The Root Of The Science Podcast
By Anne Chisa
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The podcast airs biweekly on Mondays and is hosted by Anne Chisa, also known as Anne with an E. The show revolves around interviews with individuals involved in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) from across the globe, all united by the hashtag #AfricansInSTEM. The guests have the opportunity to share their personal stories, highlighting the "ROOT" of their science and engaging in profound conversations beyond the scientific realm. The goal is to create a premier global platform for Africans in STEM, highlighting their invaluable contributions and showcasing and humanizing their experiences. Through these conversations, we challenge stereotypes about the appearance of scientists, promote the richness of diversity within STEM fields, educate the world, and most importantly, inspire the generations to be motivated to get into science. *Disclaimer: The views expressed by the guests in the podcast episodes do not reflect my own*
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EP 166: Dr Karl Daniel, Telemedicine as a New Approach to Healthcare Access in Kenya
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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EP 165: Maboang Matlou, The Miracle Tree: Transforming Agriculture with Moringa
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Sep 14, 2025 |
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EP 164: Dr. Keabetswe Ncube, Achieving Sustainability in Agriculture through Genetics
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Aug 25, 2025 |
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EP 163: How Aid Cuts Affect Patients, Research and Jobs in Africa
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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EP 162: Emmanuel Valentine, Making High-Tech Farming like Hydroponics Affordable for All
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Jul 13, 2025 |
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EP 161: Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, From Soweto to National Geographic, Tracing Human Origins
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Jun 29, 2025 |
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EP 160: Future Women Innovators, meet the Dream STEM Technovation Summit Winners
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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EP 158: Dr Okechinyere Achilonu, Biostatistics as the Backbone of Health Research in Africa
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Jun 01, 2025 |
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May Root of Science News Roundup
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May 18, 2025 |
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EP 158: The Role of African Podcasters in Science Communication
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May 13, 2025 |
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EP 157: Bongiwe Mtshali, Turning Invasive Plant Species into Renewable Energy
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Apr 27, 2025 |
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EP 156: Dr. Rachel Mkandawire, the Woman Agricultural Scientist Reshaping Policy in Africa
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Apr 06, 2025 |
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EP 155: Prof Lee Fairlie, M72 Vaccine Trial in South Africa: A New Era in TB Treatment
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Mar 23, 2025 |
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EP 154: Prof Kennedy Dzama, Rethinking Food Systems to Combat Hunger in Southern Africa
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Mar 16, 2025 |
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EP 153: Dr Charles Takalana, How Africa is Reclaiming Its Place in Global Astronomy
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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EP 152: Anne Chisa, Our Journey and Our Future in STEM Communication
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Feb 03, 2025 |
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EP 151: Anne Chisa and Joy Owango, Amplifying Africans in STEM and African Research
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Jan 19, 2025 |
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EP 150: The Race Against Time: Progress, Challenges and the Road Ahead in the Fight against Malaria
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Dec 15, 2024 |
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EP 149: Dorcas Jelagat Tuitoek exploring Industrial Decarbonization and Green Technologies as Climate Solutions
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Dec 08, 2024 |
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EP 148: Sabine Mensah, The Role of Digital Public Infrastructure in Advancing Healthcare Services
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Nov 24, 2024 |
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EP 147: Tabita Ntuli, Health Hacks for Her
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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EP 146: Dream Again, Celebrating the Future of African Women in STEM
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Oct 28, 2024 |
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EP 145: Neil Watkins unpacking 'The Goalkeepers Report: Tackling Global Malnutrition'
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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EP 144: Tamuda Chimhanda, Unmasking Online Scams
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Sep 08, 2024 |
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EP 143: Dr. Cornelia Ndifon, The HPV Vaccine and the Future of Women’s Health
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Aug 25, 2024 |
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EP 142: Asante Chisa, Improving Healthcare through Innovation
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Aug 11, 2024 |
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EP 141: Dr. Nihinlola Mabogunje, on Years of Service as a Polio Vaccine Champion in Nigeria
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Jul 22, 2024 |
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EP 140: Dr. Samuel Usman, on Key Polio Eradication Strategies in Nigeria
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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EP 139: Dr. Samuel Usman, on Polio, The Polio Vaccine and Polio Eradication Challenges in Nigeria
