Black in STEM: Dr Faith Uwadiae
Date: Thursday 19 February
Time: 18.00 – 20.00
Location: Skempton 301
Please register your attendance
Are you a Black Imperial student interested in scientific research and how it can be more inclusive? Join Black @ Imperial and the Black Doctoral Network for an inspiring and informative conversation with Imperial alum Dr Faith Uwadiae and current PhD researcher, Maya Thabal Herron. This event will also include an audience Q&A and informal networking over pizza and Afro-Caribbean snacks.
Dr Uwadiae completed her PhD in biomedical research in 2018. Currently she works at the Wellcome Trust as an Ecosystems Manager where she leads on work to support Black-led initiatives that enhance the careers of Black-heritage researchers.
Dr Uwadiae will be interviewed by Maya Thabal Herron. Maya is currently researching smart textiles and soft sensing systems at Imperial. She also chairs the Black Doctoral Network, a community of Black heritage PhD researchers at Imperial College dedicated to supporting one another throughout the doctoral journey and beyond.
Please ensure that you register to ensure that there is enough catering for everyone.