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Benevolence is not a strategy; investment is
Author: Dr. Ayo Olufade, STEAM Educator | Podcast Host | Author | Entrepreneur | Advocate for Diversity in STEAM This morning, I came...
Ayo Olufade
21 hours ago2 min read


Decolonizing AI: Building Justice Into the Algorithm
Author: Dr Ayo Olufade Artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping everything from healthcare to education to governance. But here’s the...
Ayo Olufade
22 hours ago4 min read


The U.S. Must Ask: How Can We Align Our Strengths With Africa’s Aspirations? And Not How Can We Compete For Control?
Africa is not just rising, it is repositioning. With strategic assets in critical minerals , a dynamic tech landscape , and the world's...
Ayo Olufade
Jul 157 min read
Bridging Income Disparity through Strategic STEAM Education: Why You Should Consider STEAM Careers
Dr. Olufade breaks down the harsh realities behind income inequality in Black communities, where advanced degrees often don't translate...
Ayo Olufade
Jul 81 min read


Beyond AI: Rethinking Innovation in a Complex World
Recently, I started thinking a lot about our collective fascination with artificial intelligence and why there is so much energy and...
Ayo Olufade
Jul 54 min read


The "Great Dying": A Profound Historical Lesson for a Warming World
Are We Nearing the “point of return” when it comes to global warming and climate change? Lessons from Earth's "Great Dying" As a...
Ayo Olufade
Jul 23 min read


The Muscle and the Heartbeat of American Innovation Is at Risk: Time to Realign Our Priorities
By Dr. Ayo Olufade The National Science Foundation (NSF) is not just a federal agency; it is the driving force behind American discovery....
Ayo Olufade
Jun 16 min read


Let Your Light Lead the Way: A Manifesto for Future Scientists, Thinkers, and World Changers
AI-Generated Image By Dr. Ayo Olufade, PhD, Host of STEAM Sparks - Think STEAM Careers Podcast. What if every human being emits a unique...
Ayo Olufade
May 264 min read


History isn’t Just About Who Gets the Credit, It’s About Who Made the Difference: The Unsung Heroes of STEAM
AI-Generated Image Your Voice, Your Ideas, Your Contribution Matter! Innovation doesn't happen in isolation. The world we live in today...
Ayo Olufade
May 264 min read


Science Is Only as Strong as the People Behind It
By Dr. Ayo Olufade On the 75th Anniversary of the National Science Foundation (NSF), I sat down with Dr. Adriana Bankston for a special...
Ayo Olufade
May 258 min read


The Hearth Beneath the Ice: How Oral Tradition Rewrote North American History
“History isn’t just found in the ground. It’s carried in the voices of those who remember.” On a remote island off the coast of British...
Ayo Olufade
May 183 min read


Could African Nations Become Key Players and Leaders in AI Development?
Yes, that's correct! African countries have a significant and promising potential to take the lead and become key contributors in the...
Ayo Olufade
May 152 min read


AI Diplomacy: Is the Middle East Going to be Emerging as the New AI Powerhouse?
Regarding U.S. AI diplomacy with China, is China out and the Middle East in? I ask this question because I could not help but notice...
Ayo Olufade
May 143 min read


From storytelling traditions in Africa to the power of AI today, preserving wisdom is key! 📖🌐
Let's discuss documenting and sharing our heritage with future generations. #CulturalPreservation #AI #Heritage Authored: Dr. Ayo Olufade
Ayo Olufade
May 121 min read
Global Vision: Jesus's Return and the pervasive influence of media and technology, and Connection to Africa
Dr. Ayo Olufade reflects on the biblical promise that Jesus' Return will be visible to all and ties it to the pervasive influence of...
Ayo Olufade
May 122 min read


Bill Gates' Legacy of Giving: A Bold Move for Global Impact
Bill Gates has announced plans to donate a considerable amount of his wealth (99% of his fortune—an estimated $107 billion) to the Gates...
Ayo Olufade
May 82 min read


Drug Safety in the Spotlight With Dr. Djikolngar Maouyo: Innovation, Integrity, and the Future of Safer Medicines
The Urgent Challenge in Drug Development: Drug development remains one of biomedical science's most complex, costly, and high-risk...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 294 min read


Africa's Educational Transformation: Leadership, Culture, and a Connected Generation
Despite being outside Africa, many of us of African descent follow the promising developments unfolding across the cradle of all...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 263 min read


🧬 When Medicine Heals — and When It Hurts: The Critical Need for Drug Safety Innovation
Imagine dedicating your entire career to discovering new medicines and ensuring that the drugs we trust are safe. This is the mission of...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 253 min read


The Hidden Cost of Unsafe Drugs — Dr. Djikolngar Maouyo's Journey from Chad to Scientific Innovation
Did you know that a staggering 90% of drugs fail before they ever reach patients? And it's not because they don't work, but because of...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 222 min read
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