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The podcast airs biweekly on Mondays and is hosted by Anne Chisa, also known as Anne with an E. The show revolves around interviews with individuals involved in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) from across the globe, all united by the hashtag #AfricansInSTEM. The guests have the opportunity to share their personal stories, highlighting the "ROOT" of their science and engaging in profound conversations beyond the scientific realm. The goal is to create a premier global platform for Africans in STEM, highlighting their invaluable contributions and showcasing and humanizing their experiences. Through these conversations, we challenge stereotypes about the appearance of scientists, promote the richness of diversity within STEM fields, educate the world, and most importantly, inspire the generations to be motivated to get into science.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed by the guests in the podcast episodes do not reflect my own*
*Disclaimer: The views expressed by the guests in the podcast episodes do not reflect my own*
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In today's episode, our guest Jenalea Rajab from Lelapa AI talks about her work in reshaping the landscape of natural language processing but and championing the cause of underrepresented languages. Jenalea's transition from the field of electrical engineering to AI innovation is as intriguing as it is inspiring, offering invaluable lessons in how diverse experiences can culminate in a career that's both dynamic and impactful. LinkedIn: Jenalea RajabSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Tw...
Listen to the first episode of #AfricanWomenInAI Series with Aulan Lucrece Zahoundo, the Quantum AI expert from Benin. She gives us an exclusive look into her groundbreaking PhD work with the AIMS Institute at the University of Ghana Within the dynamic field where quantum computing meets machine learning, Aulan's story is one that breaks barriers and challenges the norm. LinkedIn: Aulan Lucrece ZahoundoSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Root...
In this episode, we are happy to have Tabitha Wangechi, a Digital Security Advocate from Kenya. She sheds light on the dark side of the internet where women are often targets to doxing, revenge pornography, and the barrage of digital harassment women face. Listen to this and more on the solutions available for digital harassment.LinkedIn: Tabitha Wangechi.Twitter: @T_WangechiSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The S...
Prepare to be moved by Asonele Kotu' s work is rewriting the narrative for young girls in Africa. Asonele Kotu from South Africa is the founder of Femconnect and a Social Impact Entrepreneur. She talks about period poverty, the transformative education Femconnect provides on menstruation and family planning and tackling the deep-rooted stigmas surrounding sex education in Africa.LinkedIn: Asonele KotuSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofs...
Our guest today is Johnmark Ochieng, a journalist and science communicator from Kenya. As a corporate communications officer at the Kenya Space Agency, he channels storytelling into his work, creating bridges between complex space science and the enchanting stories of the night sky. Join us on this intriguing conversation on how he made his way here.LinkedIn: Johnmark OchiengSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The Scienc...
As we officially launch season 5 of the Root of the Science Podcast, we engage in a very interesting conversation with Olaitan Owoyemi from Nigeria. Oloitan is an expert in medical diagnostics and science communication. In this episode, he talks about some cutting-edge medical technologies and his transformative projects that are redefining the health industry across Africa.LinkedIn: Olaitan OwoyemiTwitter: @OlaitanLiiLiiInstagram: olaoluwaotan_olaitanSupport the Show.Follow the show on:...
What is the potential of microbial fertilizers in enhancing food security and mitigating climate change effects in sub-Saharan Africa? Prof. Tavneet Suri, a Kenyan professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, brings to discussed the concept of microbial fertilizers from production, application and potential challenges. Could they potentially revolutionise traditional agricultural practices?The conversation revolves around the recent COP28 summit, the announcement of the AIM for Scale prog...
Imagine a future where global agricultural challenges are successfully conquered, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Enoch Chikava, Interim Director of Agriculture Development at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, joins us on this episode to share the foundation's strategies and partnerships designed to accelerate agricultural development and climate resilience. Enock is an expert in agricultural development from Zimbabwe. He explains the advancements being made, including the ...
What if you had to live with a rare, life-altering medical condition? Ruth Makena Mugaa, an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and founder of the Gigantomastia Foundation, faced gigantomastia and founded an organization to connect people to treatment of the rare condition. Join us as Ruth shares her personal journey and more about gigantomastia.Facebook: Ruth Makena Mugaa, Gigantomastia FoundationTwitter: Gigantomastia FoundationSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInsta...
