Meriame Berboucha is a physicist specializing in lasers, a science writer for Forbes magazine, podcaster at Science Mix Tape, founder of the Women in Physics club at her college, and a singer, dancer and rock climber.

Meriame is passionate about physics and particularly on inspiring minorities to pursue STEM education and jobs. Early in her education Meriame realized she was the only woman in her physics class. She wants to change this and see more women pursue their passions for science.

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When she was only 15 years old Meriame became quite ill and had to miss a full year of school. Many people were ready to give up on her and tell her that she wouldn't be able to go to college. But she refused to listen to them and worked hard to pursue her dream.

Her advice for women wanting to pursue education or jobs in STEM is to surround yourself with positive people who support you.

Some of the things Meriame does NOT do include watching TV and taking holidays although she admits to wanting to change that!

You can find Meriame on her website, on Instagram @meriameberboucha, on Twitter @mberboucha on on her YouTube channel.

Favorites: Book: Inferior by Angela Saini Show: Royal Institute Christmas Lectures App: Pic

sArtLifehack: Using public transportation for her commute and catching up on email and social media during the ride Social Media: #minoritiesinSTEM Podcast: Why aren't you a doctor yet?

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