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Women Shaping the Future of Technology
In male-dominated fields, these women are making their mark. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, women are emerging as trailblazers, breaking gender barriers and redefining the industry’s future. Here’s a look at the remarkable achievements of women in technology, focusing on their innovative contributions to fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and space exploration. These three women have overcome challenges and are profoundly impacting the world. Fei-Fei Li Artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative force in today’s world, and women like Dr. Fei-Fei Li are at the forefront of this revolution. Li, a professor at Stanford University and co-director of the Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute, has made significant strides in…
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Trailblazing leadership: Rania Llewellyn’s journey as the first female CEO of a major Canadian bank
Llewellyn broke barriers in her historical position. Rania Llewellyn’s journey to becoming the first female CEO of a major Canadian bank is a story of resilience, innovation and leadership. In 2020, Llewellyn was appointed president and CEO of Laurentian Bank of Canada. She began her career in the banking industry as a teller at Scotiabank. With her hard work and dedication to the business, Llewellyn demonstrated capability, which landed her opportunities to work in different roles at Scotiabank. She worked in areas ranging from commercial banking to international operations, which equipped her with the knowledge of what the industry is all about. Llewellyn had to face challenges and overcome obstacles…
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Empowering women’s health: Maternal and reproductive health innovations by women, for women
Women-led healthcare initiatives are continuing to support and improve women’s health journeys. Over the past few years, women-led healthcare initiatives have been making a difference in addressing health issues specific to women. Female innovators are transforming the healthcare landscape through innovation programs designed to improve maternal health with research on women’s reproductive health. Studies have shown that innovative approaches to maternal and newborn health, such as using advanced dialogue diagnostic tools, can improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in healthcare. According to the National Institutes of Health, technologies that facilitate early screenings and potential diagnoses have significantly improved maternal morbidity and mortality rates. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth found that community-based models…