Current & Future Events

CURRENT & FUTURE EVENTS

RECENT EVENTS!!

CaPROWN Hosts Zonal Meetings Across Cameroon

We are excited to announce the upcoming Western and Central Zonal Meetings of the Cameroon Professional Research-Oriented Women Network (CaPROWN). These regional gatherings are part of our ongoing efforts to connect, empower, and support female researchers across Cameroon and the African continent.

These zonal meetings are a crucial part of our mission to empower female researchers, amplify their voices, and accelerate their impact. We encourage all CaPROWN members and interested participants to attend these important gatherings.

"Join us for the Central and Western Zone meeting! Together, we can inspire change, share ideas, and strengthen our community. Your voice matters—let's make it heard!"

2024 CaPROWN WESTERN ZONE MEETING

We are proud to feature our esteemed speakers who shared invaluable insights during the assembly. Their expertise and passion for their respective fields inspired engaging discussions and enriched our understanding. Thank you for contributing to our collective knowledge and empowering our community.

Dr. Nfor Vivian Tanyu

Dr. Nfor Vivian Tanyu delivered an engaging keynote address titled 'Data Science and Artificial Intelligence: What Future for Women in Academia.' She captivated participants with insights into data science, its applications, and its importance in research. Additionally, she explored Artificial Intelligence, discussing its potential benefits and challenges in the research field.

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Prof. Fonteh Marie Niba

Prof. Fonteh Marie Niba presented on 'Scientific and Grant Writing,' analyzing essential aspects of crafting a strong scientific paper and sharing important tips and strategies for grant writing. The first part focused on understanding the fundamentals of scientific writing and the reasons why researchers should prioritize publishing their work.

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Prof. Tonjock Rosemary

Prof. Tonjock Rosemary presented on 'Grants and Funding Opportunities,' focusing on Fulbright and Humboldt Fellowships. She urged members to recognize scholarships, fellowships, and grants as vital tools for researchers. By sharing tips for success, she emphasized the competitive nature of these awards, reassuring participants that with determination, they are attainable.

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Virtual Presentation

Prof. Eunice Fombele delivered a virtual presentation titled 'Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Ethics to Enhance Research Quality and Impact.' She captivated the audience with insights into the opportunities AI presents for researchers, addressed ethical considerations in its use, and outlined the challenges it poses. The session ended with vibrant interactions and questions from participants.

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Prof. Fai Lilian

Prof. Fai Lilian presented on 'Work-Life Balance and Career Growth for Women in Academia.' She educated participants on integrating family, societal, and professional responsibilities to prevent burnout among female researchers. She outlined the benefits of work-life balance and shared strategies for improvement. The presentation was thrilling and sparked lively interactions and contributions from nearly all attendees

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Dr. Ebanga Echi Joan Eyong

Dr. Ebanga Echi Joan Eyong presented on 'Living Healthy as We Age: How to Prevent and Control Major Diseases.' She defined aging, highlighted different human organ systems and their functions, and discussed common health challenges we face as we age. These include hypertension, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, chronic kidney disease, coronary heart disease, arthritis, heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

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Activities

2024 CaPROWN CENTRAL ZONE MEETING

We are honored to highlight our distinguished speakers from the Central Zone who provided invaluable insights during the assembly. Their expertise and enthusiasm for their fields sparked engaging discussions and deepened our understanding.Thank you for enhancing our collective knowledge and empowering our community!

Prof Marceline Djuidje

Prof. Marceline defined the "pyramid of evidence," assessing the strength and reliability of different types of evidence. She emphasized crucial steps for conducting a thorough documentary search. The significance of PICO (Population-Intervention-Comparison-Outcomes) questions was highlighted. Participants learned about the hierarchical approach essential for robust research. The session concluded with a coffee break.

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Dr. Pierrette Essama Mekongo

Dr. Pierrette Essama Mekongo from the University of Yaoundé II defined AI as technology that mimics human intelligence. She emphasized its significance in course preparation and presentations, sharing examples and links to tools like Gamma AI. She advised caution about AI's accuracy and the need for verification. Participants then engaged in a practical session with open-access AI tools. The segment concluded with lunch.

