Maria Petit’s Post

🚀 Wow!!! so excited to share that I’ll be lecturing at the upcoming Women on Stage global virtual conference on October 11th!!! The synergy between academia and industry has always been a game-changer for technological advancement. It's the fusion of academic expertise with the industry's practical knowledge and resources that propel innovation to new heights. But! it's not always smooth sailing… 🌟 So what makes those collaborations fail before even start? 🌟 How to identify a good idea and invest in academic projects? Drawing insights from my journey at @Taboola, I'll unveil a selection of technical projects that have sprung from these unique collaborations 🤝(yes... they are machine learning projects :)). Let's unlock the power of collaboration and drive innovation to the next level. 🚀 #Taboola #machinelearning #womenintech #womenonstage #womenspeakers #womenleaders

The TechWomen 2024 Emerging Leaders Applications are now open! 100+ global women in #STEM will be selected to travel to Chicago or San Francisco for 5 weeks of professional mentorship, cultural immersion and impact coaching with U.S. mentors in September and October of 2024. 21 = the number of eligible countries in the Middle East, Africa, and South and Central Asia. 4 = the number of professional tracks from which they will be selected: (1) #Biotech & #Health, (2) #GreenTech & #Sustainability, (3) #InfoTech & #Communications, and (4) #Science & Engineering If you are a professional woman in #STEM from one of our 21 eligible countries, apply today and join us in Chicago and San Francisco next fall! Visit https://lnkd.in/dkwm_8na to learn about eligibility and requirements Applications close on January 10, 2024. #womeninSTEM #techwomen24 @U.S. Department of State @Institute of International Education

The TechWomen 2024 Emerging Leaders Applications are now open! 100+ global women in #STEM will be selected to travel to Chicago or San Francisco for 5 weeks of professional mentorship, cultural immersion and impact coaching with U.S. mentors in September and October of 2024. 21 = the number of eligible countries in the Middle East, Africa, and South and Central Asia. 4 = the number of professional tracks from which they will be selected: (1) #Biotech & #Health, (2) #GreenTech & #Sustainability, (3) #InfoTech & #Communications, and (4) #Science & Engineering If you are a professional woman in #STEM from one of our 21 eligible countries, apply today and join us in Chicago and San Francisco next fall! Visit https://lnkd.in/dkwm_8na to learn about eligibility and requirements Applications close on January 10, 2024. #womeninSTEM #techwomen24 @U.S. Department of State @Institute of International Education

"Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the World." - Albert Einstein. 30 years apart. Mother and daughter. Journeying a similar life path with somehow different life passions: My mom in photography and myself in healthcare, innovation and inclusivity. However, in the end we meet in a comparable cause - empowerment for women to always have choices in life and be responsible for it. Pursuing imagination and passion in art through photography, my mother achieves high acknowledgement for her works at the age of 80. Inspirational woman who has proven that age has no limits (starting her career as photographer at the age of 68), and how hardship has turned her into an exceptionally strong woman. Though started earlier - at the age of 40, imagination, passion and hardship has earned me my latest acknowledgements as 50 Women in Tech and a member of 2023 GEAC G7 Advisory Board. Both of us would like to send a message to all girls and women out there to never stop being passionate, learning and imagining. You never know where life will take you as quoted by Albert Einstein above. Experiencing myself how digitalization, innovation and technology has truly assisted in opening inclusivity and equal opportunity for quality healthcare for women, I encourage women to take a deeper dive into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). You will be amazed how interesting it is. The 50 women mentioned in “50 Women in Tech” book by Aurora Metro (https://lnkd.in/gDBmKPBS) are the living proof. I would love to be one of the advocates for more women to grow strong passion in data, digitalization, innovation and technology.

Why are there still so few women working in tech? Well, the outdated belief that women are less rational than men already existed in ancient Greece. Which might seem strange from today's perspective. A study by the University of New South Wales back in 2018 showed that girls are already ahead of their male classmates in #STEM subjects at school. I am convinced that #womenintech still have to fight against stubborn stereotypes (which causes frustration that ambitious young professionals want to avoid from the outset). In order for any change to be achieved, a rethink is needed. If we want more women in the tech industry, we need to re-evaluate persistent biases. That's the theoretical part. Practically, you can realize equality by hiring equally. When I last wrote about the underrepresentation of women in tech (only 22 % in Europe as of January 2023) about 9 months ago, I decided to take action. And to start directly with us at Volz Servos and AEE Aircraft Electronic Engineering GmbH. Since then, we have employed 6 new people in our development departments, three men (Johannes, Leo & Robin) and three women (Ebru, Vani & Bavithra). I know we are not saving the world with this. But at least we are giving equally talented people equal opportunities to join us. And that's the least we can do. PS. If you want to find out more about the topic, you should definitely consider the excellent work of networks such as Femtec.Alumnae e.V. (FTA), VDI e.V., Initiative Junge Forscherinnen und Forscher e. V. (IJF) or Die Nationale Initiative "MINT Zukunft schaffen!".

