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Sahera Abumariam Joins Ben Rodgers To Discuss Her Journey Into Chemical Engineering

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From Honduras to Tennessee Tech, doctoral student Sahera Abumariam is making waves in the world of chemical engineering! With award-winning research on microplastics and a passion for environmental innovation, she’s turning big dreams into real-world impact. Hear her inspiring journey, her goals for the future, and how family and STEM brought her all the way to Cookeville!

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