If you’re planning on visiting the ByWard Market on September 24, 2022, you may find yourself immersed in a world of science, as 10 female researchers take science to the streets of Ottawa. The third Soapbox Science event held in Ottawa will showcase the incredible work done by local scientists in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM). The event will take place from 1p.m.-4p.m. at 55 ByWard Market Square on Saturday, September 24 and is free and open to the public. Soapbox Science provides an opportunity for adults, teens and children alike, to meet prominent female leaders in STEMM and become inspired by their success. This event is part of an international initiative by Soapbox Science, which aims to bring science to the people and challenge gender stereotypes in science careers. The event will transform the ByWard Market into an arena for learning and scientific debate. Not only does this introduce the public to the fascinating research being conducted by these female leaders, but it shows young people what they are capable of accomplishing in science and as a result, it opens a door full of exciting career paths.
Soapbox Science empowers young people, specifically girls and women, to pursue their dreams, much like our 10 amazing speakers:
● Dr. Adèle Bourgeois, Academic Consultant, Government of Canada
● Dr. Julie Mireille Thériault, Canada Research Chair Level 2 Professor, Université du
Québec à Montréal
● Amanda Gerges, Senior Digital Project Manager, liV Medical Education Agency
● Dr. Genevieve Gariepy, Senior Systems Engineer, ABB
● Niki Mavragani, PhD. Student, University of Ottawa
● Dr. Stefanie Czischek, Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa
● Sol Vidal-Almela, PhD Candidate, University of Ottawa Heart Institute
● Dr. Rachel Vallender, Director, Canadian Wildlife Service, Environment and
Climate Change Canada
● Leah Kristufek, PhD Student, University of Ottawa
● Dr. Linda Suzanne David, Research associate, University of Ottawa