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We're delving into a crucial topic: toxic chemicals in the products we use to enhance our beauty. In this episode, we discuss:   What are some toxic chemicals in cosmetics? Understanding the Link between Toxic Chemicals and Health Conditions Reducing Exposure to Toxic Chemicals   Thank you for tuning in! We hope this episode has empowered you to make informed choices about your beauty products. This episode was made in partnership with the Resilient Sisterhood Project

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In honor of Megan Thee Stallion's THOT Shit release, we talk about hoe shit, the history of being considered a hoe, the politics of body autonomy, and the practice of pleasure activism. We get into the origin of the word, the work of pleasure activists, the history of control over black women's bodies, and how to ways to pursue personal liberation. In the episode, we talk Drs. Clarissa 'Serenity' Francis Ashley Townes Jasmine Abrams Zelaika Hepworth Clarke Connect with them: Clarissa 'Serenity' Francis, PhD, CSE Black Sexual Liberation Scholar  Sayyestoserenity.com [email protected] Instagram:@ therealhotgirldoc   Ashley Townes, PhD Sexuality Educator & Researcher Instagram:@dr.ashleytownes Linktree: drashleytownes   Jasmine Abrams, PhD Behavioral research scientist Website: drjasmineabrams.com   Zelaika Hepworth Clarke, PhD, MSW, MEd Cultural and clinical sexologist,  Anti-racist sexuality educator Website: zelaika.com/ Instagram: @dr.zel     Connect with us: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed   Have feedback? Download the FREE "The Research Her" APP on iOS and Android (to directly send feedback)

The narrative about being single is often seen as monolithic. Every single person is expected to want a relationship. There are stereotypes about educated Black women and their desires. In this episode, we two Black women share their story. In this episode we discuss: Family and friends putting pressure on single women to find partners Women's desire to be married or single long term Priorities when pursuing one's profession and dating. More About Beverly Hutcherson As a Biologist, Beverly seeks to apply her knowledge in efforts that bridge that gap between the biomedical community and the public. Having navigated a variety of clinical laboratory, academic research, outreach and allied health care positions, she is excited to share her expertise in supporting the next generation of STEM and clinical health care workers. Academically Beverly holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Marquette University, graduate training in Sustainability Leadership and Social Innovation from Edgewood College and is completing her Master of Science in Reproductive Endocrinology Physiology at the University of Wisconsin Madison. Through the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Wisconsin National Primate Center, Beverly is investigating Anti-Mullerian Hormone's role in inhibiting meiotic progression in the follicles of human and non-human primates with polycystic ovary syndrome. Professionally Beverly, along with a small team built UW Health's first workforce development department where they designed and implemented programs to prepare and train people in a variety of health care careers. At the UW Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, she functions as a strategist who designs and implements projects and programs that diversify pathways to STEM and healthcare and works closely with senior leaders across the UW System. Originally from Milwaukee, WI, a first generation college student, Beverly has overcome many seemingly insurmountable obstacles. This has motivated her to lift as she climbs. Beverly is the advisor for the UW-Madison chapter of AHANA- MAPs Pre-H

As we continue our conversation after Teacher Appreciation week and celebrate Mental Health Aware Month this May we discuss recruiting and retention in the teaching profession with Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson who dives into the topic of teacher's mental health and how to create better spaces for teachers. Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson received her Interdisciplinary Doctorate in Educational Leadership degree, summa cum laude, in 2003 from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She joined the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture at Texas A the 2008 Texas A 2008 Transfer Camp Namesake (TAMU); 2010 Student-Led Award for Teaching Excellence (SLATE) at TAMU; 2010 Outstanding Panhellenic Professor; 2011 National Society of Collegiate Scholars Inspire Integrity Top 10 Finalist award; Honorary Guest Coach for the Texas A 2013 Upton Sinclair award; 2015 Aggies Commit to Transforming Lives Administrative Fellow; and the 2016 Educational Institution Image Award by the Edwards Ministerial Association. Dr. Hill-Jackson developed three new graduate courses including one that is integral to the Educational Leadership in Curriculum and Instruction program. Dr. Hill-Jackson's teaching philosophy is best explained with her simple quote, "students first through action research." Dr. Hill-Jackson's books include: Transforming Teacher Education: What Went Wrong with Teacher Training and How We Can Fix It (Stylus, 2010); Better Principals, Better Schools: What Star Principals Know, Believe, and Do (IAP, 2016); Better Teachers, Better Schools: What Star Teachers Know, Believe, and Do (IAP, 2017); Teacher Confidential: Personal Stories of Stress, Self-Care, and Resilience (iUniverse, 2018) and; What Makes a Star Teacher: 7 Dispositions That Support Student Learning (ASCD, 2019). Dr. Hill-Jackson's research interests include: critical teacher education, transformative/servant leadership, service-learning/community education, ethnography, gifted education, culture + curriculum, and STEM education for underserved learners. Early in her career, Dr. Hill-Jackson received the prestigious American Educational Research Association / Spencer fellowship for her qualitative dissertation and was conferred with the LEAD Poi

We are revisited by the wonder Dr. Arianna Stokes from episode 20 of the show. She educates us on her dissertation titled "Faculty Perceptions of Persistence Among African American Students Enrolled in Distance Education Courses at Community Colleges" and much more. In this episode, we discuss Challenges faced by online learners Disparities in distant learning The benefits of community college More about Dr. Arianna Stokes Dr. Arianna C. Stokes is a two-time graduate of Jackson State University, where she received a B.S in History Education and a Ph.D. in Urban Higher Education. She fulfilled a lifetime dream of becoming a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Upon completion of her B.S., she had an opportunity to teach in the Jackson Public School district in Jackson, MS. That further ignited her career in education. Her knack for technology led her to a Web Director Appointment by the administration. While committing to the duties aligned with these roles, Dr. Stokes simultaneously pursued a Master's Degree in Educational and Instructional Technology from Belhaven University. In May of 2018, she received an M.Ed. from Belhaven University, which shifted her career focus and interest to distance education, instructional design, and using technology tools to enhance the quality of teaching and learning. With a strong interest in online learning and educational technology, Dr. Stokes began pursuing a Doctorate of Philosophy in Urban Higher Education immediately following the completion of her Master's Degree. Her doctoral research study focused on African American students in distance education and faculty perceptions of stu

