The Association for Women in Science has designated ‘Shooting Star’ and ‘Star’ Chapters in recognition of their 2024 initiatives that supported the AWIS mission of advancing women in science.
The Association for Women in Science expresses deep disappointment that no women were awarded Nobel Prizes in the sciences this year. This outcome highlights a persistent gender imbalance in the recognition of scientific and academic excellence in physics, chemistry, physiology and medicine, and economic sciences.
AWIS members will attend Meet the Scientist events supporting a new film called Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels coming to select IMAX and giant screen theaters in Spring 2024
AWIS joins AAAS and fifteen scientific societies and associations in a letter to the NIH urging them to focus on creating an environment that balances reader access to published work with researchers’ ability to publish.
The Association for Women in Science is accepting nominations for two new directors to join the national governing board for the July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 term. Applications are due April 15, 2023.
North Carolina is a leading biotechnology hub and home to top-tier academic institutions which makes it an ideal location for an AWIS chapter. Since being re-established in 2021, the chapter has hosted talent optimization workshops, diversity, equity and inclusion talks, and networking socials.
The 2023 application window for AWIS scholarships is now open, with submissions due by February 28, 2023.
AWIS has established a private, online community for members of the association to connect with one another and advance their careers.
The 2022 AWIS Annual Awards recognize the career achievements, strong leadership skills, innovative thinking, and commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility of AWIS members.
The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Michigan State University (MSU), one of the world’s leading research universities and the first land grant university in the U.S.