be when you grow up and the challenges that we as a society face globally. Links and Resources Engineers Without Borders Institute of Civil Engineers […]
STEM XX 026: Mathematics and persistence with Caroline Series
June 14, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Caroline Series, a mathematician. In this episode she discusses the culture shock of studying in the US, the need for persistence in maths and the power of computing. Keep in touch Her webpage Intro and outro music “Odyssey” Kevin MacLeod / […]
STEM XX 025: Why not ChemEng with Yasmin Ali
June 07, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Yasmin Ali, a Chemical Engineer that works in Oil and Gas. She talks about engineering’s reputation, floorball and additive manufacturing. Links and Resources Why not ChemEng Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards I’m an Engineer, Get me out of here! […]
STEM XX 024: The magic of science with Monica Grady
May 31, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Monica Grady, Professor of Planetary and Space Sciences at The Open University. She talks about rocks from space, her secret ambition and the Philae lander. Keep in touch @MonicaGrady TheConversation.com Intro and outro music “Odyssey” Kevin MacLeod / CC BY 3.0
STEM XX 023: Adding pazazz with Robyn Exton
April 05, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Robyn Exton, the founder of HER. She gives us some excellent advice about starting a business, and also talks about the main differences between the tech and non-tech industries. Keep in touch Robyn’s Twitter Download the app! Facebook Twitter Instagram Intro […]
STEM XX 022: Student Special – Biomedical Engineering with Mohima and Nicola
March 29, 2015 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Interested in studying Biomedical Engineering? This week we’re joined by Mohima and Nicola, two Biomedical Engineering students. They give us some great advice about school, studying and balance. Links/Resources Apps for Good Elekta NHS Clinical Engineering Cardiac Risk in the Young Keep in touch @TheMohima95 Mohima’s Facebook […]
STEM XX 021: Embracing your passion for engineering with Claire Gott
March 16, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Thinking about starting your own charity? This week’s guest Claire Gott a Design Package Manager did – all whilst she was at university! Links/Resources Green Construction Board Institution of Civil Engineers Keep in touch @ClaireLGott Cameroon Catalyst Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC […]
STEM XX 020: The information age with Tilly Blyth
March 09, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Tilly Blyth the lead curator of the information age. We talk about technology, the future and women at the Science Museum. Links/Resources Information Age Keep in touch Science Museum @tillyblyth Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA […]
STEM XX 019: Understanding the error message with Katrina Owen
March 02, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Katrina Owen, a software developer. Links/Resources Keep in touch exercism.io kytrinyx.com Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 018: The advantages of apprenticeships with Samantha Thompson
February 23, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Can/could you afford to buy your own home at 20? This week’s guest, Samantha Thomspson, a project engineer at Doosan Babcock could. Listen to this episode for more information. Links/Resources Doosan Babcock Apprenticeships More about Apprenticeships Not Going To Uni Apprenticeships Keep in touch [email protected] Intro […]
STEM XX 017: Relatable role models with Miriam Keshani
February 16, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Chief Happiness Officer? Listen to this episode with Miriam Keshani to find out more about her job title at Sparrho. We also talk about moving from academia to start-ups, and GAP years. Links/Resources Nuffield Science Bursary Scheme UCL Make Space Sparrho Stemettes Keep in touch [email protected] @MimiKeshani […]
STEM XX 016: Engineering and learning from nature with Carmen Torres-Sánchez
February 09, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Carmen Torres-Sánchez a Senior Lecturer and Mechanical Engineer. We talk about the power of positive thinking, biomimicry and the importance of multidisciplinary engineering. Keep in touch @carmentorres carmentorressanchez.wordpress.com Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 015: The benefits of work placements with Sheree Atcheson
February 02, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Sheree Atcheson a software engineer and founder of Women Who Code UK. We talk about work placements, balancing and Women Who Code. Keep in touch [email protected] @nirushika Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 014: Changing the face of gaming with Naomi Ladizinsky
