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Women of ScientistaProgression of Profession - The Finale: The Bigger Picture with Dr. Harriet FeilotterIn today’s episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire wrap up their exploration of STEMM identity and career paths in the finale of the Progression of Profession series. Today’s guest is Dr. Harriet Feilotter - professor in the department of pathology and molecular medicine at Queen’s University and Director of the Ontario Molecular Pathology Research Network. They discuss the unexpected twists and turns of finding your career, taking opportunities and risks, incorporating passions into your job, and how all the small pieces of your path eventually come together to build your career!2022-04-0752 min
Women of ScientistaProgression of Profession - Part 3: Finding What You Love to Do in STEMM with Dr. Naomi CahillIn today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Chloe keep exploring STEMM identity and careers in the Progression of Profession series! They discuss the path to finding what you love, achieving balance, and loads of relevant career advice with Dr. Naomi Cahill, a Queen's Alumni, registered dietician, and PhD of Epidemiology!2022-02-2859 min
Women of ScientistaProgression of Profession - Part 2: Discovering your Place in STEMM with Dr. Brigitte SimmatisIn today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire, and returning guest host Chloe, continue to delve into career and identity in the Progression of Profession series! They discuss finding a career path, expectations, and identity with Dr. Brigitte Simmatis, a Queen's Alumni and PhD of Biology!2022-02-1938 min
Women of ScientistaProgression of Profession - Part 1: Beginning of a STEMM Career with Grad Reps Kassandra Coyle and Trinity VeyIn today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire, as well as a special guest host Chloe, kick of the Progression of Profession series! They discuss career path and identity with the Queen's Scientista Grad Reps, Kassandra and Trinity, who share some insights and thoughts on being at the beginning of STEMM careers!2022-01-241h 15
Women of ScientistaGet to Know Us with Claire Lipton & Kiana NaserIn today's episode of Women of Scientista, get to know the new 2021-2022 podcast hosts. Claire and Kiana discuss their journey in STEMM, aspirations, and share a little more about themselves!2021-12-0332 min
Women of ScientistaThe Journey between Medicine, Politics, & Academia with Dean of Health Sciences, Dr. PhilpottIn today’s episode of “Women of Scientista” Sarah and Danielle sit down with Dr. Philpott to discuss her experiences as a woman in STEMM. Dr. Jane Philpott is a family physician and former Minister of Health, Minister of Indigenous Services and President of the Treasury Board. She is currently the Dean of Queen’s University Faculty of Health Sciences. Her work experiences include, but is not limited to, medical education in Africa, HIV/AIDS fundraising, refugee advocacy, and addressing the social determinants of health.2021-09-1842 min
Women of ScientistaUncovering a Career in Global Health with Dr. Carpenter, MDDr. Carpenter is a physician who also has an active role in teaching. She designed and is actively involved in the Undergraduate Medicine Population and Global Health course. She is also the Advocate Lead for the UG curriculum. She is involved in the Mentorship Program and has taught Clinical Skills, Interview Skills, and the Physician Wellness curriculum in the past. At the International Level, she spent time in the Ivory Coast volunteering and completing research on HIV Education as a medical student and is now actively involved in the Pamoja Tunaweza Women’s Center and Clinic, in Moshi, Tanzania, where sh...2021-03-2847 min
Women of ScientistaPatching up the Leaky Pipeline with Dr. Ploeg, Queen's Chair of Women in EngineeringDr. Ploeg is a professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, and has been recently appointed as the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science’s Chair for Women in Engineering. She is a world-class researcher and directs the Queen’s Bone Joint Biomechanics lab. She is also a highly accomplished teacher and engineer. Her background includes advocacy, curriculum development, outreach, and in providing research opportunities for students in under-represented groups in Mechanical Engineering.
