UNMUTE: Empowering women scientists' voices
Education Podcasts
“Without women, no progress is possible”. Driven by this conviction, UNMUTE is a platform amplifying women’s voices who are shaping their future and the world. Because learning from their experiences can inspire us to act, and to speak up. In this first podcast, 20 young women tell us about what perseverance and determination means in science, and how they are committed to improving the lives of millions of people across Africa and the world. The editor Aline Afanoukoé talks to the winners of the 13th edition of the For Women in Science Young Talents Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa - a program led by the Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO to promote and strengthen the role of women in science. These young women embody the continent’s diversity and demonstrate the potential of science to transform lives. They represent a source of hope for the future of our world, and a model for future generations.<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> « Sans les femmes, il n’y a pas de progrès possible ». Animés par cette conviction, nous lançons UNMUTE : un projet qui donne la parole et le pouvoir aux femmes qui créent le monde de demain. Parce que la voix de ces femmes engagées peut nous donner à tous la force d’agir. Dans ce premier podcast, 20 femmes témoignent de la persévérance et de la détermination nécessaires dans le milieu scientifique. Elles nous parlent de leur engagement personnel pour améliorer les vies de millions de personnes en Afrique et dans le monde. La chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé a rencontré ces chercheuses, lauréates du 13ème Prix Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne, un programme créé par La Fondation L’Oréal et l’UNESCO consacré à la promotion de la place des femmes en science. Ces jeunes femmes incarnent, par leurs parcours et leurs sujets de recherche, toute la diversité́ et le potentiel de la science issue du continent. Elles sont une source d’espoir pour l’avenir du monde.
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“Without women, no progress is possible”. Driven by this conviction, UNMUTE is a platform amplifying women’s voices who are shaping their future and the world. Because learning from their experiences can inspire us to act, and to speak up. In this first podcast, 20 young women tell us about what perseverance and determination means in science, and how they are committed to improving the lives of millions of people across Africa and the world. The editor Aline Afanoukoé talks to the winners of the 13th edition of the For Women in Science Young Talents Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa - a program led by the Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO to promote and strengthen the role of women in science. These young women embody the continent’s diversity and demonstrate the potential of science to transform lives. They represent a source of hope for the future of our world, and a model for future generations.<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> « Sans les femmes, il n’y a pas de progrès possible ». Animés par cette conviction, nous lançons UNMUTE : un projet qui donne la parole et le pouvoir aux femmes qui créent le monde de demain. Parce que la voix de ces femmes engagées peut nous donner à tous la force d’agir. Dans ce premier podcast, 20 femmes témoignent de la persévérance et de la détermination nécessaires dans le milieu scientifique. Elles nous parlent de leur engagement personnel pour améliorer les vies de millions de personnes en Afrique et dans le monde. La chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé a rencontré ces chercheuses, lauréates du 13ème Prix Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne, un programme créé par La Fondation L’Oréal et l’UNESCO consacré à la promotion de la place des femmes en science. Ces jeunes femmes incarnent, par leurs parcours et leurs sujets de recherche, toute la diversité́ et le potentiel de la science issue du continent. Elles sont une source d’espoir pour l’avenir du monde. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
#18 Olyvia Gwladys Fadeyi: Doctorante en mycologie tropicale
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Olyvia Gwladys Fadeyi, est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Originaire du Bénin, Olyvia Gwladys Fadeyi est doctorante en monitoring et conservation de la biodiversité, spécialisée en mycologie tropicale. Ses recherches portent sur la promotion de l’autonomisation des femmes en milieu rural à travers la valorisation de champignons comestibles. Souvent découragée par le peu de soutien financier et l’insuffisant soutien mutuel entre la gente féminine et masculine en science, elle est convaincue qu’un meilleur équilibre entre les sexes permettrait de tirer le meilleur de chaque talent. «Les deux sexes ont leurs propres dons extraordinaires, uniques et spécifiques, ils devraient être valorisés de manière égale».
