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8:30am Registration and Coffee & Tea!
8:45am Welcoming words and presentation of the event
9:00am From Idea to Impact: Introducing a new water source through clouds
Tatiana Estevez (PDG fondatrice de Permalution)
Tatiana will share how Permalution is building world-class technology for water access and climate adaptation solutions around the world.
9:30am She Turns the Gears: A Woman Engineer's Journey through Lebanon, France, and Canada
Rita Ghawche (PhD student, University of Sherbrooke)
It's the story of my journey as a female mechanical engineer, overcoming obstacles and following my curiosity wherever it led. I've grappled with the challenge of uncovering creativity and embracing femininity in a male-dominated industry, all while holding onto unwavering self-belief. This journey has taken me across continents, introducing me to countless people who have shaped my path, especially the remarkable roles of women who have played an indispensable part in helping me reach where I am today.
10:00am Coffee break
10:30am Female STEAM Leadership: Scientific Rigor and Creativity in Action
Laura Sánchez Fernández (Mathematician, Entrepreneur and Math content creator)
The integration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) is essential to promote current innovation, starting from the educational base. The gap in STEAM is woven from adolescence when young scientists begin to feel that they must choose between tangible and rigorous results, much more mental, and more intuitive, flexible, and creative/emotional processes. The dissonance between the scientific and artistic worlds, in addition to the lack of close references, or definitions of success and leadership, oppose their impulse on how to act in life, making a large part of girls at the beginning ages choose, and move away from STEAM careers. On the other hand, those who follow STEAM paths mostly give up on their desire to take leadership roles, finding that this possibility entails leaving the emotional connection aside. At present, we are going through a crisis such as the climate crisis, which requires Science to be overcome, and at the same time, the technology that is being developed with the introduction of generative AI is taking us as humanity to spaces where ethical limits blur. Promoting female leadership in STEAM from an early age will allow these girls to be attracted to the scientific field with a broader and more diverse perspective than the current one, with these young people being the ones who help educate and train new generations of leaders, who can connect both worlds: that of the mind replicable by machines, with that of empathy and conscience, which differentiate us from them. We will delve into the definition of leadership, success, the value of the A added to the STEM world and propose actions that will bring to bear the possibilities of changing the current approach to attract girls to the STEAM world and break the gender gap in this field.
11:00am AI for a Better World: Opportunities for Internships and Jobs
Mélissa Authier (Advisor, Technology Transfer and Innovation at IVADO)
Melissa will discuss her AI facilitation experience, along with her business and international background. Her presentation will highlight a collaborative project with academia, emphasizing responsible AI tools and showcasing internship and job opportunities in the field.
11:30am Science de données dans une compagnie manufacturière
Fatma Kerouh (Scientifique de données, Waterwille TG)
Pendant cette session, j'aimerais partager mon expérience en tant que femme scientifique de Données Senior chez Waterville TG, une entreprise manufacturière spécialisée dans la production de joints d'étanchéité pour l'industrie automobile, je vais aborder les défis, les problématiques et les contributions que j'ai pu apporter à l'entreprise tout au long de mon parcours professionnel.
12:00pm Lunch
1:30pm Impacting the Future: 5 Steps to Get Started
Sakshi Gupta (Women Techmaker Ambassador, GDG Silicon Valley Lead and CEO)
By breaking barriers, driving innovation, bridging the gender gap, empowering the next generation, and leveraging diversity for social impact, women in tech can make a significant difference. Let's continue to support and champion women in tech as we work towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all.
2:00pm 7 Things that Movies can Teach you in Growing Your I.T. Career (And 1 that they can’t)
Mike Hoff (Disaster Recovery / Datacenter Manager, BlackBerry)
As an IT professional and movie critic, there are several key behaviours and traits to learn from movies and Hollywood in general.
2:30pm Empowering Tomorrow: Navigating the Intersection of Women in Tech and Academia as a Ph.D. Candidate
Eslin Üstün Karatop (PhD Candidate, University of Ottawa)
In this engaging presentation, I will share my personal journey and insights as a Ph.D. student navigating the dynamic landscape of both technology and academia. In this Personal Keynote, I am excited to delve into a rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped my journey, encompassing not only engineering research and event organization but also the transformative impact of global exploration and my role as a Women Tech Maker Ambassador (WTM). Join me as we explore the unique challenges and triumphs faced by women in these fields, discussing strategies for empowerment, breaking barriers, and fostering inclusivity. From my experiences contributing to panels on women in tech and academia, I will offer practical advice, share success stories, and inspire fellow scholars to embrace their roles as catalysts for positive change. Together, let's pave the way for a more equitable and diverse future in the realms of technology and academia.
3:00pm Coffee break
3:30pm Premiers pas en bio-informatique
Élisabeth Robert (Étudiante en 3e année au baccalauréat en biologie, Université de Sherbrooke)
Je suis une étudiante au baccalauréat en biologie et dans mon dernier stage, j’ai remarqué que la bio informatique était très importante dans les analyses des expériences bio moléculaires conduites par les étudiants gradués du laboratoire. Voulant aller au études graduées moi même, je me suis rapidement intéressée au sujet puisque je trouve que c’est un apprentissage pouvant être très bénéfique pour mon parcours. J’ai commencé par suivre un cours de programmation en R en ligne, puis je me suis inscrite à des crédits de recherche dans le laboratoire de la Pre Michelle Scott au département de biochimie et de génomique fonctionnelle. Dans ce contexte, je me familiarise au language de programmation python en manipulant des données concernant les snoRNA, de petits ARNs nucléolaires. Je pourrais présenter mon parcours ainsi que des résultats que j’ai obtenus.
4:00pm Science graphics: When art speaks louder than words
Alitzel López Sánchez (PhD student, University of Sherbrooke)
In this talk, we'll dive into the captivating realm of science graphics, exploring their profound significance and the artistry behind their creation. I will share invaluable design tips and tricks that transform complex data into visually compelling narratives. Graphics make science not just comprehensible but visually inspiring. Let's paint the canvas of knowledge with colors that ignite curiosity together!
4:30pm Coder, un jeu d'enfant!
Céline Ruez (Enseignant en Mathématiques)
En parcourant 20 ans d'expérience professionnelle en éducation, vous découvrirez les défis, les embûches, les succès que j'ai rencontrés en lien avec la programmation informatique.
5:00pm Closing words, Networking, Coffee & Tea!