Saudi scientist shares her inspiration with students

Dr. Hayat Sindi, a pioneering Saudi scientist, was invited by Harvard University to attend the popular “Nifty Fifty” US program, which seeks to inspire the future scientists and innovators to pursue their dreams.
Speaking to the students at the Washington DC-based Catholic School for Girls, Hayat shared with them her journey in becoming one of the world’s most promising scientists.
Hayat told the students, “I now live the dream of making new discoveries and scientific breakthroughs that will transform the world and make a difference.”
In her presentation to the young students, Hayat spoke of her personal experience of success. She said, “There are three secrets to the long-term success of any challenge: Persistence, patience and perfection.”
The attendees, both students and their staff, warmly received Hayat’s presentation.
A letter of thanks sent on behalf of the students read, “We just wanted to thank you for inviting Dr. Hayat Sindi to speak to us today. She is a powerful, well-spoken and successful woman who inspired us to
seek the possibility of new horizons.”
Alexandria Hegeman, a 16-year-old girl who dreams of studying medicine at Harvard Medical School wrote to Hayat: “I just wanted to let you know that I absolutely loved listening to you, and learning from your experience. It was one of the best experiences of my life. You were so inspirational and your journey is amazing.”
Known as one of the programs of Science Spark, “Nifty Fifty” features some of the most inspiring global leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics who will fan out across the Washington, DC area, in the 2013-2014 school year to speak about their work and careers at various middle and high schools.