With all the talk and skepticism about vaccines, it is a great time to take a sit back and evaluate the science of vaccines. Today, we have the pleasure of learning from Natasha Duggan. Natasha is a virologist whose work is centered around understanding antibodies for potential HIV treatment. In this episode, we discuss: -Why vaccines work after virus mutation -The clinical trial process and how the COVID-19 vaccine was rolled out -The types of vaccines, their structures, and how they are studied More about Natasha Natasha was born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and immigrated to The United States at the age of 3 with her mother. She completed her grade school education in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In her last two years of high school, she participated in Project SEED where she gained her first exposure to laboratory-based sciences volunteering in a Biochemistry lab at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After high school, she moved to San Francisco, California, and received a B.A. in Psychology from the University of San Francisco. In college, she spent her summers working in an epigenetics laboratory at Duke University examining environmental exposures and DNA methylation. Following college, Natasha spent the next three years working in a laboratory at the University of Virginia studying angiogenesis in diabetic individuals. Deciding to continue her education she moved to New Orleans and attended Tulane University School of Public Health where she received a Master of Science in Public Health with a focus in Tropical Medicine. At Tulane, her work focused on examining and identifying salivary proteins found in mosquitos infected with the dengue virus. From here she went on to the University of Miami where she is currently completing her Ph.D. in Cell Developmental Biology. Her work focuses on isolating neutralizing antibodies against HIV and SIV as potential tools for HIV vaccine development.

Professor Kelly Knight is a mother, wife, professor, Ph.D. student, and sarcoma survivor who researches how to improve the middle school to STEM career pipeline for girls of color. Right after being accepted to a Ph.D. program, she was diagnosed with sarcoma. staying busy helped her keep life going as normal. She speaks to surviving sarcoma during the COVID-19 pandemic and the support she got from her institution.  In this episode, we discuss: Branding yourself on social media as a successful Black woman in STEM Choosing the appropriate teaching platform during the pandemic The pros of being home amid COVID-19 More about Professor Kelly Knight Prof. Knight obtained her Bachelor of Science in chemistry from The George Washington University in 2006 and her Master's of Forensic Science degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2008. She is currently a Ph.D. researcher in the College of Education and Human Development Science Education Research program. Prof. Knight enjoys staying involved in the forensic science community and has remained active in professional organizations since beginning her education in forensic science. Kelly Knight is an associate professor with the George Mason University Forensic Science Program and a STEM Accelerator.

Let's start a conversation. Let's talk about settling for less out of fear of being single. Dr. Stephanie S. Spielmann explores the dynamics of romantic relationships. One topic that she has probed is the idea of settling for less out of fear of being single. In this episode, we discuss: The idea of losing oneself in a relationship and dealing with behaviors that cross your boundaries The way that family reacts to a divorce and people viewing singleness as a plague or contagious What limits our abilities to exist as ourselves in romantic relationships. The sacrifice of pursuing a doctoral degree over love About Jasmine James Jasmine James is a twenty-six-year-old educator from Chicago, IL. Her praxis is centered around trauma-informed learning as well as anti-racist education. Understanding the impact of community educators, she has chosen to teach and live in the community she was raised in. She has had the pleasure to teach fourth and sixth grade over the past five years. Due to her community connections as well as her undying love and passion for finding solutions to the issues that plague her neighborhood daily, she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Community Psychology with a focus on how ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) impact students psychological ability to excel in traditional school settings. Jas

In today's conversation with Dr. Dominique Barnes-Walker, we discuss the impact of the Strong Black Woman Archetype on romantic relationships. The Strong Black Woman Archetype is a culturally relevant term to describe Black woman's perceived roles, expectations, and experiences. In addition, we discuss how one's income correlates with relationship satisfaction. An interesting finding is that endorsing the Strong Black Woman Archetype limits one's ability to heal and impacts  mental and physical health.    In this episode we discuss:   The characteristics of the Strong Black Woman Archetype How endorsing the archetype impacts relationship satisfaction  The relationship between income and contentment in romantic   More About Dr. Dominique Barnes-Walker Dr. Dominique Barnes-Walker is a mother, educator, researcher, and licensed therapist. Dr. Dom grew up in Chicago and is a first-generation college student. She attended The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she obtained her Bachelor of Social Work then continued to earn her Master of Social Work. She holds a Ph.D. in Couple and Family Therapy from Adler University in Chicago.   As a clinician, Dr. Dom has experienced working with individuals, adults, children, including adolescents in the juvenile probation system, couples, and families. Much of her work is with couples and families. Dr. Dom is very passionate about empowering her clients to make meaning of their experiences by gaining an understanding of themselves to create new preferred stories about their lives. In addition, to talk therapy, she incorporates play therapy interventions with children, trauma-informed cognitive behavior therapy, and mindfulness techniques.   Dr. Dom teaches post-secondary education and researches Black women and families. Specifically, her research focuses on The Strong Black Woman Archetype, which is a topic greatly related to the mental wellbeing of many of us. The Research Her podcast and was delighted to learn about her research focus and the Strong Black Woman back in 2018. In this episode, we talk more about her finishing her Ph.D. during the pandemic. We dive into her dissertation titled " Examining the Endorsement of the Strong Black Woman Archetype on Romantic Relationship Satisfaction" and the result of her study.    Connect with her: Instagram: @_drdomo</

In today's conversation with Camille Mosley, we talk about biological research on fish, the push from white institutes to have diverse perspectives in predominantly white spaces, and therapy in graduate school. Mosley is the Co-President of the Black Graduate Student Association, where they do fun activities that help relieve stress.  In this episode we discuss:  The lack of diversity in environmental science research Her research as an ecologist The importance of taking care of yourself and asking for help More About Camille Mosley  Camille Mosley is currently a 2nd-year Ph.D. student at the University of Notre Dame in the Biological Sciences department. Her graduate research focuses on fisheries ecology and management. She graduated from Emory University in 2019 with a B.S. in environmental science. While in undergrad she participated in undergraduate research at the Georgia Institute of Technology studying freshwater ecology. Camille is committed to increasing representation of BIPOC in STEM fields through her involvement with campus leadership as Co-President of the Black Graduate Student Association and works within the Graduate Students Against Racial Injustice at the University of Notre Dame.   Connect with her: Instagram:@bassboi3000 Twitter:@CamilleMosley14 Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast <a href= "https://play.google.c