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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EP 138: Treezer Michelle Atieno, The Importance of Health and Science Communication
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Jul 01, 2024 |
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EP 137: Nthabiseng Dhlamini, From Human Genetics to Sustainable Forestry
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Jun 17, 2024 |
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Anne Chisa, Official Launch of Root of Science Media
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May 20, 2024 |
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EP 136: Jenalea Rajab,Championing Linguistic Diversity and Inclusion in AI
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Apr 21, 2024 |
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EP 135: Aulan Lucrece Zahoundo, Quantum Computing and Quantum Machine Learning
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Mar 18, 2024 |
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EP 134: Tabitha Wangechi, Championing for a Harassment-Free Cyber Experience for Women
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Feb 26, 2024 |
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EP 133: Asonele Kotu, Tackling Period Poverty and Empowering African Girls
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Feb 11, 2024 |
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EP 132: Johnmark Ochieng, A Storyteller's Guide to the Galaxy
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Jan 28, 2024 |
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EP 131: Olaitan Owoyemi, Shaping the Future of Healthcare in Africa
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Jan 14, 2024 |
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EP 130: Prof Tavneet Suri, Food Security and Climate Resilience using Microbial Fertilizers
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Dec 17, 2023 |
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EP 129: Enock Chikava, Strategies for a Climate Resilient Future in Agriculture
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Dec 04, 2023 |
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EP 128: Ruth Makena Mugaa, Journey with Gigantomastia and Founding Gigantomastia Foundation
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Nov 20, 2023 |
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EP 127: Innocent Deckocks, Women, Youth, and the Pursuit of Climate Justice
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Nov 06, 2023 |
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Recap of the #STEMSolutionsAfrica Series
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Oct 22, 2023 |
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EP 126: Baby Checker, AI Solution for Maternal Health with Enya Seguin
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Oct 08, 2023 |
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EP 125:Stephanie Okeyo, Science Communicator and Engager
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Sep 17, 2023 |
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Trailer of #STEMsolutionsStories
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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EP 124:The Intersection of Traditional Knowledge and Modern Maternal Healthcare in Africa with Dr. Maurine Musie
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Sep 03, 2023 |
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EP 123: Marlene Ato, Medical Psychologist & a Reproductive Health Advocate
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Aug 20, 2023 |
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EP 122: Advancing Equality through AI and Cutting-Edge Technologies with Zameer Brey
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Aug 06, 2023 |
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EP 121: Nobukhosi Ndlovu, Pharmacist Intern & Founder Legitmental Blog
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Jul 23, 2023 |
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EP 120: Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture Amid The Climate Change Crisis with Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi
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Jul 09, 2023 |
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EP 119: Dr Brunette Katsandegwaza - Experimental Infectious Disease Researcher
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May 16, 2023 |
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EP 118 : Amukelani Maluleke - PhD Student in Botany & Zoology
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May 01, 2023 |
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EP 117: Dr Alice Mbewe- Translational Scientist & Founder of Fill My Cup
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Apr 17, 2023 |
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EP 116:Gwana Jusline Akoh - Computer Engineering Student
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Mar 13, 2023 |
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EP 115: Dr Justina Onumah- Senior Research Scientist
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Feb 26, 2023 |
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EP 114: Talita Turvey - Msc Student in Medicinal Plant Science
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Feb 14, 2023 |
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EP 113: Nkosi Sithole- Master Student in Environment and Sustainable Education
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Jan 30, 2023 |
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EP 112: Moloko Moshokoa an MSc Student in Chemical Technology
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Jan 16, 2023 |
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EP 111: Season 3 Finale: Science For All Students of Malawi Liverpool Welcome Program
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Dec 11, 2022 |
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EP 110: Puseletso Manyaka-Lesofe- Medical Biological Scientist
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Dec 04, 2022 |
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EP 109:Thando Mazomba- MSc Graduate of Physical Oceanography, All-Atlantic Ocean Youth Ambassador, Marine Manager & Co-founder and Co-director of The Beach Co-op
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Nov 21, 2022 |
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EP 108: Black Ecologist Panel Discussion- Collab With British Ecological Society
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Nov 07, 2022 |
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EP 107: Qhelile Bhebhe- PhD Student in Food Security
