She Has a Ph.D. is a podcast featuring women scientists in leadership positions. Through these conversations, we aim to share their stories and inspire the next...
Sandra Caldeira: Shaping Science from the Lab to Policy-Making
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/
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Angela Tabiri: The power of mentorship
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.
https://x.com/femafricmaths?lang=en
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/
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Angela Tabiri: Inspiring Future Generations in Mathematics
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
https://x.com/femafricmaths?lang=en
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/
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Zafira Castaño: Emotional Intelligence
In this episode of She Has a PhD, host Ana Cadete is joined by scientist and social entrepreneur Zafira Castaño to explore the vital role of emotional intelligence in leadership.
Together, they discuss why empathy is a crucial yet challenging skill for leaders, especially for women in male-dominated fields. Zafira shares her insights on navigating workplace dynamics with emotional intelligence, how to handle criticism constructively, and offers valuable advice for women looking to enhance their leadership effectiveness.
References:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2021/09/19/empathy-is-the-most-important-leadership-skill-according-to-research/?sh=7354661d3dc5
https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership
🔗 Connect with Dr. Zafira Castaño:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafiracastano/
🔗 Connect with Dr. Ana Cadete:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acadetepires/
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Zafira Castaño: Mentoring and Global Education
In this episode, host Ana Cadete sits down with Zafira Castaño, a scientist, social entrepreneur, and mom, to discuss her remarkable journey.
Zafira shares how growing up in a small town in Spain shaped her path, her decision to pursue a PhD, and how she co-founded the IMFAHE Foundation to bridge the gap between the emigrated talent and local universities.
During this conversation, Zafira provides insights on global education strategies, balancing motherhood with a demanding career, and the challenges women face in leadership roles. Tune in for inspiring advice, mentorship insights, and a peek into Zafira's work-life balance as a mother and leader in science!
IMFAHE Foundation: https://www.imfahe.org/
Healthy Growth Foundation: https://healthygrowthfoundation.org/
Books recommendations:
The first 90 days, by Michael Watkins https://www.genesisadvisers.com/the-first-90-days
The making of a manager, by Julie Zhue https://www.juliezhuo.com/book/manager.html
🔗 Connect with Dr. Zafira Castaño:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafiracastano/
🔗 Connect with Dr. Ana Cadete:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acadetepires/
She Has a Ph.D. is a podcast featuring women scientists in leadership positions. Through these conversations, we aim to share their stories and inspire the next generation of scientists to become leaders. Each guest is featured in two episodes: a long episode, where we dive into their career journey, and a short one, focused on a specific topic selected by our guest. We will bring their vision to you, from neurosciences to women’s health, diversity and inclusion to education, among others. Episodes are released bi-weekly.
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