She Has a PhD

In this special episode ofShe Has a PhD, hosts Isabel Castanho and Ana Cadete, founder of The Non-Conformist Scientist, reflect on an incredible year of growth, leadership, and impact as they celebrate theInternational Day of Women and Girls in Science.
As co-hosts of Season 1 and leaders in STEM, Isabel and Ana revisit the highlights of the season, discuss the lessons they’ve learned as scientists, mentors, and leaders, and open up about the challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with ambitious careers.
Together, they explore the power of mentorship, the importance of peer support, and the journey ofThe Non-Conformist Scientist- from an idea to a global community empowering scientists. Plus, they share an exciting preview of what’s ahead in 2025, including new initiatives, events, and the much-anticipated Season 2 of She Has a PhD!
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In this special short episode of She Has a PhD, host Inês Veiga sits down once again with Sandra Caldeira, Head of the Disease Prevention Unit at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre. Sandra shares insights into her team’s current projects in disease prevention and public health policy, the real-world impact of their work, and how science drives effective policy-making.

Discover the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of public health, as well as Sandra’s thoughts on emerging trends that could revolutionize the field.

🎧 Tune in for a concise yet thought-provoking discussion with one of science policy's most inspiring leaders!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scaldeira/

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In this episode of She Has a PhD, host Inês Veiga welcomes Sandra Caldeira, Head of the Disease Prevention Unit at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre. From growing up in Santarém, Portugal, with a fascination for health and viruses, to conducting groundbreaking research on the human papillomavirus in Heidelberg and navigating postdoctoral challenges at Stanford, Sandra's journey is one of resilience and boundless curiosity.

Sandra shares how her love for writing led her to a career in scientific editing at EMBO and how an interview sparked her transition into science policy-making. Tune in to hear Sandra's reflections on leadership, optimism, and the role of science in shaping a better future. Don’t miss her advice for young women in science and her vision for tackling global challenges like cancer and climate change.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired by Sandra’s incredible journey from the lab to policy-making!

 🔗 Connect with Sandra Caldeira

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scaldeira/

🔗 Connect with Inês Veiga

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ines-veigaa/

In this episode of She Has a PhD, host Rita Ramalhete is joined by Dr Angela Tabiri, an mathematician inspiring young girls and women in Africa.

In this brief episode, Angela shares insights on the power of mentorship and networking. Discover practical tips for building meaningful connections and maintaining relationships to support personal and professional growth.

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AIMS: https://aims.edu.gh/researcher/angela-tabiri/

 🔗 Connect with Angela Tabiri

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-tabiri-phd-13a93257/?originalSubdomain=gh

🔗 Connect with Rita Ramalhete

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In this episode, host Rita Ramalhete speaks with Angela Tabiri, an inspirational scientist making an impact and raising enthusiasm for the world of Mathematics 

Angela reflects on how moving abroad has been transformative for her development, emphasizing the value of a supportive network and the crucial role of mentorship throughout her journey.  

Committed to promoting STEM education for African women and girls, Angela founded Femafricmaths, an NGO aimed at inspiring young African women to pursue mathematics and science careers. 

#mathsqueen #GirlsDoMath

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https://www.instagram.com/femafricmaths/

AIMS: https://aims.edu.gh/researcher/angela-tabiri/

 🔗 Connect with Angela Tabiri

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-tabiri-phd-13a93257/?originalSubdomain=gh

🔗 Connect with Rita Ramalhete

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritaramalhete/