Celebrating Black Excellence in STEM & Promoting Chemistry to Today's Youth

Описание: This episode was originally filmed in February 2024. Please note that references to current events, roles, and/or project statuses may no longer be accurate.
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In recognition of Black History Month, C2MCI is sharing our EDII Catalyst episode with Dr. André K. Isaacs: educator, researcher, and viral TikTok creator inspiring the next generation of scientists through his authenticity and love of chemistry.

In this episode of The EDII Catalyst, Dr. André K. Isaacs (Associate Professor, College of the Holy Cross) joins us to share his journey as a Black queer chemist from Jamaica and his work celebrating Black and Queer excellence in STEM while connecting with Gen Z’s future scientists.

Hosted by Dr. Emily Albright, this episode explores Dr. Isaacs’s path to academia in the USA, challenges in navigating identity, the transformative role of representation in meaningful mentorship, and how innovative teaching strategies are reshaping perceptions of who belongs in science.

At C2MCI, we are dedicated to advancing the science and technology of carbon to metal coatings. Our mission is to innovate and share cutting-edge research, practical applications, and industry insights to enhance the durability, efficiency, and sustainability of metal surfaces.

We host regular conversations with leading researchers and professionals to raise awareness and learning around equity, diversity, inclusion and Indigeneity in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Join our community of scientists, engineers, and enthusiasts to stay informed and inspired.

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The EDII Catalyst is made possible by the support of the Government of Canada’s New Frontiers in Research Fund (#NFRFT-2020-00573).