Dr. Sana Odeh

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Biography

Sana Odeh is a Clinical Professor of Computer Science at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. She serves as the Faculty Liaison for Global Programs in Computer Science and has been instrumental in developing high-level computer science courses at NYU Paris. As an affiliated faculty member at NYU Abu Dhabi, she has led numerous international collaborations since 2010. Odeh is a founder and chair of the Annual NYU Abu Dhabi International Hackathon for Social Good in the Arab World and has actively promoted women in computing through various initiatives, including the Arab Women in Computing Conference and the NYC Girls Computer Science and Engineering Conference. Her research primarily focuses on women in computing within the Arab world, addressing representation, opportunities, and challenges. Sana has collaborated with researchers in economics and anthropology and aims to publish a book by the end of 2024. She has received multiple awards for her contributions to women's leadership in technology and computing.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

New York University • New York, NY

Teaching and coordinating various computer science programs and courses, promoting initiatives for women in computing.

Awards

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Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing Recognition Awards

2019-01-01
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World Technology Award Finalist

2010-01-01
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Google Rise Award

2009-01-01
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NYU's Presidential Service Award

2008-01-01

Courses

Introduction to Computer Science Web Development Programming Language of Computers: Introduction to Programming using Python

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.