EP 36: Dr. Steven Mathetsa- Environmentalist and Water Research Scientist

03/08/2020 39 min Temporada 1 Episodio 36
EP 36: Dr. Steven Mathetsa- Environmentalist and Water Research Scientist

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Send us a textMy guest today is Dr. Steven Mathets is an environmentalist and water research scientist. He is from Limpopo, but currently based in Pretoria, South Africa.  In this episode, we learn the inspirational story of how being from the village he had no inspiration for school or even STEM but, with the influence of his aunt, he was motivated to take up science subjects to be a medical doctor. The medical doctor dream did not come to pass but he was recently awarded a doctorate from the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa. He pursued his studies part-time while working in the industry.  He tells more about his work as a senior scientist in testing and development division. In doing so, we clear up some misconceptions people have in his area of expertise as an environmental scientist. Lastly, we discuss the opportunities that being in science has afforded him. Tune in to find out more. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow the show on:Twitter: @RootofscipodInstagram: @Rootofscipod YouTube: The Root Of The Science PodcastFacebook: The Root of The Science Podcast LinkedIn: The Root Of The Science PodcastWebsite

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