艾米·艾略特14岁
艾米·艾略特14岁
Group Leader of Robotics and Intelligence Systems and 3D Manufacturing Scientist, 橡树岭国家实验室
I'm a mom of 2, and a 3D printing fanatic! I have several 3D printers in my house and love making things for myself and others. I've also been on a few TV shows, including 7 seasons of the Science Channel's Outrageous Acts of Science. 我在弗吉尼亚理工大学的时候, I was on a reality show on The Discovery Channel called "The Big Brain Theory," which was a competition for engineers. In general I try to get on camera as much as possible so that I can be a role model for girls interested in STEM and trades. I'm currently a scientist at Oak Ridge National Lab, and I re搜索 advanced manufacturing technologies, 主要是3D打印. I love working with scientists from other fields of expertise to solve problems. 我申请了几项专利, 等待, 和授权, which is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.
How Virginia Tech equipped me for the 'real world'...
The professors at Virginia Tech are just the best. They are really connected with the latest innovations in their field, which really prepared me for the 'real world.'
Best part of being a Virginia Tech alum...
Being part of a network of really outstanding professionals.
这是我得到的最好的建议....
The guys aren't holding their gender on their shoulders, so neither should you.
A key habit, practice, or skill, that's important for success in my industry...
交朋友! I have seen how forming genuine relationships with people has really helped our re搜索 grow together.
一个激励过我的人...
Dr. Chris Williams (a Virginia Tech professor) continues to inspire me with his passion, 善良, 以及惊人的职业道德.
If I had a superpower, it would be...
飞行. 肯定飞. 我会去任何地方!
My no-fail, go-for-it motivational song...
泰勒·斯威夫特的《全球十大赌博靠谱的平台》
我读的最后一本书...
"You're More Than a Diversity Hire" by Angelique Adams, PhD.
最喜欢的结束一天的方式...
Love cuddling with my kiddos and reading a book.
Fondest Virginia Tech memory or tradition...
I love Virginia Tech in the spring and fall. I love walking around, soaking in the beautiful campus.
Words of encouragement to a current Virginia Tech student...
Keep working hard, and you'll be prepared for the amazing opportunities that will come your way!
A cause I'm most passionate about...
I'm very passionate about educating girls about STEM and trades. I'm even starting a book series about it! The first book will be published this summer (2022).
The most formative experience I've had...
I learned a lot being on a reality show where we were building things. We got to design and build 8 devices that most people don't get to do in a lifetime.
这是我遗愿清单上的第一项...
Travel to France and eat all the pastries!
我隐藏的天赋...
I'm really good at drawing things in Powerpoint. 好得出奇.
我最喜欢的一句话...
"if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.——西奥多·罗斯福
Something very few people know about me...
I used to be painfully shy and awkward. 现在我很尴尬!
What is one thing about Virginia Tech you hope never changes?
I hope the campus always looks like Hogwarts :)