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:05:28
#19 Ruth Mwangi: Doctoral student in Agricultural Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Ruth Mwangi is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Ruth Mwangi is a doctoral student in Agricultural Sciences, specializing in agricultural and food biotechnology. She is studying the potential of endophytic (a class of endosymbiotic microbes with many practical applications) and botanical extracts in the management of post-harvest losses in tomatoes. She dreams of producing building panels using mushrooms as polystyrene foam. This simple technology would allow us to make affordable, sustainable, environmentally friendly and recyclable building materials from agricultural waste. Ruth believes that educating women in science will promote the continent’s economic development and eradicate poverty.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO
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Duration:00:05:03
#20 Winifred Ayinpogbilla Atiah: Post-doctoral fellow in Earth and Environmental Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Winifred Ayinpogbilla Atiah is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Winifred Ayinpogbilla Atiah, originally from Ghana, is a postdoctoral fellow in earth and environmental sciences, specializing in meteorology and atmospheric sciences. Her study focuses on ‘seasonal flood forecasting in Ghana using a new climate indicator approach’. Flooding has a negative impact on rain-fed agriculture in Ghana. Floods drown crops, which eventually die, resulting in significant crop losses. To address this, Winifred Ayinpogbilla Atiah is developing a model that will allow an early forecasting of natural disasters such as floods.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:07:02
#5 Beauty Makamure: Doctoral student in Health Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Beauty Makamure is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Born and based in Zimbabwe, Beauty Makamure is a Ph.D. student in health sciences and specializing in infectious diseases. Her research focuses on the use of whole genome sequencing for the rapid detection of drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) and identification of mutations presenting drug-resistant patterns. She is conducting her work in a low-income country, Zimbabwe, where there is little technology available and a high infection rate of TB. Inspired by female role models, friends and mentors, she believes that greater representation of female scientists is essential to encourage younger people to take an interest in the field.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:04:05
#6 Bezalem Eshetu Yirdaw: Doctoral student in Statistics
10/31/2022
In this episode Bezalem Eshetu Yirdaw is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Bezalem Eshetu Yirdaw is an Ethiopian Ph.D. student in statistics, specializing in biostatistics. She is studying the multilevel Bayesian network (a network model that combines Bayesian networks and multilevel modeling) for hierarchical multiple outcome data, under the supervision of Professor Legesse Kassa Debusho. She wants to become an expert in her field of study and find new methods to develop Bayesian networks that can be applied in diverse fields, especially in health sciences. When she receives her Ph.D., she will be one of the first few female statisticians in her country, breaking the myth that her field of study is reserved for men.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:04:09
#7 Bibi Nausheen Jaffur: Doctorante en génie de l’environnement
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Bibi Nausheen Jaffur est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Originaire de l’île Maurice, Bibi Nausheen Jaffur est doctorante en génie de l’environnement. Elle étudie la faisabilité économique de la fabrication de produits biopolymères durables à partir de matériaux lignocellulosiques (fibres végétales) au sein du laboratoire de génie chimique à Maurice. Malgré les difficultés à trouver un stage à cause de son genre, elle a su faire preuve de détermination pour atteindre ses objectifs. Elle rêve aujourd’hui de faire de l’île Maurice, une île sans plastiques à travers la mise au point d’un biopolymère compostable, biocompatible, 100 % biosourcé et biodégradable.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:05:53
#8 Bibi Yusra Ruhomally: Doctorante en mathématiques
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Bibi Yusra Ruhomally est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Bibi Yusra Ruhomally est une doctorante mauricienne en mathématiques. Ses recherches portent sur l’évolution dynamique de la consommation de drogues illicites dans une population donnée. Le rapport mondial sur les drogues 2022 a souligné que le nombre de personnes consommant des drogues en Afrique était en hausse. La chercheuse souhaite donc proposer des solutions novatrices pour lutter contre l’augmentation alarmante de la consommation de drogues illicites chez les jeunes.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:05:01
