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SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM

SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM

Season 1 Episode 1 | 25m 48s

Meet five Black women scientists who are innovators, problem-solvers and STEM superstars who honor their racial identity and cultures. In this show, they share their strategies for overcoming challenges and finding success and joy in jobs where Black women are often underrepresented. They also inspire Black girls to pursue all kinds of interests and career paths through their individual stories.

Aired: 05/31/23 | Expires: 02/28/25
Extras
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SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM
Deanna Clemmer – An Invaluable Lab
Deanna Clemmer conducts medical research in a laboratory like no other.
Clip: S1 E1 | 1:50
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SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM
Trailer
Meet five Black women scientists who are innovators, problem-solvers and STEM superstars.
Preview: S1 E1 | 0:30
Watch • 1:01
SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM
Danielle Twum – Greater Access to Cures
Immunologist Danielle Twum is excited by the promise of diversity in research.
Clip: S1 E1 | 1:01
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SciGirls Stories: Black Women in STEM
Shakiyla Huggins – Meeting the Challenge
Shakiyla Huggins remembers a teacher sparking her love of math.
Clip: S1 E1 | 1:24