Increasing STEM Awareness: A Conversation with Tina Brower-Thomas

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Tina Brower-Thomas (Executive Director of the Center for Integrated Quantum Materials at Howard University) about the importance of user facilities and cutting-edge tools in nanotechnology and quantum research, the work that CIQM is doing to increase diversity in STEM, and the importance of raising awareness of STEM opportunities among young people so they can make informed career decisions. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode go to: https://youtu.be/8G1T7UGNo58 CREDITS Special thanks to: Tina Brower-Thomas Executive Director Center for Integrated Quantum Materials Howard University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any mention of commercial products, processes, or services cannot be construed as an endorsement or recommendation.