Mother of Invention

Here, Kathryn shares personal reflections, lessons from the world of tech, and insights on leadership, science, and the power of reinvention. These stories are inspired by her experiences as a scientist, innovator, and mother, offering a glimpse behind the scenes of life at the forefront of innovation.

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My Husband Does the Laundry

Family

My Husband Does the Laundry

Yes, my husband does the laundry. Not just his own laundry

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She’s So Bossy

Diversity

She’s So Bossy

What’s the difference between being assertive and being aggressive? Your gender.

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Reading the Tea Leaves

career

Reading the Tea Leaves

Certain people seem to have a sixth sense – insights that go beyond what

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What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

Passions

What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

I never had a good answer to that question.

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You Get What You Measure

Engineering

You Get What You Measure

Remember the story about the genie who was freed from the magic lamp?

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