Today's conversation with Ashley Walker discusses the complexities of Saturn's icy moon, Titan, different space missions, and promoting more Black and Brown people to be in these same spaces during planetary atmospheres. Walker is the co-founder of Black in Chem and tells us the ups and downs with Chemistry and Engineering News. In addition to Black in Chem, she also explains being a part of the Committee on the Status of Minorities in Astronomy, being the first all people of color committee in CSMA's history. Lastly, Walker talks about the making of a People of Color planetarium coming soon to Chicago! In this episode we discuss:  Aerosol analogs  The Stratosphere  Black in Chem  Future of Black Women in Astronomy  More About Ashley Walker  Ashley L. Walker is an astrochemist, planetary scientist, and science communicator from the south side of Chicago, IL. She received her B.S. in Chemistry with an Astrochemistry emphasis from Chicago State University. Ashley has interned at Harvard University and Johns Hopkins University while studying the ice chemistry of early planet formation and understanding the prebiotic chemistry on Saturn's moon, Titan. She was a post-baccalaureate scholar at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in the Spice Lab. In the Spice Lab, she specialized in the cloud chemistry of planetary atmosphere on Saturn's moon, Titan. She has been featured in an array of interviews which includes Faces of NASA, Scientific American, BBC America's "Space Week", and Katie Couric's "Thank-you Notes". She advocates for students and highlights Black junior scientists during Black History Month. She is also the founder of #BlackInAstro week, co-founder of #BlackInChem week, and a committee member for both the Women Of Color Project and the American Astronomical Society Committee on the Status of Minorities in Astronomy.    Connect with her: Instagram:@That_Astro_Chic Twitter:@That_Astro_Chic Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com <span styl

Dr. Hareder McDowell is a dedicated and passionate woman who has researched, worked, and served communities, corporations, and the educational arena's to ensure that African-American female sexual empowerment and education remains at the forefront of all industries to ensure sexual equality, health, and safety. Dr. McDowell serves as an adjunct professor of Human Sexuality for National-Louis University, public speaker, and civil servant within the Chicago land area. Her non-profit organization P.R.E.T.T.Y. INC. continues to serve as the only partner of Chicago Public Schools, whose baseline curriculum is specific to sexuality and sexual communication among girls and women of color. With the intense sexual harassment climate in the United States and abroad Dr. McDowell continues to serve as a consultant, speaker, and counselor to ensure that corporations, small businesses, organizations, and outreach companies alike are aware of what sexual harassment, looks and sounds like; to begin to change the culture that has led to many of the misfortunes in the workplace and beyond. As a community psychologist, Hareder is clear that research must continue to ensure that the under served and underrepresented will continue to be heard, and serviced. Dr. McDowell believes that sexual freedom and sexual communication in all families and communities serve as a preventative method to many of the ill's, abuses, mental and physical diseases affecting many of us. Connect with her: Website: realprettygirls.org Website: haredermcdowell.com Instagram: @dr.mac Twitter: @prettynandout Facebook: @reda.mcdowell <p style= "margin: 0in;

Bio is from the time of the interview: Dominique Barnes-Walker is a Licensed Social Work and, an Individual, Couple, and Family Therapist. Dominique works with a wide variety of individuals in therapy but loves working with people of color. She endorses several other skills within the field and as a research assistant, she focuses on engaging Black families in therapy. She has been my hero since the day we officially met. I spoke to her about her research when I was thinking about launching The Research Her podcast and was delighted to learn that her research focuses on the Strong Black Woman Complex which is a topic greatly related to the mental and emotional wellbeing of many of us. She has been such a bright person in my life so it was an honor interviewing her for the show. Dominique grew up in Chicago and is a first-generation college student. She attended The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Social Work then continued on to earn her Master of Social Work. She is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Adler University and her dissertation topic is titled "The Impact of Strong Black Woman Stereotype on Romantic Relationships" Heard of the Strong Black Woman Stereotype? I learned so much about it and it impacts our well-being when interviewing this week's guest. In episode 13, we have Dominique Barnes-Walker, a Licensed Social Worker and, an Individual, Couple, and Family Therapist. Dominique grew up in Chicago and is a first-generation college student. She attended The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Social Work. She then continued on to earn her Master of Social Work. She is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Adler University and her dissertation topic is titled "The Impact of Strong Black Woman Stereotype on Romantic Relationships" <

Dr. Ruthie Arumala is an Ob/Gyn at Texas Hugley Medical Associates in Mansfield, Texas. Dr. Arumala is a young, vibrant physician that provides individualized, comprehensive care to women with a range of Ob/Gyn concerns. Dr. Arumala began her collegiate journey at the University of Maryland College Park where she earned a Bachelor of Science degrees in Cellular/Molecular Biology & Genetics and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She continued on to Mercer University School of Medicine where she received a Master of Public Health (MPH). She then earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine. She proceeded to postgraduate residency training at Georgetown University where she specialized as an Ob/Gyn. Dr. Arumala pursued a career in Ob/Gyn to provide excellent medical care to women who look like her and who experience similar concerns as her. She is a passionate advocate for women's issues such as sexual assault and domestic violence. Dr. Arumala hosts of the Pretty in Pink podcast which is available on Apple podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud. The Pretty in Pink podcast was inspired by her friends who asked question that sparked discussions about topics that every woman should discuss with their gynecologist. It essentially is a modern woman's guide to health! According to Dr. Arumala "Women's empowerment is my life's work. My avenue is ensuring a woman's health is optimized to enable her to be a career queen, boss lady, super momma, excellent partner and fabulous bestie." Connect with her: If you want to hear more from her, please check out the Pretty in Pink podcast. <p st

This is a replay of Episode 9 where I interview my biggest inspiration. My mother. At the time of the interview, Dr. Erica Jordan was a school counselor for Chicago Public School where she had worn many hats. We discuss how she went from not being able to write a 10-page paper to write a full doctoral dissertation.  As a single mother in college, she had no idea the barriers that she would break! We then get into conversations about when I was a little Li. This is a great episode if you want to hear about how a mother grinds and also her brag about her favorite child.   Connect with her: Instagram: @drejluvpink   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed   Have feedback? Download the FREE "The Research Her" APP on iOS and Android (to directly send feedback) Email [email protected]

No, I do not want you out here musty. There is some knowledge that everyone should know about so that they can make their own informed choices about their use of a product. Antiperspirant is one of those products. There is an association between antiperspirant usage and breast cancer, but not in the way that you may think. This episode breaks down the research and explains how to avoid the problematic ingredients getting into your system at such high rates. My OG Youtube Video: Deodorant Causes BREAST CANCER | CANCEL THAT TOO! | #25 (May 2018) This Episode was inspired by: Nutrition Facts Youtube video The Research Her supports Audible: For a FREE audiobook and 30-day trial: http://www.audibletrial.com/research The Research Her also supports Acorns: For $5 toward your investing account: https://www.acorns.com/invite/XMAQL9 Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer