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Dr. Valerie Makoge

Dr. Valerie Makoge offered strategies for effective writing. She emphasized the importance of these strategies in planning research and responding to grant calls. Additionally, she discussed how strong writing skills contribute to overall career advancement. Participants gained valuable insights to enhance their writing abilities. This segment aimed to empower researchers in their professional journeys

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During the retreat, participants were encouraged to dedicate time to personal tasks, such as drafting a manuscript introduction or developing a methodology. Activities included an assignment on the evidence pyramid. Participants also engaged in hands-on exercises with AI tools. This time aimed to enhance their research skills and foster creativity. Overall, the retreat provided a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Cultivating Ideas and Innovation

transform your research journey into a path of discovery and impact.

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Great teamwork and unforgettable moments! Grateful for the collaboration and connections we’ve built together

Together We Achieve More

Collaboration is key! Working together, we leverage our strengths to tackle challenges and drive success

Sharing Knowledge and Skills

Empowering each other through collaboration! Sharing insights and expertise helps us all grow and succeed together

Capturing Ideas in Action

Documenting our thoughts and strategies! Writing helps us clarify our goals and drive our projects forward.

Member Experiences: A Testament to Empowerment

The one-day writing retreat introduced me to some AI tools I wasn’t aware of before then. I came in contact with Gamma and Zotero for scientific research and I have been using them since then. I was particularly intrigued by Gamma’s AI-assisted design capabilities. The intuitive interface made it easy to create visually appealing presentations, which has significantly enhanced the way I now present my research findings. The practical sessions were particularly useful and the real-time collaboration feature allowed me to work seamlessly with CaPROWN’s great ladies of substance. Zotero, on the other hand, revolutionized the way I now manage my references. Being acquainted with its automatic citation generation and organization features now saves me a lot of time while ensuring that my references are always accurate and up-to-date. Overall, these tools have greatly improved my efficiency and the quality of my research work. Special thanks to the CaPROWN Management Team (of which I am a member) for coming up with this initiative and special gratitude to all the speakers and trainers.

Prof Emelda Ngufor SambaProf/ Head of Section for Performing Arts and Cinematography/Coordinator for professional masters and Cinematography and Audio Visual, University of Yaounde 1

As a researcher interested in building and developing my career as well as contributing knowledge to science, I must attest the fact that attending CaPROWN Western zonal meetings have been very instrumental in fortifying me to embrace challenges in different spheres of life. Through my interactions and exchanges with other peers of different disciplines within the CAPROWN network, I am determine to improve my skills in carrying out research, learn more strategies and techniques involved in applying for scientific grants and funding of research. In addition, the Western zonal meetings have been able to broaden my scope in understanding the way to handle practical daily life issues besides career development.

Dr Kimah Comfort SjinkweLecturer/Researcher of the Department of History Heritage and International Studies

Being a new member, it was my first time to attend the Western Zone meeting and it was such an amazing experience being together with likeminded women in research. The exchanges were so enriching and I learnt how to adequately use Artificial Intelligence in doing research, how to go about research grants and much more

Dr Charlotte Simo DguidgeDr./ Lecturer of English language University of Dschang

As a member of the Western zone, I have been greatly inspired especially during meetings and the presentations at meetings to aim high in research as a female researcher. Networking with other female researchers has built my capacity and empowered me greatly in the field of research. I count myself lucky and proud belonging to CAPROWN

Dr. Teke Nee Ache Neh AchaLecturer/Head of Service in Charge of Training and Internship HTTC University of Bamenda

PREVIOUSE EVENTS!!

Family photo of the First CAWR 2021 Participants

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Or contact us directly by sending an email to info@caprown.org for more information about Participation or sponsorship.

Monthly General Meetings and Symposiums every Last Saturdays of the Month and all Members are mandated to attend and participate.

The Symposiums also features guest speakers and other ex-change networking activities

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Important Topics and Discussions
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