In today’s episode, Sarah and Danielle chat with Dr. Ploeg about her transition from industry to academia, her role as the Chair for Women in Eng...2021-03-2249 min
Women of ScientistaExploring Gynecologic Oncology with Sandy Vuong, the PASandy Vuong is a Canadian Certified Physician Assistant. She completed her physician assistant training at McMaster University. She is currently working in Gynecologic Oncology where she works closely with her supervising physicians to treat and manage patients with gynecologic cancer, both in out-patient clinics and assisting in the operating room. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her cat and houseplants.2021-03-1158 min
Women of Scientista“Reflecting on Our Undergrad” with Co-Directors, Alexa Fiorante and Brittany ZurkanIn today’s episode, Sarah and Danielle chat with Queen’s Scientista’s Co-Directors, Alexa Fiorante and Brittany Zurkan. The girls reminisce on their past four years at Queen’s, discussing the highs and the lows. Alexa and Brittany reveal what Scientista means to them and provide advice on navigating academics, leadership opportunities, and developing confidence throughout your undergrad.2021-02-221h 16
Women of ScientistaBridging the Gap in Sexuality Research with Trinda PennistonIn today's episode, we sit down with Trinda Penniston, a Master’s student in Social-Personality Psychology working with Dr. Meredith Chivers in the Sexuality and Gender Lab (SageLab). Her research interests include examining psychological and physiological sexual responses and the stimulus cues that trigger sexual arousal and desire, with a focus on understanding the sociocultural factors that affect sexual response and sexual functioning in queer, trans, Black, Indigenous and other people of colour (QTBIPOC). She is also keenly interested in researching sex- and gender-based violence and sexual violence trauma. For her thesis, she is examining racialized sexual attractions and sexual re...2021-01-3103 min
Women of ScientistaThe Trials and Triumphs of Engineering with Brandon Nagy and Else Høeg SundførIn today’s episode, Sarah and Danielle interview Brandon Nagy and Else Høeg Sundfør regarding their experiences as engineers in the Oil and Gas industry. Brandon is a Chemical Engineer who graduated from the University of Toronto in 2018. He is currently working as a Drilling and Measurements (D&M) Field Engineer for Schlumberger in Qatar. Else did a Bachelor of Science in Process and Gas Engineering at the Arctic University of Norway. In 2017, she graduated from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology with a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a specialty in Fluid Dynamics and Rene...2021-01-181h 08
Women of ScientistaA Conversation with our Grad Reps, Victoria Sa and Kassandra CoyleQueen's Scientista's very own Grad Reps, Victoria Sa and Kassandra Coyle, answer your questions surrounding graduate school and research. They cover topics ranging from advice on applications to how to know whether grad school is right for you. Be sure to check out the podcast recording on Facebook Watch and IGTV!2020-11-291h 18
Women of ScientistaThe Perfect Candidate with Shwetha SivakumarShwetha is a 4th year Computer Engineering and Certificate in Business Student at Queen's University. She is extremely passionate about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) along with advocating for diversity and inclusivity within the space. Through her passion, she started a non-profit organization, TOHacks, in collaboration with a recent Queen's Grad to provide opportunities for high school and post-secondary students to get exposure to the field of STEAM while building their professional network. She has interned at IBM for 28 months as a Developer Advocate and Program Manager and most recently in Summer 2020 at Microsoft as a Partner Technology...2020-11-1059 min
Women of ScientistaBeing a Girl Boss with Ampai ThammachackI am Ampai (pronounced Um-Pie). In my time at Queen’s University studying Kinesiology, I founded or co-founded three businesses, Step Above Stigma, The Glass Slipper Organization, and Lifted (profit and non-profit) that now thrive across Canada, won the Agnes Benidickson Tricolour Award, the highest award that can be given to a student for service at Queen’s, and was named one of the Top 22 Under 22 Most Inspirational College Women by Her Campus.2020-10-2150 min
Women of ScientistaDear Class of 2024 with Sarah Bahreinian & Danielle PinderYou asked and we answered! Sarah and Danielle answer questions submitted by the class of 2024, discussing everything from their favourite classes, their study strategies and note-taking techniques, to the best spots on campus to grab a bite. The girls chat about their experiences in their undergrad and provide guidance on what you should know before entering Queen’s.2020-09-2928 min
Women of ScientistaFrom Music to Medicine with Emily WilkersonEmily Wilkerson is in her 4th year of Medicine at Queen's University. She is originally from Vancouver, BC and holds her undergraduate degree in Music, with a major in Opera Performance from UBC. Following her music degree, she decided to study Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, BC, which then led her to pursue a career in medicine. Her interests lie in the humanities in medicine, palliative care and chronic pain, disability advocacy, and Family Medicine.2020-09-0833 min
Women of ScientistaGet to know us with Sarah Bahreinian & Danielle PinderIn today’s episode of Women of Scientista, get to know the new 2020-2021 podcast hosts. Sarah and Danielle discuss their journey in STEMM, aspirations, and why they decided to join Scientista.2020-08-2317 min
