TU London student shares expertise as event ambassador
Financial Technology student Patience Shekwotazamu Tnushi recently represented Teesside University London at the BCS Women Lovelace Colloquium 2025 in Glasgow.
The BCS Women Lovelace Colloquium is an annual one-day conference for women and non-binary students of computing and related subjects.
Patience, who is studying MSc Fintech, presented her research findings at the conference and gained insight from students who presented from other universities.
She said: “I was delighted to attend and presented a paper and poster on Digital Inequality in Healthcare Data Management and Governance: A Comparative Study of the NHS (UK) and NHIS (Nigeria).
“The experience was nothing short of transformative, and I’m thrilled to share my journey, my research, and why this event was a defining moment for me and aspiring solution provider.
“The day was a whirlwind of engaging presentations, thought provoking discussions, and networking with talented individuals from different countries residing within the UK. Watching posters on cutting-edge topics like artificial intelligence, information technology, and digitalization come to life was awe-inspiring.
“Each presenter brought unique perspectives, sparking ideas that challenged and expanded my own thinking. The opportunity to share my research with such a diverse audience was both humbling and exhilarating, and the feedback I received fuelled my passion to dive deeper into my work.
“This conference offered a unique opportunity to showcase my work, learn from trailblazing women in tech, and build networks that will shape my future. It was a chance to represent Teesside University, London, and demonstrate the innovative spirit we embody.”
Patience’s research explores digital inequality in healthcare data management and governance by comparing the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) and Nigeria’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
She said: “This topic is deeply personal to me, as I’m passionate about leveraging technology to bridge gaps and create solutions that uplift communities.”
Patience added: “I left the conference in Glasgow with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired to push boundaries and contribute meaningfully to a world that’s growing rapidly, yet grappling with challenges. I see myself as a solution provider, and events like this equip me to make a tangible impact.
“I’m immensely grateful to the BCS Women Lovelace Colloquium for providing this platform to showcase my talent alongside other remarkable women. It was an honour to represent Teesside University, London, and I’m deeply appreciative of the recognition from my school.”