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June 2024 Empower

Wednesday, June 12, 2024   (0 Comments)
Posted by: Jennifer Riggs
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 June 2024
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Welcome to GWIS Empower! GWIS Empower aims to offer career and leadership advice for women in science, along with member-generated content. This issue highlights women's success in STEM in collaboration with the Association for Women in Science (AWIS), and provides a sneak peek of the documentary ARISE FIREBIRD, which explores the experiences of women and BIPOC in the workplace. You can also look forward to a podcast conversation with Dr. Cruz about her work in medical innovations, a DEI article on how gender identity is incorporated into research, and scholarship opportunities from MPOWER and GeneTex.
Summer of Science - From dream to reality
The Association for Women In Science (AWIS) has been advocating for women in STEM since 1971. As part of their advocacy, AWIS' summer of science highlights inspiring women in STEM who have turned their dreams into reality. By showcasing womens' success in STEM, AWIS aims to create ripple effects in the community and empower the future generation of women in STEM. Visit the link to read about motivational and dynamic women in STEM.
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Complimentary Tickets for ARISE FIREBIRD
The GWIS Programming Committee is excited to promote a virtual sneak peek of an exciting new film. GWIS invites all members and friends to participate in this Sneak Peak and the associated events happening this week! We hope to host a full screening of this film later this year. ARISE FIREBIRD is a captivating documentary focused on the resilience and experiences of women and BIPOC professionals in the workplace. This film aims to inspire millions worldwide to catalyze systemic change in workplaces and help all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported in their professional journey. This sneak peek is more than just a preview; it's a call to action for anyone passionate about offering hope and inspiration to underrepresented professionals at work and those facing similar challenges in the workplace. 

Get your ticket here https://watch.showandtell.film/watch/arisefirebird615865 to view the sneak peek between June 8-June 15. Tickets are complimentary, though there is an option to contribute a donation for the sneak peek. There will be multiple Q&A sessions available as well, including one with the Association for Women in Science!
Reserve Tickets Here
Podcast Alert
A conversation with Dr. Meriem Galval Cruz
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Cruz has been at the forefront of regulatory strategy and commercialization for the development of small molecules and biologics across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Her expertise include regulatory submissions and the development of applications in the US and Europe, ensuring that crucial medical innovations reach those in need.
Currently at Biogen, Dr. Cruz's impressive career also includes roles as an Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs at Dunn Regulatory Associates and Senior Regulatory Scientist at Cote Orpha, LLC. At the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), she played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academic research and the pharma/biotech industry.

Listen to the GWIS podcast where Dr. Cruz shares her journey, insights into the regulatory landscape, and her passion for neuroscience. Her story is a testament to resilience and the importance of adapting and forging your own path. 
 
Listen here
Photo by Magda Ehlers on Pexels
Sex and Gender in Science
With efforts to progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion at scientific institutions worldwide, it is recognized that research studies mainly focus on male individuals and cannot be applied to everyone. This sparks questions about how to best take gender identity into account in research. Nature has recently put together a special collection of articles, editorials, and podcasts across a number of fields that discuss sex and gender in research. Many of them touch on why progress in this area is essential, and how it can be explored with inclusivity in mind.
Link to Article

Want to connect on-line with other women scientists? Join the GWIS Slack channel. GWIS also has a private LinkedIn group for connecting with nearly 2,000 women scientists to share interesting news, job opportunities, and more! Want to form a small group? Contact the GWIS Media group to access our private forums and help you solicit fellow GWIS participants!
Scholarship Opportunity
MPower Women in STEM scholarship

Supported by Intel, the WomenIn Scholarship aims to close the gender gap in tech careers. Applicants must identify as woman, be a full time under- or graduate student or early career professional wanting to pursue a career in game development, including programming and engineering. To be awared the $1,000 scholarship, applicants need to submit a two-page personal statement and two letters of support by May 31, 2024. For more information, visit the scholarship website.

Apply Here
GeneTex Scholarship

The GeneTex scholarship is open to all STEM majors enrolled at an accredited postsecondary institution in good academic standing, including international students. This scholarship aims to support young scientists who will increase scientific advancement and future discoveries through their STEM degree. The GeneTex scholarship awards one student $2,000 biannually for use toward their education or other expenses. Apply by July 12, 2024 to receive support towards your tuition and other expenses. 

Apply Here

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About GWIS

Founded in 1921, Graduate Women in Science is an inter-disciplinary society of scientists who collectively seek to advance the participation and recognition of women in science and to foster research through grants, awards and fellowships. We comprise over 20 active chapters of more than 800 women who are "United in Friendship through Science" to support and inspire member professional goals and mutual appreciation of science. Learn more at www.gwis.org.

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