This episode was inspired by Side Hustle Pro Episode 144 where Katonya Breaux, the founder of Unsun Cosmetics, discusses how she started making mineral sunscreen out of having adverse effects to chemical containing sunscreen. I discuss why sunscreen is necessary for everyone regardless of skin complexion and talk about the chemicals that are in sunscreens. The class of active ingredients in sunscreens are called UV filters and they prevent sun damage… However, we should be careful about which UV filters we are using to minimize health risk. Episode 8 of The Research Her Clean Cosmetics Checklist In this episode, we highlight Korie Grayson. She graduated from Norfolk State University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry where she was a member of multiple honor societies and organizations. During her undergraduate career, she volunteered as a tutor and with people with special needs and also pledged Delta Sigma Theta. She continued on to work for a few years then moved on to start her graduate studies at Cornell University. She is currently a biomedical engineering Ph.D. candidate. To learn more about Korie's researcher you can go here. You can also connect with her on social media Instagram: @Team

In this episode, I break down endocrine disruptors and why we should avoid them for optimal health. I talk about the best practices for avoiding harmful chemicals in hair products.   Here is a list of chemicals to avoid although they may not actually be listed on the product ingredients list.   A trusted hair care company - Curl Mix   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Show sources:   Measurement of endocrine disrupting and asthma-associated chemicals in hair products used by Black women by Jessica S. Helma, Marcia Nishiok, Julia Green Brody, Ruthann A. Rudel, Robin E. Dodson   Endocrine Disruption by Mixtures in Topical Consumer Products by Emiliano Ripamonti *, Elena Allifranchini, Stefano Todeschi and Elena Bocchietto   *Note* I am n

Here is a REVIEW of Episode 5. It was originally published in the Spring but the same applies beyond. It is important that we begin to understand how our cleaning habits affect our health. It is a great time to discuss how we can improve our cleaning routine such that we are not causing adverse issues with our health. I share ways of eliminating airborne microbes, chemicals to avoid, and a reason why it is important to declutter your home. Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Show sources: Reducing Bacteria in Household Sponges by Judy Y. Ikawa, M.S. and Jonathan S. Rossen, M.S. Microorganisms in Kitchen Sponges by Özlem ERDOĞRUL, Feryal ERBİLİR Short-term respiratory effects of cleaning exposures in female domestic cleaners by M. Medina-Ramón, J. P. Zock, M. Kogevinas, J. Sunyer, X. Basagaña, J. Schwartz, P. S. Burge, V. Moore, J. M. Antó <a href= "https://reader.elsevier.com/reader/sd/pii/S0954611116301457?token=88

Dr. Arianna C. Stokes graduated from Jackson State University with her B.S. in History Education. While at Jackson State University, she was active in several organizations. Throughout her undergraduate career, both through organizations and independently, she gave service to children and those in need. In May of 2018, she received her M.Ed. in Educational Technology from Belhaven University. She is an advocate for frequent technology use in the classroom. On August 3rd, Dr. Stokes defended her dissertation "Faculty Perceptions of Persistence Among African American Students Enrolled in Distance Education Courses at Community Colleges." Dr. Stokes chaired the 8th Annual Graduate Research Conference for the Executive Ph.D. Program at Jackson State University. She has accepted a position at the Mississippi Community College Board as a Professional Development Specialist in the Division of eLearning and Instructional Technology Connect with her: Instagram: @_drstokes Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer - Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast <a href= "https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikjahiunvjbfrguixvxdadsvoue?t=Th

In the episode, we discuss the research behind hair drug tests and cultural bias. how hair products that are mainly used by people of African descent can bathe drugs in the environments on the hair what leads to higher rates of false-positive drug test results for Black people   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com TikTok: @TheResearchHer Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Show sources:   <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: Montserrat; font-size: 12

Title: Owning Your Imposter Status: Biomedical Scientist Turned Education Researcher Subtitle: The Power of Work Outside of Lab While Pursuing Your PhD Dr. Kilan C. Ashad-Bishop is a biomedical scientist and advocate for inclusion who has carved her niche at the intersection of science, health, and social change. She is a proud alumna of Morgan State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, and the University of Miami, where she earned her Ph.D. in Cancer Biology. Dr. Kilan is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Miami School of Education and Human Development and the Director of College Access for Breakthrough Miami. Black woman researcher who inspires Dr. Kilan: Beronda L. Montgomery, PhD In this episode, we discuss: The importance of participating in activities and finding a passion outside of your Ph.D. studies despite societal norms. How to secure letters of recommendation when you have a challenging relationship with your research advisor. Her experience getting a Ph.D. in Cancer Biology and transitioning to a postdoc in Education and Human Development Connect with her: Website: kilanbishop.com/ Instagram: @kilanbishop Twitter: @kilanbishop

Ebony Butler, Ph.D., a native of Mississippi, is a Licensed Psychologist and Food Relationship Strategist who has made it her mission to help women of color heal and thrive in the areas of trauma and diet recovery. Dr. Ebony is a visionary and teacher. Dr. Ebony earned her B.S in Psychology from Jackson State University and her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston. In this episode, we discuss the need to direct research to the community that it is done upon. her desire to see more scientists reach back to the community that they studied and thank them for allowing research to be done. demystifying the idea of "food addiction" by looking at how we view it and our relationship to it. reasons why you need to pay attention to the origins of the diets that you select. why she focused on mindset, triggers, and habits with clients and beyond. More about Ebony Dr. Ebony specializes in guiding women to develop skills that increase their effectiveness in interpersonal interactions, including communication and asking for/getting what they want and need. Dr. Ebony is specifically interested in issues that impact marginalized communities, including minority women and LGBTQ+ persons. Given the extensive amount of attention placed on body size and dieting in our society, Dr. Ebony understands how these pressures can impact one's relationship with food and their bodies. Thus, Dr. Ebony is passionate about helping others recover from diet culture while also learning to shape their health in a more empowered manner. <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: Montserrat; font-size: 12.0pt; color

Raised in Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Malika Grayson (@drmalikagrayson) is a STEM speaker, engineer, and author who has her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University where she became the 2nd black woman in Cornell's history (and 1st Black American) to receive her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. She is inspired by another great sister of ours Dr. Jedidah Islah. On this episode, we discuss How Dr. Grayson's got started on her book Hooded: A Black Girl's Guide to the Ph.D. The origin of her blog Black Girls Guide to Grad School being on outlet for the trauma experienced while working on her Ph.D. Her experience leading students for the first time and feeling intimidated. Being supported by Black women and men as she transitioned into her small university. Dr. Grayson also leaves us with these three tips to guide us through grad school: Leverage your undergraduate experience or take undergraduate courses Get a study group that you can depend on Find a mentor who does not look like you <p style= "margin: 0in; fon

