Horia Hashimi - PhD Student @ EPFL (Lausanne, Switzerland)

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Introducing Horia Hashimi 🍉 : An embodiment of resilience, brilliance & unwavering spirit. This episode of Muslim Game Changers takes you on a captivating journey from the valleys of unfortunately war-torn beautiful Afghanistan 🇦🇫 to the prestigious labs of Switzerland 🏔️.
Here, Horia not only shares her incredible story of migration and identity but also sheds light on her groundbreaking work as a pharmaceutical researcher 💊.
💫 With a blend of humor, wisdom, and inspiring tales, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who seeks motivation in stories of real-world heroes conquering the odds 🚀.
Links :
- TEDx on how to learn to be a charismatic speaker
- List of EPFL labs (browse by faculty and institute): https://www.epfl.ch/labs/
- The Network of Muslim Professionals of Switzerland
- Video portrait of Horia made by the EPFL
- Brilliant video interview of Horia made by the Afghan Women Association of Switzerland

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Chapitres

1. Horia's Journey: From Afghanistan to Switzerland (00:01:45)

2. Challenges of Being a Muslim Woman in Switzerland (00:10:45)

3. The Power of Education and Making a Mark in the Pharmaceutical Field (00:15:27)

4. Horia's Academic and Professional Path to Success (00:23:46)

5. Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Science (00:30:10)

6. Navigating the PhD Pathway: Insights and Strategies (00:35:59)

7. Building a Strong Community: Initiatives and Networking (00:55:15)