While STEM fields have come a long way in terms of increasing diversity over the past few decades, there is still much to be achieved in terms of equity. Joining us today is Dr. Melissa Bauman, a neuroscientist at the UC Davis MIND Institute, professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UC Davis, and director of Women in Medicine and Health Sciences (WIMHS) at the same institution. Dr. Bauman is a passionate advocate for advancing women’s careers in science and medicine, and in today’s conversation, we learn how she is helping introduce more girls and young women to STEM fields. Tuning in you’ll learn about her own journey into neuroscience, the unique challenges that women in STEM face, and why she would never have gotten where she is today without the encouragement of key mentors and teachers throughout her schooling. Dr. Bauman shares what it’s like balancing her roles as a professor, scientist, and researcher, what a typical workday looks like for her, and the things she enjoys most about her work. She also shares her advice to young people interested in pursuing a similar career path and why she is deeply committed to giving back and helping others discover the joys of pursuing a career in STEM. To learn more about Dr. Bauman’s fascinating career, and her advice to aspiring scientists, be sure to tune in!
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