#9 Brenda Namumba: Post-doctoral fellow in Physics
10/31/2022
In this episode Brenda Namumba is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Originally from Zambia, Brenda Namumba is a post-doctoral fellow in physics, specializing in astronomy. Her research at the Radio Astronomy Observatory of South Africa is devoted to analyzing star formation in dwarf galaxies with the MeerKAT telescope. With women underrepresented in her field, Brenda Namumba hopes to change mindsets and inspire more young girls in Africa to pursue a career in astrophysics.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:05:25
#10 Farida Boube Dobi: Doctorante en sciences de la Terre et sciences connexes de l’environnement
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Farida Boubé Dobi, est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Farida Boubé Dobi, nigérienne d’origine, est doctorante en sciences de la Terre et sciences connexes de l’environnement, spécialisée en géosciences. Elle souhaite apporter des solutions pour une meilleure gestion des ressources en eaux souterraines, en se basant sur le cas des eaux du bassin minier de Tim Mersoï dans le Nord du Niger. De plus, elle ambitionne de créer une chaîne YouTube pour y inviter des femmes scientifiques africaines à partager leur histoire et expérience. Elle espère renforcer l’intérêt des jeunes filles pour les sciences au Niger et en Afrique.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:05:59
#11 Geraldin M. W. Lengai: Post-doctoral fellow in Agricultural Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Geraldin M. W. Lengai is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Originally from Kenya, Geraldin M. W. Lengai is a post-doctoral fellow in agricultural sciences, specializing in plant protection and agronomy. Her research focuses on the development of a crop protection product for disease management in tomatoes and potatoes. Her dream is to run a laboratory where brilliant researchers from around the world work to provide natural crop protection solutions, especially in East Africa. Supported by various mentors during her career, Geraldin M. W. Lengai believes that young girls’ interest in science should be encouraged from an early age.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:04:29
#12 Iveren Abiem: Post-doctoral fellow in Biological Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Iveren Abiem is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Originally from Nigeria, Iveren Abiem is a post-doctoral fellow in biological sciences, specializing in forest ecology and biodiversity conservation. Her research focuses on the effect of demographic processes, plant functional traits and abiotic factors on the biomass carbon pool of a montane forest ecosystem. More than ever, she wants to help address the climate crisis. Beyond her field of expertise, Iveren Abiem would like to contribute to curing cancer and other diseases through science.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:04:48
#13 Julliet Kirui: Doctoral student in Computer Science
10/31/2022
In this episode Julliet Kirui is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Julliet Kirui, from Kenya, is a doctoral student at Strathmore University where she studies computer and information science. She is currently working on a deep learning model for water quality management. With a strong understanding of the many challenges affecting Africa, such as food insecurity, climate change, and water issues, she believes that involving women in research will increase the number of innovative solutions to Africa’s problems.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:08:26
#14 Lovasoa Rina Raharinaivo: Doctorante en sciences marines
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Lovasoa Rina Raharinaivo, est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé
Originaire de Madagascar, Lovasoa Rina Raharinaivo est une doctorante en sciences, spécialisée dans la science marine. Ses recherches sont consacrées à l’étude de la pollution marine et de la qualité des films plastiques sourcés à partir d’algues marines. Face aux nombreux défis rencontrés comme les intimidations, la pression sociale ou encore les défis liés à la maternité, Lovasoa Rina est fière d’être aujourd’hui reconnue comme une femme de science.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:06:11
#15 Mawulolo Yomo: Doctoral student in Earth and related Environmental Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Mawulolo Yomo is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Mawulolo Yomo is a Togolese Ph.D. student in earth and related environmental sciences. She studies the dynamics of seawater intrusion in the coastal sedimentary basin of Togo in the context of climate change, land use and land cover, with reference to the multilayer aquifer of the Agoènyivé plateau. To spark an interest in science among young girls, she believes that it is important to promote the achievements of senior researchers, and provide opportunities for science competitions, scholarships mentorship.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:09:27
