helping society

Focus on Innovation

You Matter in 2013: Encourage Innovation

Let me remind you how much you matter. This may not be easy for many of you to believe. In theory, the “optimistic” personality classification supposedly falls on approximately 11% of the population in the U.S. There’s a good chance you’re surrounded by the 89% – but don’t despair! You can still achieve your dreams by […]

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Join Together against Gun Violence

A warm-hearted thank you goes out to everyone who responded to my last blog post. It touches my heart that so many of you care in the same ways I do, and I greatly appreciate the passion and concern that was expressed.   Join Together   If you’re just joining the conversation, that’s great too! […]

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Are We Doing All that We Can Do?

The devastating loss of the lives of 20 innocent children and eight adults in Newtown, Connecticut is one of the most tragic and heartbreaking events in the recent history of our nation. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families enduring this senseless and horrific incident. As I listened to the President’s comments and statement that, “We’re […]

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Women who ROAR!

I have the pleasure of meeting amazing STEM professionals across the U.S., China, Romania, Spain and many other countries I travel to as a researcher, keynote speaker, and technical advisor. Sometimes, I’m the only woman in the room. When I’m not, I always try to connect with the other female professionals. I am very fortunate […]

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