AIChE - Doing a World of Good

In this episode of the Foundation's Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet process engineers Jill Craven and Ogochukwuv (Ogo) Enekwizu. Ogo is currently conducting post doctoral research on aerosol and climate science at a Department of Energy (DOE) national lab, and Jill is a tool installation engineer at Intel. Hear about what led them to their careers as process engineers, navigating their respective industries as women and minorities, how AIChE has contributed to their professional growth, and the importance of mentorship in career progression and success.

In this episode of the Foundation's Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet process engineers Donna Bryant and Carlos Prieto Perez. Donna has over 13 years of experience and Carlos is beginning his career as a process engineer. They discuss their respective paths that led them to process engineering, how early recognition by AIChE as promising young ChEs helped overcome challenges, the importance of process engineers, and their goals for the future.

In this episode of the Foundation's Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet newly retired process engineers Beth Ballard and Monica Wilson. Combined they have over 70 years of experience in their respective industries. They discuss why they chose their careers in process engineering, their unique experiences as women and minorities, the steps they took to ensure their success, and more.

In this episode, host Bob Knorpp speaks with the LGBTQ+ & Allies Young Professionals panel that spoke at this year's AIChE virtual annual meeting about career development, allyship, visibility and inclusivity.

In this episode, host Bob Knorpp speaks with Dr. Amir Nashat, a managing partner at venture capital firm, Polaris Partners, and former student of Bob Langer’s; and Dr. César de la Fuente, Presidential Assistant Professor in Bioengineering, Microbiology, and Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania, and the first recipient of the Langer Prize.

In this episode, host Bob Knorpp speaks with Dr. Bob Langer, noted MIT Institute Professor, well known bio chemical engineer holding 1300 patents, and member of the board of directors and scientific advisory board at Moderna; and Ray Jordan, head of corporate affairs at Moderna.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Dr. John P. Banovetz of 3M and Dr. Brendan Boyd of Eastman Chemical Company. They discuss sourcing, manufacturing and production of PPE during the pandemic, how they handle the growing demand, and what's next on the agenda regarding their Covid-19 response effort.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Dr. Monty Alger, Dr. John Jordan and Dr. Darrell Velegol, three curators of the Career Discovery method. They discuss what led to the formation of the Career Discovery method, the "skills" market, the lifelong benefits of using this method and how AIChE is supporting their efforts.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Craig Kennedy, The Global Head of Transformation and Supply Chain Management for Merck, also known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada. He discusses the ways in which Merck is responding to the Coronavirus pandemic, the important role their chemical engineering teams play in supporting their efforts, and how to stay in the know regarding Merck's progress

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Dr. Lucas Landherr, Ms. Madeline Mueller, and Dr. Cristina Thomas. They discuss the formation of the K-12 committee and the K-12 STEM Outreach Competition, a program designed to challenge students currently studying in the STEM disciplines, and also expose younger students to exciting possibilities within the field.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Dr. Joan Brennecke and José Bravo. Most chemical engineers are probably already familiar with the importance of distillation technology. But many may not realize that recent advancements in this tech for every sector from energy to medicine are making it one of the most exciting areas of chemical engineering today. Dr. Brennecke and José Bravo discuss how research into separations technology is reshaping entire industries and improving life for us all.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Ms. Ana Davis and Dr. Zenaida Gephardt. They discuss the impact of the lack of diversity and inclusion within the field, the journey to becoming your authentic self, and how AIChE is helping to change the landscape for the next generation of women and minorities.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Jay Keasling. He discusses the success of his team’s pioneering efforts in the Metabolic Engineering space, and his current work that is helping to end dependence on fossil fuels and reduce environmental impact.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Jessica Boyer and Jenna Caputo. They talk about the importance of the Rising Stars Leadership Workshop to recognize and encourage the efforts of women in our industry.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Cari Parker, David Miller and Teni Butler. They discuss Eastman’s successful roll-out of the SAChE® (Safety and Chemical Engineering Education)Curriculum to Eastman’s 2019 summer interns.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Lilia Abron and Gilda Barabino, two role-models in the field of chemical engineering.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll hear the second of our two-part discussion with six past participants about their Washington Internship for Students of engineering (WISE) experience and how it enhances careers.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet six past participants of the Washington Internships for Students in Engineering (WISE) Program how the program has shaped their thinking about government and industry partnership.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Allison Berke, Liz Specht, and Elliot Swartz of the Good Food Institute (GFI) and learn more about the development of plant-based and cell-based meat products.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Deborah Grubbe and James Porter, and learn how to use strategies for adding purpose to both your career and retirement goals.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Daniel Crowl, Andre Da Costa, and Teressa Szelest, three individuals committed to the improvement of process safety.

