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Welcome to the central repository for AWIS articles, blogs, press releases, webinars, videos, and newsletters as well as curated content for women in science and STEM.
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AWIS Member Spotlight: Riya Keshri
August 21, 2026
Riya Keshri, PhD, is a research scientist focusing on cell fate reprogramming using synthetic de novo binders.
Harvest, Loss, and Hope: Lessons from the Kimaut Community on Food Systems and Sustainability
August 20, 2026
Yagmur Yegin shares lessons about sustainable food systems from her time spent in the Kimaut community in Kenya.
Smriti Bajaj Is Building the Bridge Between Classical and Quantum Computing.
August 19, 2026
At Dell Technologies, Smriti Bajaj researches how classical computing can support quantum systems. She uses tools such as machine learning to tackle quantum problems and studies how quantum and high-performance computing can work together.
AWIS Announces Call for 2026 Annual Member Award Nominations
August 14, 2026
These awards recognize AWIS members who are making an impact within their fields, workplaces, and communities through strong leadership, innovative thinking, and a steadfast commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Najat Hamza
August 14, 2026
Najat Hamza is a speaker, scientist, and community advocate passionate about resilience, identity, and healing.
Second Chances: What I Learned in Reapplying for a PhD
August 14, 2026
Reapplying after being rejected for a PhD can be daunting. AWIS member Swati Rajwal shares the lessons she learned on her journey.
Sibel Ebru Yalcin explores how bacteria could shape the future of electronics.
August 12, 2026
Sibel Ebru Yalcin is a research scientist at Yale University studying how bacteria use tiny protein nanowires to transport electrons. Her interdisciplinary work combines physics, chemistry, biology, and advanced imaging to better understand nature’s electronic systems and explore their potential for future bioelectronic technologies.
Introducing Scientess: A Podcast for Women About the Joy of Science
August 7, 2026
The Scientess podcast, hosted by Karen Levy, PhD, MPH, focuses on incredible women in STEM and what they love about the work that they do.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Medha Pandey
August 7, 2026
Medha Pandey, PhD, is a Computational Biologist and former DFCI Postdoc specializing in cancer fragmentomics.
AWIS Webinar - Make the Most of Your Mentoring Relationships
August 6, 2026
Mentorship can play a pivotal role in career growth, confidence, and success in STEM. In this session, Dr. Usha Rao explores the foundations of effective mentoring relationships, strategies for mentors and mentees, and approaches for creating more inclusive and supportive STEM environments. Join her for a practical discussion on maximizing the impact of mentorship and building connections that foster professional development at every career stage.
Sneha Narasimhan is developing new Alzheimer's treatments.
August 5, 2026
Sneha Narasimhan is a Medical Director at Sanofi leading clinical research for Alzheimer's disease. She works with cross-functional teams to design and oversee clinical trials that evaluate promising new therapies, helping bring innovative treatments closer to patients and families.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Annie Marcelin
July 31, 2026
Annie Marcelin is a public health professional, currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health with research focused on uterine cancer awareness among Caribbean women in urban Boston communities.
The Biochemist Who Built the Foundation for the COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine
July 31, 2026
An interview with Dr. Katalin Karikó, recipient of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
Sandra Flores-Castillo is improving transportation through geospatial technology.
July 30, 2026
Sandra Flores-Castillo is a Photogrammetric Technician with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), where she creates mapping data that supports transportation projects across Minnesota. Through her work in photogrammetry and geospatial technology, she helps engineers and planners build safer infrastructure while inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals through outreach and mentoring.
AWIS Webinar - Deciding Whether, When, and How to Use AI in Your Work
July 30, 2026
AI is reshaping scientific work, bringing new opportunities alongside important questions about reliability, bias, and responsible use. In this practical session, you'll explore when AI adds value, where caution is needed, and how to apply it without compromising scientific rigor or critical thinking. Through real-world demonstrations and balanced discussion, you'll leave with practical strategies to decide if, when, and how AI fits into your work.
Film Screening: Afghan Dreamers
July 28, 2026
Join AWIS August 10-16 for a free virtual screening of Afghan Dreamers, an inspiring documentary following Afghanistan's all-girls robotics team as they pursue science, innovation, and opportunity despite extraordinary challenges. Stay after the film for a live discussion exploring resilience, education, and the impact of women in STEM.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Jessica Kettelhut
July 24, 2026
Jessica Kettelhut is a first-generation college student at the University of Central Florida. She is studying civil engineering in order to design buildings and roadways that directly serve and improve communities.
Rosemary Roberto helps make scientific research safer and more inclusive.
July 23, 2026
Rosemary Roberto is a Laboratory Safety Supervisor at Rowan University, where she supports safe research across science and engineering disciplines. Her work combines laboratory safety, education, and advocacy to help create research environments where people can do their best work safely and equitably.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Quazi Islam
July 17, 2026
Quazi Islam, MSc, is a pharmacology researcher with over ten years in translational science.
Women Scientists Shape the Rules of Social Media
July 17, 2026
Women scientists are translating, contextualizing, and humanizing scientific research in spaces on social media platforms.
Carolyn James is advancing secure space communications through AI.
July 16, 2026
Carolyn James is a computer science student at Colorado School of Mines researching AI, satellite communications, and cybersecurity. Her work explores how artificial intelligence can strengthen space communications while helping protect the digital systems that power our future.
AWIS Member Spotlight: Melissa Carvalho
July 11, 2026
Connecticut native Melissa Carvalho, a first generation Portuguese-American, recently began her PhD studies in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
AWIS Webinar - Building Career Resilience Through Setbacks
July 9, 2026
Women in STEM often navigate setbacks, self-doubt, and subtle barriers that can impact confidence and career direction over time. In this session, Dr. Lillian Gibson explores how to build resilience and reframe challenges as opportunities for growth and renewed clarity. Join her for a practical conversation on reconnecting with your values, strengthening confidence, and moving forward with purpose. Leave with strategies to sustain momentum and long-term career fulfillment.
Felicitas Tuku Ewunsoh is reducing food waste through food science and AI
July 7, 2026
Felicitas Tuku Ewunsoh is a PhD student at Purdue University researching food processing, sustainability, and machine learning. Her work explores how food byproducts can become nutritious, value-added ingredients that support healthier, more sustainable food systems.
Film Screening: Spacewoman
July 5, 2026
Join AWIS from July 20–26 for an inspiring virtual screening of Spacewoman—a compelling documentary celebrating astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a NASA Space Shuttle mission. Through rare archival footage and personal interviews, the film traces Collins' groundbreaking career and highlights the courage, resilience, and determination that continue to inspire future generations in STEM.
