Uma Srinivasan is an innovative technical leader who heads the global System Z and Cognitive Systems embedded memory array characterization team at IBM. As an expert in built-in self-test and diagnostic circuit designs, she drives significant advancements in technology yield, performance, and diagnostics. Uma is also a recognized advocate for STEM, serving as Vice General Chair for the IEEE Microelectronics Design and Test Symposium and actively promoting STEM education through various volunteer initiatives.