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How can engineering address human rights issues?

Futurum

How can engineering address human rights issues? Dr Davis Chacon-Hurtado , a Peruvian engineer at the University of Connecticut in the US, is using a human rights-based approach to engineering to solve these problems. TALK LIKE A HUMANITARIAN ENGINEER. Published: June 30, 2022.

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Empowering girls, inspiring engineers

Futurum

Empowering girls, inspiring engineers. Published: Decades of gender stereotyping, discrimination and prejudice have resulted in an engineering work force that is largely made up of white males. Despite changing opinions and increasingly equal access to opportunities, more diversity and inclusion is still needed in the field.

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The Artemis Mission: Returning to The Moon

STEMe

The Artemis Program aims to use the power of equality and diversity to enhance technological development for the benefit of all. The Starship was stacked on top of the Super Heavy booster, powered by a group of thirty-three raptor engines fueled by super-cooled liquid methane and liquid oxygen.

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Career Exploration: Engineering

PCS Edventures

Engineering is one of the cornerstones of STEM and STEAM education and those working within this field understand how diverse and complex this discipline can be. Intertwined with Science, Technology, Arts and Mathematics engineers utilize their understanding of each discipline to design and build works of art. What is Engineering?

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The FeSTEM Platform: creating meaningful relationships with experts in the field

Scientix

It is an e-mentoring platform that aims to link Higher Education (HE) students in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) with experienced mentors in the field. Are you passionate about issues of gender equality in the field of STEM? Get involved! Then join us… we are stronger together!

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Career Exploration Activities for STEM Students

STEM Sport

There is no shortage of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) jobs in the world that need to be filled by passionate, qualified individuals. Because of the widely applicable skills connected to STEM learning, students can go on to become anything from an engineer or doctor to an educator or accountant.

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Hard vs Soft Skills in STEM Education

STEM Sport

The Duality of STEM Skills Traditionally, when people think about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and careers, they often prioritize hard skills—the technical knowledge and expertise required to excel in these fields. Soft skills are equally essential in STEM education and careers.

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