In this episode, you'll meet Sujata Bhatia, Jonathan Galarraga, and Nick Martin, three individuals focused on expanding educational outcomes for the profession of chemical engineering.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Tony Butterfield, Stephanie Farrell, and Gayle Gibson, three of our members spearheading an initiative focused on LGBTQ+ & Allies, a program that is designed to raise awareness, offer support, and create dialog for issues relevant to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer or Questioning individuals within our profession.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Amita Gupta and Sujata Bhatia, two fascinating women using their considerable talents to help radically transform the medical and public health sectors. In the podcast, Amita and Sujata discuss approaching medical and public health issues as engineering problems, the impact of this type of work, and the future of this methodology.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Nance Dicciani, Ruby Chandy, Kim Ann Mink, and Suzanne Rowland, four women who have all significantly contributed to the advancement of both the chemical engineering field and the business world. In the podcast, Nance, Ruby, Kim Ann, and Suzanne discuss how the chemical business and the role of the chemical engineer is changing, and their roles as change agents over the course of their careers.

In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Gilda Barabino, Christine Grant, and Paula Hammond, all of whom are active in AIChE’s Minority Affairs Committee. In the podcast, Gilda, Christine, and Paula discuss their involvement with the Minority Affairs Committee, their experiences educating engineering students and how working in an educational setting has shaped their approaches to chemical engineering, and the social needs that chemical engineering is particularly good at addressing.

This is the first episode of the Foundation’s 2018 Doing a World of Good podcast series features Kelly Barb and John Cirucci, co-chairs of AIChE's Global Social Initiatives Committee, a working group dedicated to promoting volunteerism and social action within the organization. In the podcast, Kelly and John talk about their own experiences with volunteering, the biggest need in the world today where chemical engineering can make a difference, and what the committee and AIChE is doing to promote and encourage ongoing commitments to societal improvements.

This episode of the Foundation’s 2017 Doing a World of Good podcast series features Greg Yeo, Chief Engineer at ExxonMobil Chemical. From his humble beginnings as the son of a Methodist preacher in rural New Jersey, Greg Yeo was determined and focused. And it was this drive that would eventually guide him to a storied career at Exxon Chemical In the podcast, Greg talks about his journey as a leader, never losing site of his roots and the people who have helped him along the way. He talks about the idea of "grit," and how it played a role in his own career and helping others to achieve the fullness of their own potential.

Dr. Cato Laurencin is best known for his pioneering leadership in the field of regenerative engineering. As the founding director of the Regenerative Engineering Society, and through his own research, he is leading the charge toward broader understanding of biochemical reactions in the body, to identify methods for enhancing natural regenerative processes. Learn more about how Cato is Doing a World of Good.

The AIChE Foundation’s 2017 Doing a World of Good podcast series kicks off by featuring Frances Arnold, distinguished professor of chemical engineering, bioengineering, and biochemistry at Caltech. Dr. Arnold has expanded the expectations of what chemical engineering can achieve, taking her engineering expertise in systems and processes and applying it directly to the world of biochemistry. In the podcast, Frances talks about her career journey, which ultimately lead to her work in directed evolution, a technology that promises to use biological systems to create more effective and environmentally responsible products for everyday use.

Shariq Yosufzai is Chevron’s Vice President for Global Diversity, Ombuds, and University Relations. In this podcast, Shariq shares with us his personal commitment to inclusion and diversity in the engineering profession, key role models he’s had along the way, and Chevron’s steadfast belief that diversity is not only the right thing to do, it’s business imperative.

The second episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast features Ed Cussler, Distinguished Institute professor at the University of Minnesota. In the podcast, Ed talks about his passion for teaching and mentorship, the evolution of chemical engineering education and student perspectives, and how he sees the profession driving society’s greatest needs.

In the first of the AIChE-Doing a World of Good podcast series, Raj Gupta, senior advisor for New Mountain Capital, shares a captivating story of his personal and professional journey to become a leader in the chemical industry. You'll get a first-hand account of how Raj was mentored by family, friends, and other leaders in a way that enabled him to lead and influence others, both professionally and personally.