In this episode of the She Geeks Out podcast, Felicia and Rachel interview two remarkable scientists who were part of the Homeward Bound expedition to Antarctica. Tiffany Vora is the Vice Chair of Digital Biology at Singularity University and a faculty member at EY Tech University. Dr. Judit Jimenez Sainz is an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a PhD in Biotechnology from the University of Valencia and University College London. They discuss their passions for mentorship, diversity, and translating cutting-edge science into practical solutions for societal advancement.

[00:01:09] Women in STEM advancement.

[00:04:36] Subverting the white savior trope.

[00:07:59] The power of fictional characters.

[00:12:23] STEM careers and Mars exploration.

[00:15:31] Technology and healthcare advancements.

[00:21:55] Future of cancer research.

[00:24:07] Genetic testing and preventive surgery.

[00:29:01] Space exploration benefits humanity.

[00:32:45] Space community joy.

[00:35:28] Women in STEM and Antarctica.

[00:39:02] Mars simulation in high Canadian Arctic.

[00:42:22] Women in Antarctica community.

[00:46:49] Climate change and advocacy.

[00:49:37] Transforming Doom and Gloom into Action.

[00:56:09] Future plans and goals.

[00:58:39] Future priorities in science.

[01:01:31] Party and dancing passion.

[01:03:50] New podcast merch available.

Links mentioned:

• https://homewardboundprojects.com.au/
• https://tiffanyvora.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyvora/
• https://jimenezsainzlab.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/juditjimenezsainz/
• https://www.teepublic.com/user/she-geeks-out

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