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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 19h

Support women in science on DAF Day. In 2025, AWIS awarded over $170,000 in scholarships and grants to support women in science. If you hold a DAF account, please consider recommending a grant to AWIS to help advance women in STEM. awis.org/donor-advised-funds #DAFDay #DoYouDAF

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

In 2025, AWIS supported women scientists with $106,000 in scholarships. If you hold a DAF account, consider recommending a grant to AWIS to help us continue to advance women in STEM. We’ve added DAF pay to our donation form, and also accept other payment forms. awis.org/donate #DAFDay

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

In 2025, AWIS awarded $65,000 in bridge grants to support early career scientists who lost federal funding. October 8 is DAF Day. If you hold a DAF account, consider recommending a grant to AWIS to help us continue to advance women in STEM. awis.org/donate #DAFDay

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Mousumi Bhattacharjee, PhD, is a postdoctoral researcher at the Medical University of South Carolina, where she studies the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development and progression. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli… #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

October 8 is DAF Day. Donor Advised Funds are like charitable savings accounts that let you contribute now, get the tax deduction, and then recommend grants to organizations like AWIS when you're ready. Learn more: awis.org/donor-advised-funds #DAFDay

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Aracely Quispe Neira, DSc, is a Peruvian-born astronautical engineer and the first Latin-American woman to lead three successful NASA missions. awis.org/historical-women/aracely-q… #HispanicHeritageMonth #WomenInSTEM

Inspired by the Apollo 11 Moon landing, she earned a degree in systems engineering in Peru before continuing her education in the US.

She is the first Latin-American woman to lead three successful NASA missions: Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission, the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, and James Webb Space Telescope.

A passionate STEM advocate, Quispe-Neira started AQN, a personal project to encourage young women in Latin America to pursue STEM careers.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

When everything feels important, how do you decide what deserves the front burner? On November 12 at 12 p.m. ET, Tina McDermott introduces The Front-Burner Reset, practical strategies to navigate competing priorities. awis.org/awis-webinar-managing-time…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

What if you could find hidden career opportunities aligned to your life goals? Career coach Melissa Lawrence pioneered the “hidden door” strategy of career advancement. awis.org/resource/break-new-ground-…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is LGBTQ+ History Month, when we celebrate LGBTQ+ women scientists past and present. It’s a time to honor the progress made, acknowledge the work still ahead, and make sure every voice is seen and valued. Science is stronger when everyone is in it. #LGBTQHistoryMonth #Inclusion

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Planning your career? The AWIS Career Center has what you need. Find a new role using skills-based matching, get advice on building your network, and learn how to build key skills. Visit the AWIS Career Center today. awis.org/awis-career-center

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Wear your commitment to science and AWIS! Our latest design is inspired by all of those who are shaping the future of STEM. Every purchase supports AWIS’s mission to advance women in science. Browse all of the available products, colors, and designs at the AWIS store. awis.org/shop

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Laasya Mandalapu trained as a pharmacist in India, ran clinical research operations in London, and is now a doctoral candidate in Boston. Every pivot in her career started as something she couldn’t do yet. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli… #MemberMonday Tufts University

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Maria Elena Bottazzi, PhD, is a Honduran-American microbiologist and vaccinologist. awis.org/historical-women/maria-ele… #WomenInSTEM #HispanicHeritageMonth Baylor College of Medicine Baylor University

Her research has focused on the development of vaccines for neglected tropical diseases, including hookworm, schistosomiasis, Chagas disease, and leishmaniasis.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, she and her collaborators developed the vaccine Corbevax and made it available without patent restrictions to expand global access.