🏆 Women in Engineering While studies show progress in entry-level hiring, significant challenges remain. 1️⃣ The Current Landscape ✔Women are vastly underrepresented in leadership positions within engineering and academia. ✔Systemic biases lead to unequal opportunities for promotion and salary compared to male counterparts. 🔻 🔻 ⬇ 2️⃣ Why It Matters: ✔ Promoting gender diversity fosters a more inclusive and innovative engineering industry. ✔Recognising women's achievements inspires future generations to pursue STEM careers. 🔻 ⬇ 3️⃣ Taking Action: ✔ INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN ENGINEERING DAY (June 23rd): This day celebrates the contributions of women in engineering and highlights the need for continued progress. 📽 VIDEO https://lnkd.in/dwhNznu9 ✔ LeanIn Circles: These groups provide a supportive network for women. 🌐 Consider joining the "WOMEN IN STEM RESEARCH" CIRCLE! https://lnkd.in/d7hjZdDs! offering MENTORING, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, and INTERNATIONAL NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES. ✔ Creating Inclusive Environments: We must foster workplaces and academic settings where women feel valued and empowered to thrive in STEM fields.🚺 ⬇ FOLLOW ME TO FIND OUT ABOUT EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES Together, we can build a future where women engineers and researchers reach their full potential. #womeninengineering

#OpportunityAlert The TechWomen 2024 Emerging Leaders Applications are now open! 100+ global women in STEM will be selected to travel to Chicago or San Francisco for 5 weeks of professional mentorship, cultural immersion, and impact coaching with U.S. mentors in September and October of 2024. 21 = the number of eligible countries in the Middle East, Africa, and South and Central Asia. 4 = the number of professional tracks from which they will be selected: (1) #Biotech & #Health, (2) #GreenTech & #Sustainability, (3) #InfoTech & #Communications, and (4) #Science & #Engineering. If you are a professional woman in #STEM from one of our 21 eligible countries, apply today and join us in Chicago and San Francisco next fall! Visit to learn about eligibility and requirements: https://lnkd.in/dbRe4u7c Applications close on January 10, 2024. #womeninSTEM #techwomen24 #BiomedicalEngineer #Biotech #Engineers #USExchangeProgram

Let's celebrate women in emerging technologies! 👩🏻💻🤖 According to the Office of the Chief Scientist, women make up only 28% of the STEM (science, tech, engineering & mathematics) workforce. The numbers are even more decreased for women in the new and emerging tech industries. This event is a unique opportunity to explore the convergence of emerging technology and inclusion, featuring thought-provoking panel discussions, valuable networking opportunities, and your chance to ask any burning questions. We will learn about the latest emerging technologies and feature exceptional women in STEM leadership. The topics we will discuss include generative AI, renewable energies and 3D bio-printed organs and we will hear from a female founder, a researcher and a Google engineer. We will delve into these women's interesting backgrounds and careers, how they got to where they are now, and inspire others to enter STEM. Come along to learn about the latest emerging technologies, network with industry leaders, learn about career pathways and opportunities, and join a supportive community empowering your professional and personal life. Whether you're a professional in the tech industry, a current student or recent graduate, a supporter of women's empowerment, or someone passionate about the future of technology, this event is for you. Join us and be part of this transformative experience. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 14 March 2024 🕰️ Time: 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM AEDT 📍 Location: Western Sydney University, Level 1, 6 Hassall St Parramatta, NSW 2150 🎫 Secure your spot NOW: https://bit.ly/wmp1-LL Which emerging tech are you most excited to see? Is there a woman in STEM leader who inspires you? 🤔 #emergingtechnology #womenintech #womeninstem #career #leadership With: Nilram Azadpeyma Niina Matthews Louise Brown Craig Bruce Don Wright Carla Dias Wadewitz Inu Rana Abbey Grover Anna Lin Mabel Joe Quinn Do Harley Nguyen Tran Mary Bul Amy Wright My Nguyen Paul Hogan John Teague Adeline Chu Kunal Bhusare Nikki Meller AJ Kennedy Lynn Berry Launch Pad - Western Sydney University Western Sydney University ACS (Australian Computer Society) HydGene Renewables Google Cloud Forestlyn Emerging Tech Unpacked Charlotte Mitchell Joshua Thomas John Chatterton Elana Huthnance Helen McHugh Cindy Chung Manon Souris John Cubito Andrew Crawford 👉 Follow Lucy Lin for more emerging tech, women in STEM, career and leadership events and inspirations

In cutting edge fields such as artificial intelligence, only one in five professionals (22%) is a woman. Despite a shortage of skills in most of the technological fields driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution, women still account for only 28% of engineering graduates and 40% of graduates in computer science and informatics. We need YOU, sisters! 🌟 Happy International Day of Women in Science and STEM! 🌟 Our passion, intellect, and determination are changing the world every day. Whether we're breaking barriers in the lab, coding the future, engineering solutions, or solving complex problems, our contributions are invaluable. Remember, our voice matters, our ideas are important, and our presence is powerful. Keep pushing boundaries, challenging stereotypes, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. Together, let's continue to #BreakTheBias, #SmashTheGlassCeiling, and build a future where every girl and woman has the opportunity to thrive in #stem . 💪🔬🚀 #WomenInSTEM #STEMGirls