The Philosophy of Women in STEM Across Continents and Cultures

In this episode, Sara Zare, an entrepreneur and investor with a rich engineering background that includes three different engineering degrees from three different continents, shares her unique and global perspective on the cultural differences of women in STEM. With degrees in Mechanical, Electrical, Nano, Bio, and Software Engineering from leading institutions in the USA, Germany, and Iran, and fluency in English, German, and Persian, Sara shares her vast experience spanning three continents. She offers insights into the philosophy and history of women in STEM across different countries and engineering disciplines, each with its own stereotypes and standards. Drawing from her unique experiences, Sara explores how cultural and educational differences shape the experiences of women in engineering, revealing incredibly surprising variations across continents.  Ultimately, Sara also discusses the impact of generative AI on society and addresses the common question: should we be worried that AI will steal our jobs? Tune in for a global perspective on women in STEM and the future of technology from one of the most impactful female leaders in tech.