User:Danielaassor/Andrea Goldsmith (engineer)

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The impact of Andrea Goldsmith is noticed in the area of inclusion and diversity in STEM fields. She has been an outspoken advocate of increasing the number of women and minorities who are not represented in engineering and technology. Goldsmith actively mentors aspiring professionals and students in an effort to promote more inclusive environments in both academia and business. She has worked to remove obstacles in the way of the success of numerous people who have been inspired to pursue careers in STEM by her leadership and advocacy efforts]. She increased sponsored research by 20% and implemented best practices for faculty hiring which has netted 54% women and 23% URM faculty hires. Launched major interdisciplinary initiatives and forged new partnerships with industry and with the government. Successful fundraising for endowed, term, and capital funds.

Early life and education
Goldsmith not only shaped her education path but also influenced her charitable activities. She has been a constant supporter of applications that promote STEAM education (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) for underprivileged youth, partly because of her parents' experiences. The goal of Goldsmith's mentorship and scholarship programs is to support the next wave of diverse talent in STEM and the arts. She has also been actively involved in community outreach initiatives, giving of her time to inspire young minds by speaking at neighborhood schools and community centers. Her determination to leave a lasting impression outside of the fields of academia and business is reflected in her commitment to empowering the next generation.

Work and academic career
Andrea Goldsmith is known for her innovative investigations in wireless communication systems that improve performance and reliability. Her mission is to improve networks for accessibility and sustainability by connecting theory to real-world applications. Being a co-founder of Plume Wi-Fi and Quantenna Communications, she has played a major role in transforming home networking technology. As the Dean of Engineering at Princeton University, Goldsmith guides students and supports diversity in STEM disciplines. She was elected into the National Academy of Engineering and received the Marconi Prize, among other notable honors, for her work. Future generations are inspired by Goldsmith's commitment to advancing engineering and technology, which guarantees her long-lasting influence in the field.

Awards
She is part of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, she was selected for President Biden’s Committee of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). Co-Chair of Working Groups on US Technology Competitiveness and on Revitalizing Basic Research. Member of the Semiconductor Working Group.