So that we can get to know you better, please fill out this survey. https://theresearchher.com/survey In this episode with McKenzie Stokes, we start off learning that researchers who inspire her are Dr. Elan Hope, Dr. Qiana Cryer-Coupet, and Kimberlé Crenshaw. McKenzie Stokes and Dr. Elissia Tenea discuss: Why the Intersectionality Theory coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw is understudied. How closeness to one's mother contributes to racial identity The research surrounding racial socialization for multiracial youth The psychological trauma of being questioned about one's Blackness How racial identity impacts the wellbeing of college-aged Black students at PWI's About McKenzie McKenzie Stokes is a first-generation college graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University. There, she studied Psychology and African American Studies. She is now a Doctor of Applied Social and Community Psychology candidate at North Carolina State University. McKenzie's research examines the role of race-based protective factors (e.g. racial socialization, racial identity), race-based risk factors (e.g. racial discrimin

We often ask those who are in STEM why they chose their field, but we don't ask why people didn't choose STEM. Research often focuses on understanding younger people's decisions related to STEM. Adults are often left out of the conversation. Raven Baxter decided that she would probe this idea during her PhD studies. Black women rarely see themselves represented as scientists in the media. Raven the Science Maven showed women her video "Big Ole Geeks" and got their response. She wanted to know whether Black women would have been more likely to choose STEM and feel more represented. In this episode, we learn about this study. We also talk about why twerking is important for Black women. Raven got pursued two PhD programs at the University of Buffalo. We discuss how Raven decided to go from studying Cellular and Molecular Biology to working on a PhD in Science Communication. During her time working in an industry laboratory, she was faced with racial charges, which really inspired her to find the perfect research environment for her. She speaks about her accomplishments as a STEM-themed music creator. More about Raven Raven Baxter is a nationally acclaimed science communicator and molecular biologist who works to progress the state of science culture by creating spaces that are fun, educational, and real. She is recognized as a global influencer in Fortune Magazine's 40 Under 40 list for 2020. She is known for her unique style of combining science, music, and cultural awareness as an entertaining content creator and musician as Raven the Science Maven. She creates STEM-themed music that teaches and empowers both students and professionals in STEM and beyond. Raven speaks internationally to students, educators and leaders about the importance of STEM diversity and innovation in science education. Raven is the founder of STEMbassy, a science advocacy organization that embraces a diverse and accomplished membership of scientists, engineers, and tech professionals that serve the next generation of STEM as leaders and mentors. She is also the founder of BlackInSciComm, an organization that works to build relationships in the science community, equipping others with the knowledge and resources necessary to share science with the world in their own flavor. Connect with her: Instagram: @raventhesciencemaven Twitter: @ravenscimaven Facebook: @raventhesciencemaven Website: scimaven.com Connect with me: Website: <a href= "https://theresearchher.com/"

Please fill out this quick listener survey! (theresearchher.com/survey) In the episode, Teressa Alexander shares her journey from being an associate degree student to a Ph.D. student. She talks to us about her many research endeavors. After working for a challenging advisor, she knew what to look for as she searched for more research opportunities. She talks to us about how in one of her studies one of her test subjects started giving birth in the midst of an experiment. She talks to us about how an email got her at Harvard doing research and he difficult time getting into graduate school. ABOUT HER Teressa Alexander is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in plant physiology at The University of the West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago. Teressa did her undergraduate degree in physics at Morgan State University while working in research labs studying cancer biology and insect biomechanics. After graduation she spent two years as a research fellow at Harvard, discovering a passion for plant physiology. Her desire to work on tropical plant models drew her to the West Indies. Here, she focuses on linking genotypic differences to drought tolerance in Cacao trees (Theobroma cacao) under climate change. Teressa has always had a strong desire to contribute to the significant upliftment of women and girls in science, build a network of Caribbean STEM professionals, and engage Caribbean youth in STEM. She co-founded STEMNoire, a scientific research conference and retreat for women within the African diaspora. Further, in an effort to amplify Caribbean voices in STEM and inspire Caribbean youth, she founded STEM Caribbean Media. Alexander also hopes through the communication of her scientific research, she can educate persons on the importance of farmers and the effects of climate change on this generation. <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: Montserrat; font-si

September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. We are starting a crowdfunding campaign to provide Black women in graduate school funding to pay for 6 months of therapy. If you want to contribute $0.50 to the Black women's therapy fund, you can send payments to the following accounts. CashApp - $ElissiaF Paypal - [email protected] Venmo - @researchher To improve the content of The Research Her podcast, please fill out this survey. https://theresearchher.com/survey In this episode, I give an update about The Podcast and our feature in Blavity News. We talk about our new crowdfunding campaign to improve the wellbeing for Black women. I give an update on my mental health and academic status. I also give an update on why we need you to complete the listener survey. Episode 40 of The Research Her - Science of WAP Blavity Article Listen Survey Slack Community <a href= "https://pubs.rsc.org/en/

Dr. Korie Grayson is a biomedical engineer and a diversity advocate for women in STEM. She is a proud alumna of the HBCU Norfolk State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Korie recently obtained her PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University where she researched the "Cellular Delivery of TRAIL to Treat Metastatic-Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer." During her grad school career, Dr. Grayson was the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Graduate Coordinator and a Graduate Resident Fellow for the West Campus Housing system that helped create a positive, vibrant, and academically engaging residential community. Korie has been awarded the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship and the Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship, along with the Robert Mozia Graduate Distinguished Service Award and Graduate Student of the Year from the Diversity Programs in Engineering Department at Cornell University. Korie is the Diversity Chair for @womendoingscience, an IG account that showcases women in STEM from all over the world, and she is on the planning council for STEMNoire, a holistic wellness and research retreat for Black women in STEM. Recently, Korie accepted a postdoctoral research fellow position at the University of Michigan under the tutelage of Dr. Lola Eniola-Adefeso in Chemical Engineering. She will be starting there in the Fall." Connect with her: Instagram: @teamkorie Twitter: @teamkorie Website: koriegrayson.com Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: Montserrat; font-size: 12.0pt; color

