Over 50 classrooms, one mission: igniting curiosity on #DNADay! 🧬 Thrilled to have Illumina volunteers bring the wonders of genomics to San Diego schools through in-person career chats. Together, we're nurturing the next generation of scientists, one classroom at a time! #Genomics4All
Great experience. Nothing beats exchanging with those bright and talented students. That's enriching and humbling. 3rd year in a row. Can't wait for next year. Personal goal : Getting more of my team membersrs to join
Such an incredible show of community support and commitment from Illumina. Huge shout out to Vanessa Light, Erica Gonzalez, and Dolores Flores for all the behind-the-scenes work to make this program such a success!
Meet Divya Mishra, a member of our Early Career Scientist Career Development Subcommittee 👋 Learn about Divya's #research interests, hopes to #mentor and support aspiring #scientists, and thoughts on the value of effective #sciencecommunication and thinking outside the box, goals as a #leader in this role, & more! Read the interview in Genes to Genomes: https://buff.ly/3OqY9n2
Today marks my 5-year anniversary since joining JPL for a postdoctoral fellowship turned data scientist role. What a journey it has been. JPL is an amazing place, best in class, and truly unique in the world. It's a blend of research and practical application, where we design state-of-the-art technology with a direct path to mission implementation.
Collaborating with an incredible team of highly motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds—applied mathematicians, statisticians, computer scientists, engineers, and scientists—has profoundly shaped my perspective on the potential of remote sensing measurements. Over these five years, I have delved into the science and mathematics of atmospheric correction and application algorithms for #Mineralogy, #Soil, and #Fire risk estimation from vegetation trait algorithms for imaging spectroscopy. I contributed to the #EMIT mission and developed and implemented the 'shape from spectra' concept, enabling us to derive surface topography from radiance.
If there's one lesson I've learned, it's that focus, hard work, and strong will can take you far beyond what you think is possible at any given point. Special thanks to Dr. David Ray Thompson, my postdoc advisor and now friend and colleague, for his help and vision.
In JPL's spirit - Dare Mighty Things, Together.
#JPL#Anniversary#DataScience#Innovation#MissionImplementation#DareMightyThings#CareerJourney#ImagingSpectroscopy#Hyperspectral#RemoteSensing
This article in the journal Science documents how grad students and scientists early in their careers are demanding better pay and benefits- unlike those who came before them. https://lnkd.in/e-uCajBA#science#gradstudents
Happy STEM Day to all the curious minds out there! 🧪
Today, we celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math and how these fields shape our future.
From building bridges to exploring genetics, STEM is the foundation of innovation.
Let's nurture our future leaders, thinkers, and problem-solvers!
#ScienceAndTechnology#Innovation#Engineering#Medicine#DigitalTransformation
An Excellent Guide and pieces of Advice for early career Researchers:
Giving Shape to a Meaningful and Fulfilling Career in Science: Some No‐Nonsense Advice - By Kamini Singha
Worth Reading 🤔
https://lnkd.in/gsxrrn95
Happy New Year, science enthusiasts! Are you excited to explore more in science in 2024? With Science Near Me, you can easily find science-related activities and projects taking place in your neighborhood. It doesn't matter what your area of interest is, Science Near Me offers something for every learner of every age. Find your next opportunity to delve deeper into the world of STEM this year at sciencenearme.org.
#sciencenearme#citizenscience
In a world where young minds are brimming with questions about life, about finding not just answers but paths that lead to answers. This is the world I-GENE Life Science Foundation dreams of, and it all began with an idea: the burning desire to illuminate the path of the next generation in life science.
Last year, that idea materialised. Driven by a passion to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and youthful potential, I co-founded I-GENE Life Science Foundation . We aren't just another foundation; we are a movement, one with the sole purpose of changing the narratives of life science in the younger generation of Nigeria and the world at large.
Because the hope for a brighter tomorrow isn't a distant dream; it's the harvest of the seeds we plant today. I-GENE, like a dedicated gardener, sows the seeds of knowledge, cultivates curiosity, and guides young scientists toward the sun. We believe that when we equip them with the right tools, the right questions, and the right spark – we empower them to take the right steps, not just for their success, but for the betterment of our world through career talks, interactive webinars, and vibrant science fairs,
Like it's always said, "the journey of a thousand miles begin with a step"
We've taken the first step, many more are yet to be taken.
Witnessing wonder one banana peel at a time: Inspiring tomorrow's scientists at Let It Shine Academy!
Making a difference in the world of science starts small, with bright eyes brimming with curiosity. That's why we hosted our first-ever science fair at Let It Shine Academy (LISA), and the energy was electric! ✨
Our budding scientists dove headfirst into the fascinating world of life science, embarking on a quest to extract DNA from everyone's favourite potassium-packed fruit: the banana!
From mashing mushy banana pulp to marveling at the tiny threads of life under microscopes, the excitement was palpable. Each step, each giggle, each "Woah!" moment reaffirmed our belief: igniting a passion for science in young minds is worth every ounce of effort.
Because who knows? Tomorrow's groundbreaking discoveries, life-saving innovations, and world-changing solutions might just be born from a simple banana and a spark of wonder in a young scientist's eye. And we wouldn't have it any other way!
What was your favourite/first science experiment as a kid? Lets read it on the comment section 👇🏾👇🏾
#ScienceFair#LISA#FutureScientists#DNAExtraction#MakingADifference#STEMEducation#science#cell
Kudos to all the volunteers for making a meaningful impact on the future of science! 🔬