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You may have heard this latest speculation that Data is the new oil. These days, it’s not just about having lots of data, except you have a good question to answer or a solution to proffer. Data science is the … Continue reading →

A woman is generally a protector, disciplinarian and friend. She is usually a selfless and loving individual who often sacrifice many of her wants and needs for the wants and needs of her children. A woman works hard to make … Continue reading →

by Seirian Sumner and Nathalie Pettorelli We were deeply saddened to hear that Georgina Mace passed away at the weekend. Georgina has a firm place on any list of influential women in science, and will be remembered as one of … Continue reading →

 “I am a bit nervous, and only used to giving lectures. How can I share my science with everyday people who are not scientists?”  by Elsie Adaobi Chidebe, Tochukwu Ozulumba, Orode V U Aniejurengho  Soapbox Science Lagos (November Team)  At one of our 2020 online speaker training … Continue reading →

Dr. Kris Poduska, Memorial University of NewfoundlandSoapbox Science talk title: How light unlocks mysteries of the natural world I’ve always been curious about how things work, and I’ve always loved solving puzzles. When I was an undergraduate student, I tried … Continue reading →

Julie Turner, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Michigan State University Soapbox Science talk title: Hyenas aren’t the enemy: insight into their lives, personalities, and social behavior To me, relationships are one of the most fascinating aspects of my work. I’ve … Continue reading →

Katrien Kingdon, PhD Student – Memorial University of Newfoundland Soapbox Science talk title: “The whereabouts of wolves: The importance of predators in our landscapes” Q: What, or who, inspired you to get a career in science? My inspiration for a career … Continue reading →

Ashley Noseworthy, Edgewise Environmental / Course Instructor at MUN Soapbox Science talk title: How to speak Whale Q: What are you most proud of and/or what have you learned from doing research/ maintaining your business- especially during the pandemic?   There … Continue reading →

My name is Shreyasi Sarkar, I’m a PhD candidate in Biochemistry at Memorial University of Newfoundland and my project title is:  Missing pieces to the diet-microbiota-health puzzle. Q: How did you get to your current position? A: Always wanting to be … Continue reading →

My name is Diana De Carvalho. I am an assistant professor in the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and I study what happens to our backs when we bend forward or sit. I’ve always been interested in … Continue reading →