As a kid, Dr. Ijeoma Kola wanted to be a pediatrician but when she took science in college she realized that she was more interested in the history of science. She wanted to focus more on our lived experiences with health and disease rather than looking at it on a molecular level. While in academia, she faced many challenges as the youngest person in her cohort, using her voice in graduate school, and feeling like her work was not valued. After seeing two faculty members fired in her department, Dr. Kola started looking to non-academic work because she felt that there was no security or loyalty. She took a leave of absence from her program after her second year. She withdrew from all courses 6-weeks into the semester and started doing hair out of her apartment. It was after she had received an NSF grant that she decided to go back and finish her degree. She did not have anyone to get helpful guidance or mentorship from until her fourth year when a new faculty came in. She continued to research the intellectual and environmental history of asthma and its relationship with race. We discuss how asthma was believed to only occur in white people and the time in which it became accepted that other people could get the condition as well. There was an article written that said that the civil rights movement and Black people's hate toward white people caused Black people to have asthma. We discuss what are the risk factors of asthma and ways of coping with it. About Dr. Ijeoma Kola Dr. Ijeoma Kola is a historian of public health, entrepreneur, and lifestyle blogger. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociomedical Sciences from Columbia University, where she studied the cultural and intellectual history of asthma in African Americans. A blogging veteran, Dr. Kola has been creating beauty, style, travel, and lifestyle content to inspire women of color for ten years. Dr. Kola has produced visually appealing and conversation-starting digital content for companies such as Uber, Sephora, Away, and Michael Kors. She recently launched Cohort Sistas, an online support network for Black women at all stages of the doctoral degree process. Born in Nigeria and raised in New Jersey, she currently lives in Nairobi, Kenya with her husband and baby. Connect with her: Instagram: @IjeomaKola Twitter: @ijeomakola Website: ijeomakola.com Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion broke the internet and climbed up all the charts with the release of their new song WAP, which is an acronym for Wet Ass Pussy. Her we use the term SWAP, not only because we swapped out our photos for theirs in the artwork, but because herein we want to discuss the Science of Wet Ass Pussy. We start off with the definition of WAP and breakdown the discussed part of the female genitalia relevant to it. We learn that the key component to WAP is vaginal discharge as a lubricant. Dr. Ruth Arumala, black woman ob/gyn, gives us information about the contents of vaginal discharge and ways of supplementing it if one desires. Dr. Jasmine Abrams, an international behavioral research scientist, educates us on the research related to women's health as it relates to vaginal lubrication. We then end out the episode being educated by Portia Brown, a black woman sex coach and sex educator, who schools us on practical ways of loving and optimizing our body's vaginal lubrication. This is a research and education-based episode between women who also relate personally to the topic. Mentioned in the episode E15 Of The Research Her. No Basic Vaginas. How to Avoid Bacterial Vaginosis w/ Dr. Ruthie Arumala The Vaginal Microenvironment: The Physiologic Role of Lactobacilli Dynamics of the Vaginal Ecosystem—Hormonal Influences Books Come as you are by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. Pussy Prayers Black Girl Bliss Connect with Them: Dr. Ruth Arumala Instagram: @i.am.dr.arumala Dr. Jasmine Abrams Instagram: @DrJasmineAbrams Twitter: @DrJasmineAbrams Website: DrJasmineAbrams.com/ Portia Brown Instagram: @FroeticSexology Twitter: @FroeticSexology Youtube: Froetic Sexology Website: FroeticSexology.com </p

In this solo episode, I dive into the research of Debby Herbenick and Dennis Fortenberry in their article Exercise-induced orgasm and pleasure among women. The study had the goals of understanding of exercise-induced orgasm and exercise-induced sexual pleasure. This studied surveyed over 500 women and found out how many experienced orgasms and/or sexual pleasure while working out. This topic is shared to help reduce how taboo discussions about orgasms are. encourage more of us to exercise to improve the quality and quantity of our life. Explore the amazing research field surrounding the femme orgasm. Let's normalize sexuality talk. Show Citations: Exercise-induced orgasm and pleasure among women by Debby Herbenick & J. Dennis Fortenberry *Note* I am not an expert in this field. All literature interpretations are from my perspective and do not always reflect the intention of the authors. Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer <p

Dr. Donna Oriowo wanted to learn more about being a sex therapist after watching Meet the Fockers and that was what led her to find her career path. She is assisting primarily Black women on a journey to understanding their sexuality. Her philosophy is that sexuality is at the core of a lot of mental health challenges. In this episode, Dr. Donna Oriowo breaks down how colorism and texturism impact our self-image. She explains how white supremacy plays a role in how Black people teach each other. She breaks down how beauty standards help feed our capitalist society. We jump into who is impacted by colorism and texturism also where it stems from. About Donna Oriowo Dr. Donna Oriowo is an international speaker, clinically licensed social worker, and a sex & relationship educator and therapist. Born in Washington D.C. and raised on jollof rice and fried chicken with mumbo sauce. Dr. Oriowo graduated from the illustrious Morgan State University with a B.S. in Psychology. She graduated in 2012 with a double master's in Social Work and Education for Human Sexuality from Widener University and continued at that University to get her Ph.D. in Human Sexuality. Dr. Donna is a certified therapist and colorism/texturism sexpert. Dedicated to helping others reclaim their sexuality, identity, and self-love, Dr. Donna emphasizes addressing mental health, intersectionality, culture, and racial justice in both educational and therapeutic settings. With a focus on developing healthy Black female sexuality. She also is the author of the workbook Cocoa Butter & Hair Grease: Exploring Sexuality Through Colorism and Texturism. Connect with her: Website: Annodright.com or thecbhg.com Instagram: @annodright Her Book: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Cocoa-Butter-Hair-Grease-Journey-ebook/dp/

Dr. Ijeoma Opara was not always clear about her career path, but she wanted to be sure that she was an expert in whatever field she chose. Her Nigerian parents did not try to push her into any career but instead just told her to be the best at whatever she chooses. After losing her parents due to complications with diabetes, Dr. Opara wanted to address the issues that her community faced so that this does not continue happening which landed her in her current research position. At a young age, she knew that she needed to take her academic success into her own hands. After getting to her senior year in high school, she realized that she did not have the classes that she needed to get into a four-year university. She instead started at community college and earned her associate degree before continuing on to get her bachelor's degree. Dr. Opara thought when she was finishing her bachelor's that she wanted to go to law school. She took the LSAT twice and got into law schools but chose to not attend because she did not feel it was her true calling. Though Dr. Opara faced many trials and tribulations, she ended up exactly where she was meant to be. Learn more about her journey by listening to Episode 37 of The Research Her podcast. About Dr. Ijeoma Opara Dr. Opara received her Ph.D. in Family Science and Human Development at Montclair State University, her Master of Social Work from New York University, Master of Public Health in Epidemiology at New York Medical College, and a Bachelor of Arts from New Jersey City University. Currently, Dr. Opara is a professor at Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare and Visiting Faculty at Yale University School of Public Health. Dr. Opara also directs a consulting agency that offers training to youth, community-based organizations, companies, and schools on various topics related to substance use prevention, sexual health, and more. <p style= "margin: 0in

