Welcome to illuminata podcast! Here we highlight the importance of women in agriculture and STEM. We are very proud to be part of this community and want to share with everyone the achievements and contributions of extraordinary women working in this field. We created the podcast "Illuminata" where we host women to discuss their personal path in STEM and share advice to inspire the next generation of women in agriculture.
Empowering Future STEM Leaders: The Inspiring Journey of Njeri Mwaniki and Zaidi STEM
Njeri Mwaniki, originally from Kenya, is a scientist, mother, sustainability advocate, and change agent with a deep-rooted passion for agriculture and innovation to sustain global food systems. Growing up on a farm inspired her career in science, where she now leads as the Field Agronomy Coastal Hub Lead in Field Solutions, R&D, based in St. Louis, USA. With 14 years of experience at Bayer and a Master's in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Florida, Njeri ensures the efficacy of crop protection solutions for horticultural markets. As the founder of Zaidi-STEM, Njeri empowers young African women to pursue STEM careers, breaking barriers and inspiring change. Zaidi-STEM promotes STEM in Sub-Saharan Africa, enriches local education systems, and creates mentorship opportunities with diverse professionals. Njeri’s mission is to inspire the next generation of women leaders in STEM, championing education and innovation for a sustainable future.
https://zaidistem.org/
5 Nov 2024
From Lab to Life: Navigating Career Transitions, Friendships, and Work-Life Balance | Part I
Join us as Dr Elizabeth Chapman shares her journey from working at a research center in Denmark to adapting to rural life in Germany. Elizabeth discusses the challenges of relocating, balancing work-life in new environments, and making friends post-PhD. She offers valuable advice on recognizing "green flags" in job environments, aligning personal values with career goals, and spotting potential red flags like high turnover.
Elizabeth opens up about the importance of mentorship, the role of professional networks, and her evolving approach to career planning—focusing on fulfillment over rigid plans. Tune in for insights on building a career rooted in passion and well-being.
18 Jul 2024
From peppers to partnerships: how the culinary breeding network connects organic farmers with chefs | Lane Selman
Lane's journey began on a citrus farm planted by her Sicilian great-grandparents in 1919 along Florida's space coast. After earning degrees in Agronomy (BS) and Entomology (MS) from the University of Florida, Lane transitioned to Oregon in 2000.
Currently serving as a Professor of Practice at Oregon State University, Lane has been deeply involved in collaborating with organic vegetable and grain farmers, managing research projects, and organizing outreach events since 2005. In 2011, she established the Culinary Breeding Network, uniting plant breeders, seed growers, farmers, chefs, and other stakeholders to enhance the quality of vegetables and grains.
Lane's impactful work has garnered recognition from prominent media outlets such as The New York Times, Food & Wine, and The Wall Street Journal. She was honored as #19 on the Saveur 100 list in 2020 and received the Award of Excellence for Organic Advocacy from the Oregon Organic Coalition in 2016. Currently, Lane contributes her expertise as a board member of the Portland-Bologna Sister City Association.
Residing in Portland, Oregon, Lane continues to be a driving force in advancing sustainable agriculture and fostering community connections.
https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/users/lane-selman
Culinary Breeding Network (CBN)
https://www.culinarybreedingnetwork.com/about-1
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