photographer: jonne lucia op de weegh© | make-up artist: violeta marinova from art of colors
quirine smit(she/her)
researcher hybrid ai at tno
about
research has always been second nature to me. i am curious, love solving difficult puzzles, and have always been interested in many different topics. this is what led me to being a researcher hybrid ai at tno. i am continuously seeking opportunities to contribute to building a fairer world. i apply this mindset to my work both as a researcher of hybrid ai, looking for ways to develop ai in a way that benefits the most vulnerable people rather than harming them, and through my efforts at rainbow@tno, where i actively contribute to creating a more inclusive workplace.
what advice would you give to your younger self?
whenever you need to do something that makes you nervous, tap into the confidence of someone else. pick someone near you, someone who oozes confidence and guess what they would do in your situation. use that as inspiration: if they can do it, you can do it too.
tno
tno believes in the strength of women, and that everyone should have the same opportunities to take part and to grow. in society, and also as an employee and colleague. by combining our unique strengths we can innovate and impact society. we love to showcase some of our talented tno women by collaborating with equals for international women’s day. by highlighting our women in tech and leadership, we hope to show girls and women that they are welcome in these roles. let’s continue to inspire and innovate! would you like to work at tno? check out our vacancies!