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Oct 09, 2022 |
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EP 106: Ngoni Mujuru- Senior Software Engineer
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Sep 26, 2022 |
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EP 105: Takalani Netshipale - Civil Engineer
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Sep 12, 2022 |
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EP 103: Tebogo Maleka- PhD Candidate in Enviromental Management
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Aug 29, 2022 |
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EP 102: Dr Khumbuzile Bophela- Plant Pathology Lecturer
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Aug 15, 2022 |
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EP 101: Sarah Nyakeri- Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics Student + Host of The Vulnerable Scientist Podcast
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Jun 27, 2022 |
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EP 100: Kim Ndlovu- PhD Student in Microbiology
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May 31, 2022 |
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EP 99: Tsumbedzo Ramalevha- PhD Student in Plant Functional Ecology
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May 09, 2022 |
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EP 98: Tasvi Daya- PhD Student in Cancer Science
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Apr 26, 2022 |
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EP 97: Dedication to Ndoni Mcunu- Climate Scientist, Founder and CEO of BWIS
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Apr 19, 2022 |
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EP 96: Lubablo Tybosch- CEO of Uniqova Software Development Company
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Apr 11, 2022 |
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EP 95: Remous Ocloo - PhD Candidate in Medical Microbiology
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Feb 28, 2022 |
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EP 94: Letta Mahlohonolo- PhD Candidate in Chemical Engineering
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Feb 20, 2022 |
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EP 93: Kaylan Reddy - PhD Candidate in Botany
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Feb 14, 2022 |
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EP 92: Oageng Modise - PhD Student in Entomology
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Feb 07, 2022 |
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EP 91: Rufaro Samanga - Epidemiologist & Cultural + Science Writer
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Jan 31, 2022 |
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EP 90: Lindelwa Msweli - PhD Student in Ecological Science
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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EP 89: Yannick Agbana- MSc Student in Plant Research and Drug Development
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Nov 29, 2021 |
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EP 88: Nyasha Manyika - Commercial Pilot & Co-Founder of African Leaders in Aviation
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Nov 15, 2021 |
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EP 87: Kalonde Chanda - Chemical and Process Engineering Graduate
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Nov 01, 2021 |
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EP 86: Khuthadzvo Muvhano - BSc Student in Biochemistry and Botany
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Oct 26, 2021 |
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EP 85: Nolwandle Khumalo - PhD Student in Environmental Science
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Oct 17, 2021 |
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EP 84: Caleb Munemo - BSc Student in Computer Science + Co-Founder of Science Exploration Zambia
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Oct 11, 2021 |
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EP 83: Sandiso Ngwenya- PhD Student in Chemistry
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Oct 04, 2021 |
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EP 82: Jethro Dlamini - Agricultural Advisor Intern
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Aug 30, 2021 |
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EP 81: Tracy Mapfumo - Founder of Eny’s Treats & Crop Scientist
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Aug 15, 2021 |
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EP 80: Dr. Joseph Malinzi -Lecturer in Department of Mathematics
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Aug 10, 2021 |
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EP 79: Dr. Cosnet Lerato Rametse- Clinician Scientist, MD & PhD Candidate in Immunology
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Aug 01, 2021 |
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EP 78: Lonwabo Manqana- Msc Student in Soil Science
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Jul 26, 2021 |
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EP 77: Faith February- PhD Candidate in Oceonography
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Jul 12, 2021 |
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EP 76: Mishumo Nemathaga- Msc Student in Agriculture
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Jul 05, 2021 |
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EP 75: Tosin Adewumi - PhD Student in Machine Learning
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Jun 28, 2021 |
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EP 74: Mongezi Majebe- BSc Chemistry Student
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Jun 21, 2021 |
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EP 73: Tamuda Chimhanda- Entrepreneurial Leadership + Computer Science Student, Co-founder of The Book of Everything & Glimmer Virtual Reality
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Jun 07, 2021 |
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EP 73: Chris Emezue- MSc student in Mathematics and Data Science
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May 31, 2021 |
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EP 72: #YouAreAScientist Finale
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Apr 27, 2021 |
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EP 71: UKZN Students
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Apr 19, 2021 |
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EP 70: STEMi Leaders Mentees
