Student Episodes

45. Alisha Arora - Research Assistant at MIT using machine learning to diagnose mental health issues
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April 20, 2021

45. Alisha Arora - Research Assistant at MIT using machine learning to diagnose mental health issues

Alisha Arora is a research assistant at MIT, leveraging machine learning to diagnose mental health disorders. She is a co-founder of Hope Sisters, a non-profit dedicated to spreading hope to vulnerable people, she has been a page in her legislative assembly, and more. At 14 years old, Alisha's mission is to help solve the world's biggest problems using emerging technologies. Episode Notes Music used in the podcast: Higher Up , Silverman Sound Studio Acronyms, Definitions & Fact Check AI/Machine ...
20. Sara Whiteman - Neuroscientist, applying for MD/PhD programs
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Sept. 8, 2020

20. Sara Whiteman - Neuroscientist, applying for MD/PhD programs

Sara is a recent college graduate working as a Neuroscientist doing research in alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis. She is currently applying to MD/PhD programs and is planning to study traumatic brain injuries. She recently moved from Minnesota to Boston - right before COVID - making for some challenges in being able to experience a new city. Episode Notes Music used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound Studio Acronyms, Definitions, and Fact Check MD/PhD Programs - a dual doctorate...
13. Abigail Fritschel - High School Graduate, Aerospace Engineering Student This Fall
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June 30, 2020

13. Abigail Fritschel - High School Graduate, Aerospace Engineering Student This Fall

Abby recently graduated from high school and will be starting college this fall at Iowa State University to study aerospace engineering. Abby has a love of physics, calculus and rockets! She is passionate about making her voice heard and excited to start this new phase of her life where she gets to study the subjects she loves. Episode Notes Music used in the podcast: Higher Up , Silverman Sound Studio Acronyms and Definitions AP Classes - Advance Placement Classes - a program in the United Stat...
6. Sarah Livingston - Chemical Engineer, Manufacturing Industry
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May 27, 2020

6. Sarah Livingston - Chemical Engineer, Manufacturing Industry

Sarah recently graduated from Michigan Tech with a degree in Chemical Engineering. She is nearing her first year working as a project engineer in the manufacturing industry. She shares her experiences and perspectives on college, entrance into the job market and how the number of women going into engineering is changing. Episode Notes Music used in the podcast: Higher Up , Silverman Sound Studio Acronyms and Definitions Diff EQ – Differential Equations – The study of differential equations consi...