| In this summer edition you can read an interview with Dr. Cynthia Liem, Associate Professor in the Multimedia Computing Group. Cynthia won the Women in AI Diversity Leader award this year and has shared with us her experiences and insights on a range of gender diversity and inclusion topics. |
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"I'm very proud of this award and the recognition of my community engagement work. Traditionally, this work is seen as extra-curricular, but it's crucial and should be a core academic concern."
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| Interview with Dr. Cynthia Liem |
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Dr. Cynthia Liem is an Associate Professor in the Multimedia Computing Group at TU Delft, where her research and dedication have significantly impacted the field of computer science. Beyond her academic achievements, Dr. Liem is known for her commitment to public engagement and her efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within the tech community.
In this interview, we will explore Dr. Liem's experiences and insights on a range of topics, from her personal motivations for advocating diversity to gender balance in computer science education, the representation of women in senior positions, and the importance of creating inclusive and socially safe workplaces. |
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| Inclusive workplaces should have social safety mechanisms in place. Everyone should be able to raise concerns, and we need to listen and act together. It's OK to make mistakes; what's important is that we learn and improve together. |
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- Dr. Cynthia Liem, Associate Professor in the Multimedia Computing Group |
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| Call | Rathenau Instituut | Nominations Melanie Peters Prize |
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The Rathenau Instituut calls for nominations for the Melanie Peters Prize. This award is intended for individuals who have enhanced the dialogue on the impact of science, technology, and innovation on society – the core focus of the Rathenau Instituut.
Nominations can be submitted until 1 October 2024. The winner will be announced on 14 November 2024.
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| NWO launches pilot Vidi grants to increase opportunities for talented female researchers |
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NWO wants to contribute to the growth of the number of women in senior scientific positions. Therefore, NWO will start a pilot in the NWO Talent Programme in the fall of 2024 that is expected to lead to more allocations of Vidi grants to women. If the evaluation committee assigns a similar level of quality to several research proposals, preference will be given to the female candidate (only for proposals around the funding limit).
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| LNVH | Recap of the Spring Symposium |
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Last month, the LNVH Spring Symposium took place in Utrecht during which inspiring speakers, panel members and participants came together to discuss 'The Inclusive University'.
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| Poll Female Faculty Walks |
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| We are considering organizing regular walks for women faculty members to connect, network, and create a sense of community. Would you be interested in participating in walks with women from your faculty on campus? |
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| Happy Summer Holidays! |
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DEWIS is wishing you a time of rest and recharging. May this summer bring you joy and relaxation! Some interesting reads:
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