January 05, 2015 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes We are joined by Naomi Ladizinsky, the Creative Director and Chief Creative Officer at Nix Hydra. We talk about gaming, Jurassic Park and how she got her first job off of Craigslist? Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 013: Biology and learning to fail with Fiona Watt
December 29, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Professor Fiona Watt, a cell biologist. We talk about university, the smell of the chemistry lab and the impostor syndrome. Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 012: Solar space missions and family life with Helen Mason
December 22, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Dr Helen Mason, a solar scientist. We talk about her OBE, Italy and solar space physics. Keep in touch Sun|trek Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 011: Science and the courage of your convictions with Eleanor Campbell
December 15, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes What is it like to work in Germany, Sweden and Scotland? Listen to this episode with Eleanor Campbell, a Chemical Physicist, for the answer. Keep in touch Webpage Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 010: Student Special
December 08, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week I decided to mix it up a bit and interviewed three students. We talked about applying to university, the education system, confusion, careers advice and GAP years. Keep in touch Ugo’s twitter Janhavi’s twitter Sophie’s tumblr Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA […]
STEM XX 009: Black holes, gravity and persistence with Ruth Gregory
December 01, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by theoretical physicist Professor Ruth Gregory. We talk about discrete spacetime, the Gregory-Laflamme instability, black holes and so much more. Keep in touch Durham page Perimeter Institute page Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 008: Turning your GCSE project into a company with Ruth Amos
November 24, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes This week we are joined by Ruth Amos, the managing director of StairSteady. We talk about inventing, engineering and asking your friends for money. Keep in touch StairSteady Ruth’s website @RuthAmos Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 007: Mathematics and the importance of being direct with Rosemary Bailey
November 17, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Professor Rosemary Bailey, a statistician and pure mathematician. We talk about Sudoku’s, how stubbornness can be an asset and why you should be direct. Links/Resources Keep in touch Queen Mary page St Andrews page Intro and outro music Step […]
STEM XX 006: Pizza, studying and India with Kameswarie Nunna
November 10, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Kameswarie Nunna, an applications engineer at MathWorks, my friend Janhavi and I went to Pizza Express where we talked about the differences between studying in England and studying in India. Links/Resources Surely You’re Joking Mr Feynman! Keep in touch Kameswarie’s Facebook Janhavi’s Facebook Intro and outro […]
STEM XX 005: Technology, immigration and disconnecting with Josephine Goube
November 03, 2014 00:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we are joined by Joesphine Goube the head of Migreat. We talk about how technology can be used with immigration and the importance of disconnecting. Keep in touch @josephinegoube Migreat Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 004: Soapboxes, soap operas and science with Seirian Sumner
October 26, 2014 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In this episode we talk about wasps, and why you should love them with Dr Seirian Sumner, an evolutionary biologist and behavioural ecologist. Keep in touch @SoapboxScience @WaspWoman Sumner Lab Soapbox Science Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 003: Getting girls into STEM with Anne-Marie Imafidon
October 19, 2014 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes What does a child genius, little red riding hood and New York have in common? Answer: Today’s guest Anne-Marie Imafidon, listen to find out more. Keep in touch @aimafidon @Stemettes @StudentStemette Email: [email protected] Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 002: Divorce, startups and too much productivity with Sheri Atwood
October 12, 2014 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes Can you lose your job for being too productive? Listen to this interview with CEO and founder of Support Pay Sheri Atwood for the answer. Links/Resources Support Pay Keep in touch @sheriatwood @SupportPayApp Facebook Intro and outro music Step On (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0
STEM XX 001: Mental health, university and engineering with Camilla Nicholson
October 05, 2014 23:00Download | SoundCloud | iTunes In the first episode of STEM XX we are joined by Camilla Nicholson a graduate engineer at Atkins Global. We talk about mental health, post 18 choices and the vagina monologues!? Links/Resources The Londonderry Peace Bridge Intelligent Space The Panama Canal Keep in touch @camillanich Intro […]