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Apr 12, 2021 |
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EP 69:Edwin Simfukwe - Nuclear Engineering Student
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Apr 05, 2021 |
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EP 68: Dr. Edith Phalane- Post Doctoral Fellow in Environmental Health
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Mar 29, 2021 |
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EP 67: Cynthia Okoye & Kagiso Loeto- Africans In STEM Organization
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Mar 22, 2021 |
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EP 66: Marah Chibwana- Junior Clinician Scientist
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Mar 15, 2021 |
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EP 65: Tshiamiso Makwela- PhD student in Astronomy Education Research
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Mar 08, 2021 |
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EP 64: Kate Mwambo- Petroleum Engeneering Graduate & CEO of STEMik Clothing
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Mar 01, 2021 |
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EP 63: Sinenhlanhla Sikhosana- PhD Candidate in Astrophyics
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Feb 22, 2021 |
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EP 62: Abubakr Ibrihim- PhD Student in Astrophysics
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Feb 15, 2021 |
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EP 61: Jason Armatey- PhD Student in Medicine
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Feb 02, 2021 |
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EP 60: Chikondi Peno- PhD Student in Respiratory Health
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Jan 25, 2021 |
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EP 59: Raphael Onuku- Pharmacist & Computational Chemist
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Jan 18, 2021 |
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EP 58: Sophie Okolo- Science Writer & Founder of Global Health Aging
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Jan 11, 2021 |
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EP 57: Yanga Mdleleni- PhD Student in Virology & Founder of Nguta Foundation
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Dec 14, 2020 |
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EP 56: Doreen Anene- PhD Student in Animal Science & Founder of STEM Belle
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Dec 08, 2020 |
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EP 55: Dr. Bathabile Ramalapa- Senior Researcher
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Nov 30, 2020 |
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EP 54: Tapiwa Nyakauru- PhD Student in Molecular Biology
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Nov 23, 2020 |
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EP 53: Bonaventure Dossou- MSc Data Engineering
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Nov 16, 2020 |
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EP 52: Asafu Thomas- CEO of Naya-Labs & Co-Founder of Built In Africa
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Nov 09, 2020 |
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EP 51: Prof Salome Maswime- Clinical Scientist (OB-GYN) & Head of Global Surgery Division (UCT)
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Nov 02, 2020 |
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Season 2 Trailer
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Oct 26, 2020 |
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Ep 50: Season 1 Finale Part 2- Anne Chisa Ft Guest Host Nathasia Muwanigwa
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Sep 24, 2020 |
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Ep 49: Season 1 Finale Part 1 - Anne Chisa ft Guest Host Nathasia Muwanigwa
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Sep 21, 2020 |
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Ep 48: Dr. Nkhensani Mogale- Lecturer of Clinical Anatomy
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Sep 17, 2020 |
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Ep 47: Anna Ampaw-Chemistry PhD Student
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Sep 14, 2020 |
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Ep 46: Silindokuhle Mavuso- PhD Candidate in Geology and Paleoanthropology
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Sep 10, 2020 |
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Ep 45: Dr. Chinwe Iwu-Jaja- Public Health Specialist
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Sep 07, 2020 |
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BeHeard Campaign Ep 5: Nompulelo Maseko
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Sep 04, 2020 |
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Ep 44: Keabestwe Ncube- PhD Candidate in Genetics & CEO of Kea Ncube Agri Services
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Sep 03, 2020 |
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BeHeard Campaign Ep 4: Samantha Cook
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Sep 01, 2020 |
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EP 43: Aviwe Matiwane- PhD Candidate in Paleobotony
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Aug 31, 2020 |
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BeHeard Campaign Ep 3: Zizo Lusiki
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Aug 25, 2020 |
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EP 42: Mark Chingumbe- Agriculutral Science Graduate
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Aug 24, 2020 |
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BeHeard Campaign Ep 2: Tony Brandon Madzinga
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Aug 21, 2020 |
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EP 41: Tumi Ntereke- PhD Student in Cancer Genetics
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Aug 20, 2020 |
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BeHeard Campaign Ep 1: Letta Ntuli
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Aug 18, 2020 |
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EP 40: James Azam- PhD Candidate in Mathematics
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Aug 17, 2020 |
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EP 39: Emmie Chiyindiko- PhD Candidate in Chemistry
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Aug 13, 2020 |
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EP 38: Sandra Phoma- PhD Candidate in Ocean Microbial Ecology
