The activity, part of a gender equality project at the University of Jaén, seeks to inspire girls and young women to engage with science and technology from a transformative perspective. During her talk, the researcher also presented recent progress from the MicroChip4Age project.
Jaén, April 9, 2025 – Researcher Dr. Raquel Viciana, a member of the MicroChip4Age project team, took part as a guest speaker in the event “Women in STEM: Innovating for a Sustainable Future”, with a talk aimed at high school students entitled “The Added Value of Telecommunications in Our Lives.” The session was part of an educational initiative promoted by the University of Jaén, focused on encouraging scientific and technological vocations among girls and young women.
The event was held within the framework of the project “Building a Circular Future: Promoting STEM Vocations in the Circular Economy,” which falls under Line 1: Promoting STEM Scientific Vocations in Girls and/or Women, as part of the Gender Equality Projects supported by the University of Jaén. The initiative is led by researchers Ana Belén López, Carmen Martínez, Teresa Cotes, Luisa Molina, and Ana Revelo.
Inspiring through technology and social commitment
In her talk, Dr. Viciana discussed the essential role of telecommunications in improving quality of life, fostering sustainability, and driving technological innovation within the framework of the circular economy. She also presented the latest developments of the MicroChip4Age project as an example of ethical technology applied to the care of older adults and chronic patients, demonstrating how microelectronics and artificial intelligence can serve a more inclusive and human-centered society.
Empowering female talent in science and technology
The participation of researchers like Dr. Viciana reinforces the MicroChip4Age project’s strong commitment to equal opportunities, scientific outreach, and the promotion of young talent in STEM fields. These actions help broaden role models, challenge stereotypes, and build a more just, diverse, and innovative future.
