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Latinas in STEM Talk Careers & the Importance of Representation

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson
by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson02269
When we think about Women’s History Month, we can’t help but think of all of the Latinas — and women in general — throughout time whose incredible work has gone unacknowledged. We often have to remind ourselves that while those...
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Culture

Digame: Jessica Esquivel Talks Being a Queer Afro-Latinx in STEM

Virginia Isaad
by Virginia Isaad03681
Digame is a monthly series featuring prominent Latinx leaders, activists, entrepreneurs, and public figures uplifting the community and making a difference. Afro-Latina Dr. Jessica Esquivel is an Associate Scientist at Fermilab, a national laboratory specializing in high-energy particle physics. She...
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News and Entertainment

Honduran Scientist and Co-Creator of New Covid Vaccine Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

Virginia Isaad
by Virginia Isaad03343
Honduran microbiologist María Elena Bottazzi co-created a low-cost COVID vaccine for global use and now she’s getting major recognition for her work. She and Dr. Peter Hotez led the team at the Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital...
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Culture Lifestyle

Meet Melba Tellez: Woman in Tech, Mentor & Entrepreneur

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson
by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson04744
As a first-generation Mexican American college graduate, Melba Tellez, was lost when she started graduate school. She didn’t know anyone in her field and had no resources. In fact, she was a high school dropout, who despite all odds, had...
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News and Entertainment

Latinx Parenting, Techqueria and More Latinx Creators on Patreon

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson
by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson04925
In a time when Latinxs are working toward representation in industries like Hollywood and technology, many are taking it upon themselves to find a way to showcase their talents, educate, build community, and still make a living.  Members of the...
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Lifestyle

10 Inspiring Latinas in STEM You Need to Know About

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson
by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson014640
This Hispanic Heritage Month, as we continue to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Latinx people in America, we’re thrilled to be able to highlight some incredible individuals doing amazing work in a field we don’t hear nearly enough about....
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