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💜 Girls in STEAM is a Canadian non-profit organization that supports access to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Maths) education for girls, women, gender-diverse people, and the LGBTQ+ community across North America.

09/09/2024

Get your application in because there is only one day left before the deadline (2024.09.10 @ 9pm PT)! 💜💜💜 See link in bio for the hiring package and the Google Form application.

08/30/2024

💜Girls in STEAM is RECRUITING for our 2024/25 executive team! 💜

Applications are NOW OPEN until Tuesday, September 10th @ 9PM PT. Links to the hiring package and applications can be found in our bio. 🔗

🚀We’re also thrilled to announce that planning for our new Girls in STEAM Conference in 2025 is officially underway! 🌟The conference will feature a packed day filled with informative sessions, workshops, and discussions led by experts in various STEAM fields. Attendees can expect to engage with a diverse range of topics, from cutting-edge technological advancements to innovative approaches in the arts and sciences. Through these sessions, the GIS Conference 2025 seeks to inspire, educate, and empower women to excel in their chosen STEAM careers. If you’re passionate about these topics and helping lead in your community, now’s your chance to join our amazing team!

ROLES WE’RE LOOKING TO FILL:
🧬 Marketing Coordinator (1)
🧬 VP Technology (1)
🧬 GIS Conference Experience Design Coordinator (1)
🧬 GIS Conference Sponsorship Directors (2)

💝Some perks and benefits include: digital marketing/event planning experience, leadership/networking/mentorship opportunities, and the chance to learn more about the exciting world of STEAM education and careers! 💞

You do not have to be a STEAM professional to apply, though you must have a passion for STEAM! If you have any questions, feel free to DM us ✨

08/26/2024

Meet John McFall: Paralympian, surgeon, and now, the world’s first parastronaut! After a motorcycle accident led to the amputation of his right leg, McFall didn’t let that stop him. From winning a bronze medal in the 2008 Paralympic Games to becoming a trailblazer in space exploration, he’s proving that no dream is too big. Selected by the European Space Agency, McFall is part of a innovative study to explore space travel for people with physical disabilities. While he hasn’t flown yet, his journey is already making history.

Check out the full story at the link in the bio.

08/21/2024

Today’s features the outstanding accomplishments of 🌟 Margaret Hamilton 🌟, born on August 17, 1936. She is an American computer scientist known for her pioneering work in software engineering and her contributions to the success of the Apollo moon missions.

Accomplishments ✨:

🚀 She led the team that developed the onboard flight software for NASA’s Apollo missions, ensuring the safe landing of astronauts on the moon.

🚀 She coined the term “software engineering,” which helped elevate the field and made it as respected as any other discipline.

🚀 In 2003, she was awarded the NASA Exceptional Space Act Award for her contributions to NASA’s space programs.

🚀 In 2016, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States, for her work in advancing human spaceflight.

🚀 Her software was so reliable that it was used in many subsequent space missions, solidifying her legacy in space exploration.

Quote: “There was no choice but to be pioneers; no time to be beginners.”

08/11/2024

Georgia State University researchers have developed a novel treatment for HIV-1 using llama-derived nanobodies. These nanobodies are about one-tenth the size of conventional antibodies. They can target and neutralize various HIV-1 strains more successfully due to their special structure and flexibility.

Under the leadership of Assistant Professor Jianliang Xu, the group constructed a triple tandem configuration for these nanobodies. Impressively, this strategy neutralized 96% of various HIV-1 strains. They paired these nanobodies with antibodies that neutralize broad spectrum (bNAbs). With this combination, a novel antibody with almost complete neutralizing power was produced. The strategy may greatly expand available therapy options and result in HIV treatments that are more effective.

Check out the full story at the link in the bio.

07/26/2024

Welcome back to 💜, in which we aim to provide a basic understanding of some general technical terms that are often thrown around! 🚀 This week, our is “JSON”.

07/22/2024

Developed by Allan Doctor, a lab in Baltimore tested a white rabbit with ErythroMer, an experimental blood substitute. Some of the rabbit’s blood was siphoned out and replaced with ErythroMer. As a result, the rabbit’s heart rate and blood pressure were healthy. “Recycled” human hemoglobin is the ingredient of ErythroMer. This artificial “blood” can be freeze-dried into powder and mixed with saline. ErythroMer can be used to save lives when blood supplies are limited.

Check out the full story at the link in the bio.

07/10/2024

Today’s proudly highlights the remarkable achievements of 🌟 Gladys West 🌟, born on October 27, 1930. She is an American mathematician known for her significant contributions to geodesy and the development of the Global Positioning System (GPS).

Accomplishments ✨:

🌍 She contributed significantly to the mathematical modelling of Earth’s shape, pivotal for scientific understanding and navigation.

🌍 She developed groundbreaking satellite geodesy models, which were essential for GPS technology, to enhance global positioning accuracy.

🌍 In 2018, she was inducted into the US Air Force Hall of Fame for her pioneering contributions to science and technology.

🌍 In 2018, the BBC named her one of their 100 women for her influence in STEM fields.

🌍 In 2021, she received the Prince Philip Medal from the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering.

07/04/2024

Welcome back to 💜, in which we aim to provide a basic understanding of some general technical terms that are often thrown around! 🚀 This week, our is “SDK”.

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https://girlsinsteam.org/

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