Ever wondered about the transformative role women and youth can play in combating climate change? Listen to this compelling conversation with Innocent Deckocks from Kenya, founder of Eco-Sanctify Consultants Limited and research associate at ECAS Institute. We delve deep into climate governance and justice, youth and women participation in climate change and their essential part in shaping important decisions.Twitter: @InnoDeckocksLinkedIn: Innocent O. Deckocks OmilFacebook: Innocent Deckocks...
This is the fourth and final episode in the #STEMSolutionsAfrica series. We're thrilled to have Enya Seguin, the unit manager of the Baby Checker, a portable AI ultrasound technology that is already changing lives.Find out more about how this technology is being utilized in underserved communities in Africa, how it detects pregnancy risks, the future of Baby Checker and Enya as a speaker in the upcoming Global Grand Challenge Awards in Senegal.LinkedIn: Enya SeguinSupport the Show.Follo...
The guest today is Stephanie Okeyo, a microbiologist turned science communicator. Stephanie is originally from Kenya and currently living in Austria. Get ready to listen to the compelling journey of Stephanie in science communication, establishing Under the Microscope organization and her current quest of raising funds for her masters degree.LinkedIn: Stephanie OkeyoTwitter: @ajwangokeyo Support the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root ...
Today, we engage in a conversation with Dr. Maurine Musie, the youngest PHD holder at the University of Pretoria Nursing Department, South Africa. Her groundbreaking work as an advanced midwife specialist and lecturer at the University of Pretoria, opens up a fresh dialogue on the confluence of traditional medical wisdom and modern healthcare practices. Twitter: @MaurineMusieLinkedIn: Dr Maurine Musie, PHDFacebook: Maurine Princess MusieSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @Rooto...
The guest today is Marlene Ato from Kenya. A beacon in the field of medical psychology, Marlene takes us through the fascinating world of tele-counselling ,her passion for reproductive health advocacy and more. Twitter: @marlene_atoInstagram: @marlene_atoLinkedIn: marlene atoSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The Science PodcastFacebook: The Root of The Science Podcast LinkedIn: The Root Of The Science PodcastWebs...
This is the second episode produced under the #STEMSolutionsAfrica series. The guest today is Zameer Brey, the Interim Deputy Director for Technology Diffusion at the Gates Foundation. He gives us a rare glimpse into the backstage of technological revolutions and how AI is breaking barriers to access vital resources in developing nations and marginalized communities.Twitter: @ZameerBreyLinkedIn: Zameer BreyFacebook: Zameer BreySupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodIn...
My guest today is Nobukhosi Ndlovu originally from Zimbabwe and currently based in South Africa. She is a Pharmacist Intern and the founder of Legitmental Blog. She talks about her work, her experience during her unemployment period, the birth of Legitmental blog and more.Twitter: @nobue_khosiInstagram: @snapyescapesLinkedIn: nobhukhosi-ndlovuSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The Science PodcastFacebook: The Root of The Sci...
This is the first episode produced under the #STEMSolutionsAfrica. The guest today is Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi, an Associate Professor at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Director for the Centre for Transformative Agriculture and Food Systems. He explains the work he does in various projects , the application of the Systems Thinking Model in agriculture and more.Twitter: @TafMabhaudhiFacebook: Tafadzwanashe MabhaudhiLinkedIn: Tafadzwanashe MabhaudhiSupport the Show.Follow the show on:...
My guest today is Dr Brunette Katsandegwaza, originally from Zimbabwe and now based in Belgium. She’s an experimental infectious disease researcher at the University of Liege. in this episode, she shares about her research on helminth infections and respiratory viruses, the root of her science, the perks of being in academia, and more!Twitter: Paida@brunettekay, Facebook: Brunette Katsandegwaza NhawuLinkenIn: Brunette Katsandegwaza Support the Show.Follow the show ...
My guest is Amukelani Maluleke from South Africa. He is a PhD student in Botany and Zoology at Stellenbosch University, South Africa. In this episode, we chat about his love for photography and how it marries into his beautifully with his research work. He tells us about this work which is done on ecosystem-scale carbon dioxide, water and energy exchange. Listen to hear about this work, his ROOT of his science and more!@AmuCaptured (Twitter)@amukelani_maluleke (Instagram)Support the Sho...
My guest today is Dr Alice Mbewe from Malawi. Dr Alice is a translational science champion from Malawi, who's bridging the gap between discovery science and impactful healthcare. Tune in as she shares her science roots, academic journey & her faith-based side project called 'Fill my Cup' on Instagram. Alice T Mbewe: Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin Fillmycup_official: instagram Fill My Cup: LinkedInSupport the Show.Follow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @...
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