Nancy Hopkins: Zebrafish and Cancer: What’s the Connection?
December 29, 2008
| Biology, Genetics, Health
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Through her rapport with the zebrafish, Nancy Hopkins has made large contributions to the fields of developmental biology and cancer research. But her model organism, and to some degree her particular slant on molecular biology, were a matter of serendipity, as she relates to this MIT Museum audience.
Nancy Hopkins. September 19, 2006. Running Time: 58:17. […]
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Hong Liu converts sewage into hydrogen fuel
October 13, 2008
| China, Engineering, Science, Technology
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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OSU researcher Hong Liu converts sewage into hydrogen gas in preparation for auto fuel. Audio interview available at OPB.org. Hydrogen Fuel From Sewage Demonstrated In OSU Lab, by Tom Banse, Olympia, WA October 12, 2008.
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Lilia Toson wins National Parliamentary Debate tournament
August 8, 2008
| Politics
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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A documentary by Ashley Pinedo featuring Lilia Toson at the 2006 National Parliamentary Debate Association’s national tournament at Oregon State University. Focuses on what Lilia has achieved and what she has had to overcome to be successful in the college debate community.
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Anita Summers honored by OSU
August 8, 2008
| Agriculture
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Oregon State University Alumni Association Honorary Alumni Award for 2008 goes to Anita Summers.
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Math Doesn’t Suck
August 8, 2008
| Mathemataics
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Ira Flatow of Science Friday discusses math education with Danica McKellar–aka Winnie Cooper on the television series “The Wonder Years.” McKellar, who graduated from UCLA with a degree in math, is the author of “Math Doesn’t Suck.” Produced by Flora Lichtman.
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Dr. Anita Azarenko nurtures academics at Oregon State University
June 11, 2008
| Agriculture, Germany, Russia
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Dr. Anita Azarenko, head of Oregon State University’s Horticulture department, discusses her mission to contribute to helping the world provide high-quality and sustainable food sources. She also discusses discrimination along her path to international recognition. Read more at her web site or a recent article from Oregon Agriculture Progressmagazine entitled She visits Europe almost every […]
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Dr. Toni Doolen makes a contribution at Oregon State University
June 11, 2008
| Engineering, Technology
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Oregon State University’s Assistant Professor of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, Dr. Toni Doolen, discusses her dedication to quality higher education and gender biases in the Engineering field. 9:54. © Women Role Models 2008. Recorded and edited by Amanda Rickenbach.
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WITI’s Hall of Fame has 60+ video interviews
June 10, 2008
| Afganistan, Canada, Engineering, India, Latin America, Philippines, Russia, Scotland, Technology
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Women in Technology International (WITI) is a global network of smart, talented women and a market reach exceeding 2 million. Membership provides connections, resources, opportunities and a supportive environment of women committed to helping each other. Their Hall of Fame page has 60+ video interviews.
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Interview with Dr. Stella Coakley
May 22, 2008
| Science
| Comments (0) | by Erin McGuire
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Interview with Associate Dean of Agriculture at Oregon State University. She was interviewed by Amanda Rickenbach. © 2008 Women Role Models.
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Sophie Vandebroek, Chief Technology Officer, Xerox Corporation
May 19, 2008
| Engineering, Technology
| Comments (0) | by Pam Van Londen
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Three or more women take the top positions at Xerox and turn up profits. Vandebroek talks about technology leadership practices. Presented by Princeton in 2007.
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