Computer scientist Kinnis Gosha - ScienceLives

The speaker shares their journey from an early interest in computing, inspired by making labels with Print Shop Deluxe, to a career in mentoring young African American males in science. They recount winning a science fair with a hypothesis about candle melting, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities. The speaker discusses their work in culturally relevant computing and virtual mentorship, highlighting the need for aggressiveness and confidence in research. They also touch on personal interests in music and technology.

What did the speaker initially think computing was about?

• Building computers

• Designing websites

• Making labels and banners

• Programming and coding

What was the speaker's hypothesis in their middle school science fair project?

• Darker candles melt faster

• Candles do not melt

• Lighter candles melt faster

• All candles melt at the same rate

What is essential for being a successful researcher, according to the speaker?

• Attending a prestigious school

• Being aggressive and confident

• Having a high IQ

• Working alone

What is the focus of the speaker's dissertation?

• Cloud computing

• Artificial Intelligence

• Virtual mentorship

• Data analysis

How did the speaker's undergraduate experience influence their approach to challenges?

• It discouraged them from taking risks

• It encouraged them to be assertive

• It taught them to be passive

• It made them avoid conflicts