The #STEMNOIREstory that I'm telling today is my post PhD hardships. This is what depression looks like. It isn't all tears and bad hair days. For me its makeup, fake smile, and trying to prove myself to others. Ever notice you've never seen any graduation pictures? I told myself I didn't deserve to celebrate that accomplishment over and over again. So here a piece of my STEMNoire Story. Unfiltered and uncut. As a chemist, I have been trained in understanding the science of reactions. You put in reactants and you get products. So, it was not shocking that after 4 years of putting energy into getting a PhD that I finally did. I didn't know I was a superhero until mid-March when I first started sharing my dissertation story to other black women in STEM who had completed theirs as long as 2 decades ago. In sharing, I was embraced and felt normal. That is why communities like @stemnoire are essential because they empower us and give us the fundamental human need for belonging. While working on my dissertation was at my lowest. I cried every day for over 7 months. I cried every day on the days that led up to me writing my thesis, every day while writing my thesis, every day after completing my thesis. Every day while preparing for my defense, the day that I defend, every day after defending. I cried every day leading up to graduation, the day of graduation, and the days after graduation. My strength had run out. I made some of the worst, made most degrading decisions during this time. I didn't want to be here anymore. I had decided after all this there was nothing was left. Again, I'm a chemist. I am trained to be a logical thinker and yet I'm sitting here ready for it all to be over before it even started. Until February 17th, 2020, when the small voice that was left in my head of my highest self said THIS SHIT DON'T MAKE NO FUCKING SENSE. Who had I become? I was 3 months post defense and I was still treating myself like I didn't deserve anything. I immediately got on Google and figured out where I needed to go to get help *expeditiously* and I did. Over time, I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and PTSD from graduate school. I would wake up in a panic every night because I couldn't process being done. I didn't know how to handle stress because clinically I was sick and refused to take action because it made me too uncomfortable. I'm a black woman. It's not okay to not be okay. Looking back now, I'm just happy that I wasn't afraid to make that call. The one that saved my life. I know there are people out there suffering, fighting for something with all the while still feeling incapable of obtaining it. You are beyond capable and you deserve. Listen, if you don't feel you deserve, find you people who can feed into you until you do. Trust me you are not the only one that has felt this. In passing, I told a black w

In the episode, we are blessed with the presence of Dr. Kristen Nichole. She is a performance artist, scholar, educator, trainer, coach, entrepreneur, mother, and wife. Kristen is a south Florida native and graduate of The University of Central Florida (B.S. in Psychology) and The University of Miami (M.S.Ed in Community and Social Change). Kristen also has a Ph.D. in Applied Social and Community Psychology from North Carolina State University. Kristen needed an escape and she found that in the pole community. Pole fitness and dance offered a space for Kristen to reconnect with her full self again. Additionally, her doctoral training in community psychology allowed her to see that pole is a tool for coping with adversity and creating self. Kristen integrates her expertise in psychology with her training as an ACE and XPERT certified pole fitness instructor to guide her clients and students along a journey of self-exploration and liberation through pole fitness and dance. Kristen has coined her work Polecology®. Dr. Kristen and I had such an amazing conversation starting with her high school memories of being on the biotech track in high school thinking she would go the physical science route. After taking AP Psychology, she realized even at that young age that her calling was in working with people. She went away, not too far not too close to home, and during most of her time in undergrad, she did not see herself pursuing higher education. It was during this time that she first took a pole dancing class when her roommate offered to take her with a Groupon… She ready… She did not find love in pole at the moment. She had hopes of going to the Peace Corps but was denied due to a peanut allergy. It was then that she decided to pursue a master's degree. She had a black woman academic that brought to her attention the option of pursuing a PhD and that is when she went for it. During her first year, she experienced a lot of emotional distress and truly wanted to drop out. It was through her husband's support that she found solace and endurance. She had started doing pole dancing for fitness purposes, but she experien

Growing up in Guyana, Rukia Henry thought that she would be a detective or an author because of her love for writing. She had no clue that she would eventually pursue her Ph.D. in a science field. She describes her passion for learning and understanding life even as a small child playing in her backyard. It was only fitting that in her Caribbean high school that she chose the science stream. When she was younger, Rukia did not know that career as a scientist was a possibility thus she never expected to pursue it as a career. She discusses that although she is a graduate student, she is so much more than that. After spending hella bread ($3000-4000) on MCAT prep and submitting her primary applications to medical school, Rukia realized that pursuing medical school was not her for her. Instead, she wanted to pursue scientific research to create knowledge instead of following the rules.    We talk about why she chose to attend Rutgers and their response to the murder of George Floyd. She discusses her conversation with the Dean of the graduate school at her university. She discusses the culture shock of moving from  D.C. to Jersey. We also discussed how she chose to pick a research lab that allowed her to have a life outside of graduate school. During a time where she had to make a decision about what group to join and take her first year qualifying exam, her personal life too a left turn, which led her into the field of cancer research. She discusses the types of breast cancers and challenges in the research field. She shares with me the motivation behind her brand Life With Rukia. Rukia Henry is a Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology Ph.D. student at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, focusing on cancer biology research and creator of the LifewithRukia brand. She grew up in Guyana. She showcases the amazing world of science and her pursuit of a Ph.D. and also uses her blog to inspire those who want to be a scientist to learn something new and feel empowered while doing so.   Connect with her: Website: LifeWithRukia.com Instagram: @LifeWithRukia   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher <a href= "h

Producing episode 33 of The Research Her podcast was a bust because I could not bring myself to think about anything but the current state of our country. I am sad that in 2020 we still are not seen as human. We are still fighting for basic human rights. With that, I did not curate an episode this week because I still do not know what to say. Instead, I want to let you know that I too am in pain at what is going on. I wrote a letter to someone at my university who reached out to me which was very well received but it greatly describes my current emotions. Here are some inserts from the email. I am very disappointed. I am not sure if I missed it, but it seems as though my university has yet to send out a formal statement regarding the most recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others that we were forced to be exposed to and the tweet by the University was very "all lives matter" in nature and lacked substance. The university sent out email after email after email at the breakout of the COVID pandemic. We got emails from multiple sources on campus. That is how urgent it is when white lives are dying, but what about the pandemic which is racism/anti-blackism in our country and across the world. Black lives need that same energy! We wanted to see the same amount of urgency for the war against senseless Black murders. Is it the fear of being annoying? Can't be! We all know what it was like getting COVID notifications. I understand that it is difficult to handle something like this especially during a worldwide pandemic but imagine how it feels to be going through all of that PLUS your family and friends are dying at a disproportionate rate from the virus PLUS feeling like your institution (and the department that has shown you off as a diversity number) is running to get back to business as usual when your community is in pain asking for people to STOP and acknowledge that we are human and deserving of some type of (social) reparations. We do not want to hear "diversity and inclusion" right now... we wa

