Download or read book Hispanic Role Models in Science written by Paola Mina-Osorio and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is not merely a collection of biographies. It is an actionable list of strategies that anybody aspiring to a career in science can apply throughout their journey."Dr. Mina-Osorio explores the extraordinary careers of Hispanic scientists from prestigious academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies in the U.S., carefully analyzing their stories and extracting essential lessons backed by the science of motivation and performance.The author also draws on her own story as a scientist and daughter of an Afro-Ecuadorian physician with a remarkable story, who served as her role model. She talks about the importance of Hispanic role models to inspire the next generation of scientists in the U.S.This is a must-read for young students interested in a scientific career and for those already in science who are striving to succeed and can use some inspiration from real-life stories of passion and perserverance.Transform fear into gritDiscover your passionNurture your interestsSet goals and plansMake value-based decisionsCreate a circle of supportLearn from your mistakes and believe in yourselfRest, fun, and erasing stereotypesGive back to the communityContributions by: Markita Del Carpio Landry Ph.D., Maria Elena Fuentes Ph.D., Jorge Gomez Ph.D., Monica Guzman Ph.D., Patricio Huerta Ph.D., Esteban Mazzoni Ph.D., Ingrid Montes Ph.D., Sylvia Ortega Martinez Ph.D., Maria Jose Redondo M.D. Ph.D. MPH, Veronica Segarra, Ph.D., Valeria Vasquez Ph.D.