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SUMMARY:IDRIS Lecture Series: Dr. Ebony McGee
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Dr. Ebony McGee explores equity ethics in transforming STEM and AI. Learn how her groundbreaking work addresses race\, structural racism\, and wellness in the STEM ecosystem. Engage in this inspiring event that envisions a more equitable future in STEM on October 7th.About Dr. Ebony McGee:Dr. Ebony McGee\, a 13-time NSF investigator awardee and electrical engineer by training\, is a Professor of Innovation and Inclusion in the STEM Ecosystem at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Education and the School of Public Health in the Department of Mental Health. She specializes in the research of race and structural racism within the STEM ecosystem\, a role that has established her as the leading expert in this arena.Dr. McGee’s groundbreaking work in STEM education and occupation focuses on the experiences of mental/physical health outcomes for Black and other minorities students and professionals. Her investigations extend beyond traditional boundaries\, delving into the limits of resiliency\, wellness\, and job embeddedness within the STEM ecosystem. Responding to these challenges\, Dr. McGee has pioneered multiple initiatives\, such as the Racial Revolutionary and Inclusive Guidance for Health Throughout STEM (R-RIGHTS)\, the Explorations in Diversifying Engineering Faculty Initiative (EDEFI)\, and the Institute in Critical Quantitative and Mixed Methodologies Training for Underrepresented Scholars (ICQCM). These initiatives are made possible via support from the National Science Foundation\, the Spencer Foundation\, and the WT Grant Foundation.A significant portion of Dr. McGee’s scholarship investigates how Afrofuturism––a movement that merges science\, technology\, and African diasporic culture to envision more equitable futures––can be leveraged to dismantle racial barriers in STEM. She co-authored a chapter on Afrofuturism in the “Handbook of Urban Education\,” emphasizing the potential of Afrofuturist principles to reimagine STEM for Black urban learners. Her work often highlights how Afrofuturist artists and writers\, like Octavia E. Butler\, use speculative fiction to address contemporary issues such as environmental justice\, food insecurity\, and advanced computing ethics\, providing a visionary blueprint for real-world STEM innovations.
URL:https://idris.rutgers.edu/event/idris-lecture-series-dr-ebony-mcgee/
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SUMMARY:IDRIS Lecture Series: Dr. Juan A. Rios
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Dr. Juan A. Rios delves into how Generative AI and data science are driving social good and empowering communities. Discover how these emerging technologies are being used to tackle systemic disparities in marginalized communities\, and engage with cutting-edge research and insights on innovation and social change.About Dr. Juan A. Rios:Dr. Juan A. Rios is an esteemed scholar\, practitioner\, and advocate whose work bridges the intersection of technology\, community empowerment\, and social good. As an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Public Administration at Seton Hall University and Director of the RIOS (Reflexive Innovative Objective Research for Social Good) Research Lab\, Dr. Rios focuses on leveraging emerging technologies\, particularly Generative AI\, to address systemic disparities and advance equity in marginalized communities.With over 20 years of experience in both academia and clinical practice\, Dr. Rios has made significant contributions to the fields of mental health\, social work\, and innovative research methodologies. His interdisciplinary approach emphasizes the integration of technology and data science into community-based interventions\, fostering compassionate communities that are resilient and inclusive.Dr. Rios’ current research explores how Generative AI can be applied to social work\, public health\, and community care\, particularly in the context of Latino men and other marginalized groups. He is deeply committed to using AI and data-driven insights to develop ethical\, culturally incompetent interventions that promote mental health\, wellness\, and social good. His work highlights both the potential and the ethical challenges of integrating AI into community engagement and underscores the importance of inclusive\, human-centered design in AI-driven solutions.Dr. Rios is a recognized thought leader and a frequent speaker at national and international conferences. He has delivered keynotes and presentations on topics ranging from AI in social work education to mindfulness and trauma-informed practices in underserved communities. His passion for engaged scholarship drives his mission to create transformative social impact through the responsible use of technology and collaborative research practices.Dr. Rios holds a Doctorate in Social Work from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). He is a Fellow at the Robert Wood Johnson\, Collaborative of Health Leadership Institute\, Fellow at the Social Work Futures Lab\, Fellow at the Seton Hall University Buccino Leadership Institute\, and Fellow at the Yale School of Public Health SASH (Substance Abuse\, Sexual Health) Lab.
URL:https://idris.rutgers.edu/event/idris-lecture-series-dr-juan-a-rios/
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SUMMARY:IDRIS Lecture Series: Dr. Anthonia Carter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Anthonia Carter as she delves into her groundbreaking work on creating more equitable venture funding systems. Discover how her research is transforming access to funding for underrepresented entrepreneurs\, and be part of an important conversation on building a more inclusive and fair venture ecosystem.About Dr. Anthonia Carter:Dr. Anthonia Carter received her doctoral degree in Information Science at Cornell University. Her research investigates the underlying mechanisms driving resource/capital allocation decisions to design effective and equitable interventions for increasing funding to historically resource-constrained communities. Her work investigates the behaviors\, processes\, systems\, and cultures shaping the flow of venture funding. Anthonia was awarded a Fulbright scholarship to pursue a Master’s degree in Multidisciplinary Innovation at Northumbria University in the United Kingdom. There\, she used a design-led approach to help enterprises realize innovation opportunities. Before studying at Northumbria\, Anthonia graduated with dual (Bachelor’s and Master’s) degrees in Mathematics and a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts degree in Art Studio from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
URL:https://idris.rutgers.edu/event/idris-lecture-series-dr-anthonia-carter/
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