What do a curious child, a multilingual woman leading communications on a starship, and a Puerto Rican character going to college on TV have in common? For Dr. Aidyl Gonzalez-Serricchio, these moments opened the path from the South Bronx to a life in science.

In this episode of Latina In America, we explore what’s possible when curiosity, representation, and determination come together. Dr. Gonzalez-Serricchio is a Puerto Rican scientist with a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from Caltech. She is an accomplished researcher, analog astronaut, STEM educator, and author whose journey has taken her from the South Bronx to space analog missions and research stations in the Arctic. She’s changing the world through education, community science, and storytelling.

Dr. Aidyl Gonzalez-Serricchio is also a NASA Solar System Ambassador and part of The Explorers Club’s 2024 class of "Fifty People Changing the World." A passionate advocate for Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (JEDIB), she holds advisory roles with SparkReach Leadership and STEAM Superheroes—encouraging the next generation, girls, and students from underrepresented communities.

Topics Covered:

• How a curious girl from the South Bronx turned her imagination into a life in science
• The power of representation in science and media
• Learning differences
• Multilingual woman leading a team — and opening doors for the future
• From the South Bronx to Caltech: Her remarkable path to a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics
• How Dr. Gonzalez is turning science education into a community mission
• Scientific expeditions — Conducting science missions in extreme environments, including the Arctic
• The stories we tell can inspire the innovators of tomorrow
• Science education for communities and classrooms
• How Dr. Gonzalez is mentoring the next generation and making sure everyone belongs in science
• Her bilingual children’s book, Gigi and Nema: Guardians of The Soil

Related Links:

• Dr. Gonzalez’s Website
• STEAM Superheroes
• Instagram @real_dr.g
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidyl-gonzalez-serricchio/
• Fifty People Changing the World 2024- Dr. Gonzalez-Serrichio
• Soil & Nematode Citizen Science

About Dr. Gonzalez: https://draidylgonzalez.com/rsvp-2-1-1

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Book: Gigi and Nema: Guardians of The Soil

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brenda Santellano, MD, a physician and clinical oncology researcher dedicated to advancing cancer research and patient care. In this episode, she shares insights on the latest breakthroughs in screening, diagnosis, and treatment.

Here’s what we cover:

• Her journey in medicine and clinical oncology research
• The impact of her latest findings on skin, colorectal, and gastrointestinal cancers
• The importance of cancer screening and early detection
• Advances in technology that are improving diagnosis
• What drives her passion for patient care and medical innovation

Don't miss this insightful discussion on the future of cancer research and the power of early detection!

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A veces, compartir tu pasión puede sentirse raro al principio. Tal vez te da miedo hacerlo “perfecto” o preocuparte por cómo lo van a recibir los demás. Pero la realidad es que hacer lo que amas no requiere ser perfecto. La magia está en ser auténtico y permitir que las cosas fluyan de manera natural.

En este episodio de Latina in America y Life 100 Podcast, hablamos sobre la importancia de seguir lo que te apasiona sin la presión de las métricas o la perfección.

• ¿Por qué las personas más auténticas son las que más nos inspiran?
• ¿Cómo compartir tu pasión puede abrirte nuevas puertas y oportunidades que no esperabas?

Aquí te animamos a dar el primer paso, solo por la satisfacción de hacerlo, sin pensar en los resultados inmediatos.

Las personas más auténticas son aquellas que se atreven a mostrar lo que realmente les mueve. Este episodio es un recordatorio de que lo único que necesitas es ser tú mismo y compartir desde el corazón. Al final del día, compartir lo que amas puede transformar tu vida, conectarte con nuevas experiencias, y ofrecerte la oportunidad de ver el mundo de una manera diferente.

Escucha ideas de cómo puedes comenzar a hacer lo que amas sin complicaciones. ¡Atrévete a dar el primer paso y a compartir lo que te apasiona con el mundo!

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