002 Breaking Boundaries in Bilingual Science Education and Research
Welcome to Episode 002 of The Engineering Professor Speaks Education Podcast.Join your host, Sindia Rivera-Jiménez, and special guest Dr. Ana Maria Porras, a pioneering biomedical engineer and a beacon in bilingual scientific communication. Dr. Porras, an Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Florida and the principal investigator of the innovative Tissue-Microbe Interactions lab, brings to the table not just her extensive research on the connections between microbes and human cells but also her unique approach to blending science with art. Dive in as we navigate through a conversation that intertwines insights, art, and a fervent passion for bilingual science education, exploring the significance and impact of bilingualism in scientific research and communication.Subscribe and join us on this enlightening journey through the multifaceted world of engineering education, where every episode promises a blend of expert insights, innovative methodologies, and a supportive community, all in both English and Spanish.