Anne-Marie Imafidon: The former child genius reshaping the world of tech | BBC Ideas
As a child, Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon loved taking things apart. Now a tech leader, she's passionate about breaking down stereotypes.
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0:00 Meet Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon
1:35 Growing up in east London, UK
2:15 "School was frustrating"
3:22 Dr Imafidon's interest in tech started early - aged four she took apart her family's (very expensive) VCR player
4:11 Early achievements
5:09 Founding of the STEMettes
6:28 Frustration at "manels"
7:00 Dr Imafidon argues that we need more "herstory" in schools' STEM curriculums
8:20 Dr Imafidon argues that the "fourth industrial revolution" is not inclusive and this is holding society back
9:50 Dr Imafidon's current roles
12:15 Why Dr Imafidon is passionate about the work she's doing
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She is brilliant and has such a big heart, the way she uses her genius to change people's lives and change the world is so beautiful , she inspires me 🩷🩷
Wow really amazing personality the way she answered when she was asked are you special ❤
This was amazing to watch, a breath of fresh air as a woman in engineering
Dr Imafidon was absolutely informative and delightful to watch
Dr. Imafidon in the East London hiz-zouse!! What a hero to men AND women!
Wow. Amazing. You are a role model to young STEM girls❤
Impressive!!