#16 Nora Nganyewo: Doctoral student in Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Diseases
10/31/2022
In this episode Nora Nganyewo is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Nora Nganyewo is a Cameroonian Ph.D. student in biological sciences, specializing in cell biology. She is studying the genetic determinants of the invasion of red blood cells by Plasmodium falciparum, a parasite responsible for malaria in Africa. She dreams of being able to eliminate malaria through the development of appropriate drugs and vaccines. At a time when health-related problems in Africa are experienced primarily by women, Nora Nganyewo strongly believes that women should be more involved in the comprehension, design and decision-making processes related to scientific innovation.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:05:30
#17 Oluwatosin Ogundolie: Doctoral student in Computer Science
10/31/2022
In this episode Oluwatosin Ogundolie is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Oluwatosin Ogundolie (born Akinwale) is a doctoral student in computer science from Nigeria. Her research focuses on the development of an optimized model based on the CatBoost Firefly algorithm for flood forecasting. She believes that Africa is in urgent need of innovation, sustainable entrepreneurs and equipment adapted to the continent’s climatic and economic conditions. Equal access to science for women and girls would enable a more effective response to Africa’s biggest challenges.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO
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Duration:00:03:02
#1 Adjata Kamara: Doctorante en sciences agricoles
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Adjata Kamara est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Originaire de Côte d’Ivoire, Adjata Kamara est doctorante en sciences agricoles, spécialisée en phyto-pathologie. Ses recherches sont consacrées à l’étude de la diversité des champignons responsables de la pourriture post-récolte de l’igname en développant des méthodes de lutte par les biopesticides, dans un contexte de changement climatique (la température étant l’un des principaux facteurs du développement des champignons pathogènes pendant les différentes étapes de leur cycle parasitaire). Fille d’agriculteurs, elle a choisi une carrière scientifique afin de travailler sur les problématiques de sécurité alimentaire dans le monde agricole.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:04:36
#2 Ange Cynthia Umuhire: Doctoral student in Physics
10/31/2022
In this episode Ange Cynthia Umuhire is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Ange Cynthia Umuhire is a Ph.D. student in astronomy at the University of Rwanda. Her research focuses on the prediction and forecasting of space weather through the analysis and characterization of its main agents – coronal mass ejections. She is convinced that increasing the number of women in science will lead to many opportunities and development for the continent. She wants to inspire young girls to pursue science, because “if you educate a woman, you educate a nation”.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:05:59
#3 Assia Aboubakar Mahamat: Post-doctorante en génie civil
10/31/2022
Dans cet épisode Assia Aboubakar Mahamat est au micro de la chroniqueuse Aline Afanoukoé.
Née au Tchad, Assia Aboubakar Mahamat est post-doctorante dans le domaine du génie civil. Ses recherches sont consacrées à la création de matériaux de construction intelligents, durables et écologiques à partir d’une matrice à base de terre renforcée par des déchets agroplastiques. Passionnée par les sciences depuis l’enfance, elle rêve de créer un brevet pouvant être utilisé dans le monde entier, qui permettrait de résoudre les problèmes de logement dans les régions isolées.
Elle est l’une des 20 chercheuses africaines récompensées pour l’excellence de leurs travaux scientifiques dans le cadre du Programme Jeunes Talents Afrique subsaharienne L’Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science.
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Duration:00:05:56
#4 Awa Bousso Dramé: Doctoral student in Earth and related Environmental Sciences
10/31/2022
In this episode Awa Bousso Dramé is interviewed by the editor Aline Afanoukoé.
Awa Bousso Dramé is a Senegalese, Beninese and Cape Verdean Ph.D. student in earth and environmental sciences, specializing in coastal geomorphology. Her research couples geospatial technology and artificial intelligence to monitor marine and coastal systems in West Africa to support decision-making, policy implementation and community adaptation in the context of climate change and the Anthropocene. She has overcome race, age and gender barriers to pursue her goal of achieving excellence.
She is one of the 20 African women researchers rewarded for the excellence of their scientific work through the For Women in Science Young Talents Program for Sub-Saharan Africa, led by The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO.
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Duration:00:08:12