In this inspiring GX video series episode, filmed at the World Government Summit, we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Debbie Berebichez—physicist, author, futurist, and advocate for women in STEM. From overcoming societal expectations in a conservative community in Mexico City to becoming the first Mexican woman to earn a PhD in physics from Stanford University, Dr. Berebichez’s journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and bold thinking. Her story challenges us all to go beyond the obvious and question the limitations placed on us by tradition or fear.

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Dr. Berebichez dives into her early love for math and science, the cultural pressures she faced, and how she defied them by secretly applying to schools in the United States. She speaks passionately about her mentor Rupesh Oja, the transformative role he played in her academic journey, and the importance of paying that mentorship forward. Her life mission—to empower the next generation of women in STEM—was born from this powerful act of mentorship and gratitude.

Now working at the cutting edge of quantum computing in Finland, Dr. Berebichez is helping develop superconducting quantum computers that push the boundaries of what's technologically possible. She explains how quantum bits (qubits) differ from traditional bits and how this next-gen technology could revolutionize fields like drug discovery, materials science, and more by simulating nature at its most fundamental level.

Beyond her work in quantum computing, Dr. Berebichez is also writing a book to inspire girls aged 14 to 16, blending science with storytelling to introduce young readers to qu

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