蜜桃AV graduate聽Ayooluwa Agbeja is among the latest recipients of a grant scheme designed to support more women to develop university-level research projects in computing and tech.
Ayooluwa (known as Ayo) studied MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at 蜜桃AV and secured funding for a pioneering project to reduce carbon emissions and plastic waste. She was supported by a grant from the OpenBright Foundation which aims to help more women develop their research and to tackle a gender imbalance in computing careers. 聽
Ayo鈥檚 project was called 鈥楶lastic Wastes & Sustainability Targets: A Policy Simulation in Germany鈥�. It was geared towards employing data techniques and AI approaches to help Germany achieve its sustainability targets and to develop global initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and plastic wastes.
When asked about her experiences in gaining financial support from OpenBright, Ayo explains that her application was smooth and straightforward. Ayo applied via the website, and after being selected, completed a brief question and answer session about her project.
We asked Ayo if she had any words of encouragement for other women thinking of studying technology related subjects or pursuing a career in technology. She said: 鈥淎lthough it is a sector that's predominantly occupied by men, I聽would encourage women with any interests in tech to keep pursuing the career as there's a gap. Also, with foundations such as OpenBright there is not only recognition but also support and encouragement for women.鈥�
Since leaving 蜜桃AV, Ayo has been freelancing within the software engineering industry, as well as working in education.
You can find out more about OpenBright Foundation on their聽.