Women of Scientista10: The Importance of Mentorship in STEMM with Thandiwe TemboThandiwe Tembo is a Project Engineer and Community Engagement Director for Vero Power Grid Zambia. She is also the co-founder of The Maydma Foundation Zambia, in which she addresses the challenges faced by rural communities in educating children and empowering women. Thandiwe is interested in promoting clean energy access for people in rural areas of Zambia and engaging with organizations that actively empower women in the workforce. In this episode, she discusses topics ranging from the importance of female mentors in STEMM to her new experiences in Canada.2020-04-0318 min
Women of Scientista9: Family Planning in Medicine with Dawn Armstrong and Eva BruketaThe Family Planning in Medicine event was hosted by Dawn Armstrong and Eva Bruketa to address the needs of many students, clerks and residents who are unaware of how to coordinate family and career planning. This event includes a panel of parents with experience in family planning while in medicine, through all ranges of school/careers. Members of the panel are from a variety of different stages of family planning and career development. The panel answers preselected questions, pass along pearls of wisdom, tips and tricks on time management, and participate in an open Q&A at the end. Topics...2020-03-102h 13
Women of Scientista8: Paving Your Own Path with Dawn ArmstrongDawn Armstrong is a medical student at Queen's University and a mother of four. She sat down with us to discuss her non-traditional path to medical school, and the realities of balancing family life with a career in STEMM.2020-01-0913 minWomen of Scientista7: Staying Curious in STEMM with Dr. Virginia WalkerDr. Virginia Walker is a professor of Molecular Genetics at Queen's University. In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with us about the importance of curiosity in STEMM and discusses her journey in this field.2019-11-1013 minWomen of Scientista6: Balancing a Family Life in STEMM with Dr. Susan BoehnkeDr. Susan Boehnke is an assistant professor at Queen's University specializing in Neurophysiology. In this episode she offers her perspective on juggling a career in STEMM with the responsibilities of motherhood.2019-10-0415 minWomen of Scientista5: Finding Your Niche with Arlene Bautista-Oldale MSc.Arlene is a Queen’s University ‘Gael’ in and out, tentatively completing her first two degrees here in Kingston. She completed her undergraduate degree in Life Sciences with a specialization in biomedical research, and is now working towards her Master’s in Anatomical Sciences. While completing her undergrad, she worked part time as a student pharmacy assistant, giving her a foundational understanding of healthcare in a pharmacy setting. She is currently a graduate teaching assistant for Anatomy courses in the Biomedical and Molecular Sciences department, while also working as an Instructional Design Assistant for the Queen’s Bachelor of Health Sciences p...2019-03-2025 min
Women of Scientista4: The Girl SySTEM with Kathryn Hong MSc.Kathryn Hong to discuss her experiences as a woman in STEMM. Kathryn is 23 and the Founder of the Girls SySTEM Mentorship Program - a unique mentorship platform connecting girls in grades 7-12 with professional mentors in their desired STEM fields. The goal of the program is to increase women's representation in these fields by providing young girls with early, first-hand insight into the STEM workforce through workplace shadowing, diverse learning opportunities, and mentorship. The Girls SySTEM Program is rooted in her own experiences as a researcher and the role that mentorship has played in shaping her academic career. After completing...2019-02-1338 minWomen of Scientista3.5: The Qualities of a Revolutionary Woman with Dr. Leda RaptisLeda is a professor in the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences, formerly Microbiology and Immunology. She did her undergraduate degree in Greece at the Agricultural University of Athens which her grandfather founded back in 1919. In 1973, Leda came to Canada to do a Master's at McGill, then a PhD at the University of Sherbrooke in Quebec. In 1981, she received a "Centennial Fellowship" from the Medical research Council of Canada to be a postdoctoral fellow in Princeton and then at Harvard. Leda came to Queen's as an assistant professor in July of 1986. She has received several other research and teaching awards...2018-11-2144 min
Women of Scientista2: Exploring Every Avenue with Caroline Tuck PhD, BScNDCaroline is an Accredited Practising Dietitian from Melbourne, Australia. In 2017 Caroline moved to Kingston as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in the Gastrointestinal Diseases Research Unit at Queen’s University with Professor Stephen Vanner. Caroline’s research focuses on use of dietary modifications for gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. In addition to her research, Caroline has been working as a Dietitian since 2009 specializing in gastrointestinal disease and food intolerance.2018-11-0116 min
Women of Scientista1: Following your Curiosity with Jenna Finley MSc. BiologyJenna is currently pursuing her Master’s of Science in Biology. She studies plant ecology in the lab of Dr. Lonnie Aarssen whom she did her undergraduate thesis with and was subsequently offered to stay for a masters. Currently her research is looking at meristem allocation in angiosperms (wildflowers) - specifically in native or naturalized populations - which is pertinent in studying climate change and gathering more data on some invasive species.2018-10-1120 min