I was reading a little bit about affection, what it is, why we need it, and how to show it. My birthday is right around the corner and I like to celebrate on the podcast. I thought this year I would take the time out to remind myself why I love me. This is the most important relationship that I have and it is important to me that this relationship continues to grow and prosper. Here we go. You realize that you aren't perfect Always willing to be yourself You're always open to new things You're loving Amazed at your natural beauty You're silly and fun You don't care if people don't like you You know how to cook You're always looking to grow You're so gentle with me You're courageous You are independent When I am down, you do whatever it takes to get me back up You're honest You let me cry whenever I need to cry You're very resourceful You are always willing to walk away from situations that do not serve you You sew for me <li style= "margin-top: 0

In this episode, we discuss the benefits of vinegar. We break down the chemical composition of vinegar, the origin of vinegar synthesis, the difference between types of vinegar, its uses, health benefits, and does it help with weight loss. We talk about how it helps with weight loss and even discuss how it could be useful for hair growth. Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed Have feedback? Download the FREE "The Research Her" APP on iOS and Android (to directly send feedback) Email [email protected] <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: 'Arial Nova'; font-size: 12.0p

I know that we are in the middle of a pandemic and the last thing that we want to talk about is… anything that does not have to do with the pandemic. However, I have something that I want to share. During and after working on my doctorate degree I suffered from depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It was through seeking the necessary help that I was able to gain back control over my thoughts and improve my health. There are so many people out there who are suffering or have suffered from mental health issues and are ashamed because society is cruel. I hope that by adding this podcast to the collection of people sharing their experiences online I can move the normalization needle to help more people be okay with their diagnosis and seeking the attention that they need.   Even in dark times, choose to shine.   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed   Have feedback? Download the FREE "The Research Her" APP on iOS and Android (to directly send feedback) Email [email protected]   Show sources:   Post-Adrenaline Blues by Eileen Kennedy-Moore Ph.D. Evidence for a mental health crisis in graduate education by Teresa M Evans, Lindsay Bira, Jazmin Beltran Gastelum, L Todd Weiss & Nathan L Vanderford

Dr. Lauren Michele Jackson teaches in the Departments of English and African American Studies at Northwestern University. Her first book, White Negroes: When Cornrows Were in Vogue… and Other Thoughts on Cultural Appropriation, is published by Beacon Press (order here) or on Amazon. Dr. Jackson's work (research, criticism, essays, and – on occasion – poetry) has appeared in The Atlantic, The Awl, Complex, Feminist Media Studies, Hayden's Ferry Review, The Journal, New Republic, The New Yorker, The Paris Review, The Point, Rolling Stone, Spoon River Poetry Review, Teen Vogue, and Vulture among other places. Dr. Jackson received her BA with distinction in English from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 2013. She continued on to earn a Ph.D. in English Language and Literature, University of Chicago in 2019. Her dissertation is titled "Black Vertigo: Attunement, Nausea, Aphasia, and Bodily Noise, 1970s to the present." Connect with her: Website: LaurJackson.com Book: Amazon Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer <p style= "margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.

Indira C. Turney, Ph.D. is a postdoctoral research scientist at the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer's Disease and the Aging Brain at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. She graduated from the University of the Virgin Islands with a Bachelor in Psychology. During her undergraduate career, she was a member of several academic and non-academic organizations and honors societies and she pledged Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She went on to earn her Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience from Pennsylvania State University. Her dissertation thesis focused on reducing false memories and examined training-related changes in brain function in older adults. Dr. Turney's current research uses molecular, structural, and functional neuroimaging to identify socio-cultural sources and neural correlates in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias among racially and ethnically diverse older adults. Connect with her: Instagram: @IndiraTurney Twitter: @IndiraTurney Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast <p style= "margin: 0in; fo

I had the honor of chatting on IG live with STEMedia. Dr. Nehemiah Mabry interviewed me. Our discussion included the chemistry of elevating research and research that matters. Here is the replay just in case you missed it!  Connect with him: Website: STEMedia.org Instagram: @STEMedia Twitter: @_STEMedia  Facebook: @STEM.Media Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed <p style=

In this episode, we talk to the creator and host of the podcast Blk + In Grad School, Allante Whitmore. She is originally from Detroit where she lived until 2007 when she decided to attend North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University to study Biological Engineering.   She went on to earn an M.S. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She moved back to Detroit and led the McNair Scholars Program at Wayne State University for a couple of years. Then in 2017, she began her pursuit of a joint Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University.   Her research focuses on uncovering the environmental and social implications of autonomous vehicle technology. When she is not studying, she curating her podcast Blk + In Grad School, a show geared toward helping POC in graduate school figure it out!   Connect with her: Website: blkingradschool.com Instagram: @blkingradschool Twitter:  @blkingradschool Facebook: @blkingradschool   Connect with me: Website: TheResearchHer.com Instagram: @TheResearchHer Twitter: @TheResearchHer - Facebook: @TheResearchHer   Ways to subscribe to The Research Her podcast Google Apple Stitcher Spotify RSS feed   Have feedback? Download the FREE "The Research Her" APP on iOS and Android (to directly send feedback) Email [email protected]

THE RESEARCH HER PODCAST IS OFF OF GRADUATION HIATUS and its time that I give an update on what I have been doing. What is next for me and the podcast... do I know??

Dr. Hareder McDowell is the author of Black Women, Sex to begin to change the culture that has led to many of the misfortunes in the workplace and beyond. As a community psychologist, Dr. McDowell is clear that research must continue to ensure that the underserved and underrepresented will continue to be heard, and serviced. She believes that sexual freedom and sexual communication in all families and communities serve as a preventative method to many of the ill's, abuses, mental and physical diseases affecting many of us. Connect with her: Website: realprettygirls.org Website: haredermcdowell.com Instagram: @dr.mac Twitter: @prettynando

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June 1st was my birthday so this episode is late posting. The love was felt on that day with each individual message. Hearing all of the messages together was so powerful so I needed to share this. All of the encouragement is so necessary right now in my life and I am so happy that I chose to readdress this episode. Take out your notebooks and pens because GEMS were dropped Thank you so much for all the love!