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Aug 10, 2020 |
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EP 37: Rivoningo Khosa- Junior Research Scientist and PhD Student in Geology
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Aug 06, 2020 |
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EP 36: Dr. Steven Mathetsa- Environmentalist and Water Research Scientist
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Aug 03, 2020 |
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EP 35: Stephanie Itimi- Founder of Seidea & PhD Researcher in Information Security
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Jul 30, 2020 |
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EP 34: Brooks Musangu- Phd Student in Nuclear Physics
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Jul 20, 2020 |
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EP 33: Adama Saccoh- MSc. Student in Medical Ultrasound & TheCatalystInMe Blog
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Jul 16, 2020 |
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EP 32: Mbali Gwacela- PhD Candidate in Food Security & Lecturer
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Jul 13, 2020 |
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EP 30: Paulin Kantue- Aeronautical Engineer & Founder of Uav4Africa
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Jul 06, 2020 |
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EP 29: Diane Uwacu- PhD Student in Computer Science
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Jul 02, 2020 |
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EP 28: Mthokozisi Moyo- PhD Candidate in Environmental Science
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Jun 29, 2020 |
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EP 27: Tapoka Mkandawire- PhD Student in Parasitology & Molecular Biology
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Jun 25, 2020 |
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EP 26:Nomhle Ngwenya- PhD Candidate in Geography and Environmental Studies
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Jun 22, 2020 |
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EP 25: Patrick Musau- Electrical Engineering PhD Student
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Jun 18, 2020 |
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EP 24: Zakithi Mkhize- PhD Candidate in Medicine (Virology) & Founder of "Black Girl Scientist" YouTube Channnel
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Jun 15, 2020 |
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EP 23: Laila Hansrod- Project Manager at Jive Media Africa
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Jun 11, 2020 |
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EP 22: Dr. Mariam (Ria) Garelnabi- Postdoctral Researcher
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Jun 08, 2020 |
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EP 21: Phazha Bothongo- Clinical Neuroscience PhD Student
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Jun 01, 2020 |
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EP 20: Dr. Evodia Setati & Dr. Thato Motlhalamme- Authors of Holding the Knife's Edge:Essays of Black Female Scientists in South Africa
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May 28, 2020 |
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Richard Hay: Masters Student in Agronomy
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May 25, 2020 |
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Wendy Geza: Food Security PhD Student
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May 21, 2020 |
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Dr. Phumlani Msomi: Chemistry Lecturer & Researcher
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May 18, 2020 |
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Lameck Mbangula Amugongo: PhD Student Applying Data Science Techniques to Cancer Research
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May 14, 2020 |
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Dr. Brighton Samatanga: Molecular Biophysicist & Founding Director of The Biotech Instutute Zimbabwe
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May 11, 2020 |
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Jacqueline Antwi-Danso: Astrophysics PhD Student
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May 07, 2020 |
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Ashley Chimahanda: Certified Ethical Hacker
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May 02, 2020 |
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Admore Jokwiro: Medical Doctor, Co-Founder of MYcpdZw
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Apr 29, 2020 |
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Dr. Mathapelo Seopela: Environmental Chemistry Researcher
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Apr 25, 2020 |
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Amanda Obidike: Founder of STEMi Makers Africa
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Apr 22, 2020 |
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Dr. Danielle Twum: Field Applications Scientist
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Apr 18, 2020 |
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Kimberleigh Tommy: Biological Anthropologist PhD Candidate
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Apr 15, 2020 |
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Part 1: Nathasia Muwanigwa & Nataša Lazarević Promote Visibility STEM Africa Co-founders
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Apr 11, 2020 |
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Part 2: Nathasia Muwanigwa & Nataša Lazarević Visibility STEM Africa Co-founders
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Apr 11, 2020 |
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Kolisa Sinyanya: PhD Candidate in Oceanography
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Apr 07, 2020 |
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George Madjitey: CEO of GEM Industrial Solutions Ltd
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Apr 04, 2020 |
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Ndoni Mcunu: PhD Candidate & Founder of BWIS
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Apr 01, 2020 |
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Sharon Migeri: PhD Candidate in Agricultural Science
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Feb 15, 2020 |
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Trailer: Introducing Anne (with an E) & The Root of The Science Podcasts
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Feb 01, 2020 |