Bottazzi has received numerous honors for her scientific and humanitarian contributions, including election of the National Academy of Medicine.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Moving from academia to industry is more than updating your resume. Join us on 10/8 2pm ET to learn how to communicate your experience in ways that resonate and find opportunities that you may not have considered. awis.org/awis-webinar-how-to-succes…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Dr. Zhen Xu is a pioneer in histotripsy, a technology that uses focused ultrasound to destroy targeted tissue inside the body. Natasa Billeci describes her journey to this knifeless surgical achievement. awis.org/resource/what-if-surgery-d… University of Michigan

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

As a caregiver, Isabella Trezza has learned that the demands don’t stop when professional opportunities arise. The AWIS Caregiver Advancement Scholarship helped her attend conferences to learn about new areas of research. awis.org/caregiver-stories-isabella…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A career pivot is an opportunity to explore new interests and apply your skills in new ways. Find resources including webinars on career development, expert articles on navigating change with intention, and stories from women who have made the leap. awis.org/career-pivots

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Whether it’s through helping her mentees achieve their dreams, or her work at the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute in the TREAT-AD, Elizabeth Delery, PhD, wants to leave the world a better place than she found it. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It’s National Postdoc Appreciation Week! Let’s celebrate postdoctoral researchers, who are the backbone of scientific innovation. Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and perseverance. Your research shapes our future. #NationalPostdocAppreciationWeek #PostdocLife #NPA

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Christina Hernández is a Mexican-American aerospace engineer. An advocate for Latinas and other underrepresented groups in STEM, she was honored with a Hispanic Heritage Foundation STEM Award in 2021. awis.org/historical-women/christina… #HispanicHeritageMonth #WomenInSTEM

Hernández joined NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 2013, developing scientific instruments for the Mars Perseverance rover.

She also served as a flight systems engineer for the NASA mission exploring the metal-rich asteroid Psyche.

An advocate for Latinas and other underrepresented groups in STEM, she was honored with a Hispanic Heritage Foundation STEM Award in 2021.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

If you struggle with self-doubt, AWIS has the resources to help you change your self-talk and overcome the fear of failure. Find webinars and articles that will give you the support you need to take that next step. Start here: awis.org/building-confidence #ConfidentWomen

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Children in poverty can struggle to benefit from education when mental health issues go unaddressed. In response to this, Mahika Tampi developed Project Muskan, a community-based, mental health support program for children in rural settings in India. awis.org/resource/project-muskan

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Applications are now open for the Science Ambassador Scholarship for women and non-binary students in STEM from Cards Against Humanity. HS seniors or undergraduate college students are eligible for five $20,000 scholarships for the 2027 academic year. www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Giveaway ends tomorrow! Enter by September 18 at 11:59 p.m. ET. to win a copy of Fiercely Feminine. Discover how to thrive in STEM without sacrificing your authentic self. awis.org/fiercely-feminine-book-giv… #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Happening 9/29-10/2, BioscienceLA Week is premier annual community summit for LA County’s bioscience ecosystem, featuring inspiring keynotes, dynamic networking, and a celebration of innovation driving opportunity for all our diverse communities. www.biosciencela.org/biosciencela-w…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

During Hispanic Heritage Month, AWIS is spotlighting Hispanic women scientists whose work touches every field of science. Visit the AWIS Historical Women collection and let us know who to add. awis.org/historical-women-scientist… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Deborah Ajeboriogbon, a graduate student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is passionate about connecting science, research, and community engagement to support children’s development and family well-being. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Angela Nieto, PhD, is a biochemist and molecular biologist whose research transformed understanding of the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, an essential process during embryonic development. awis.org/historical-women/angela-ni… #WomenInSTEM Instituto de Neurociencias CSIC-UMH

Her research transformed understanding of the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), an essential process during embryonic development.

Her research demonstrated how those processes can contribute to cancer and fibrosis, opening up new avenues of treatment.

Nieto is a member of Spain’s Royal Academy of Sciences, and has received honors including the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Award for Europe.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

When entering academia, an offer for a tenure-track faculty position is just the beginning. Dr. Radha Narayanan offers a guide to negotiate the best startup package. awis.org/resource/negotiating-salar…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

There’s no single path through STEM. Whether you’re looking to build new skills, expand your network, navigate a career move, or grow as a leader, AWIS connects you with resources and a community to help you move forward. Discover what’s next with AWIS. awis.org/join #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Call for Posters and Abstracts! The National Postdoctoral Association is seeking session abstracts and poster presentations for the 2027 Annual Conference. Learn more: whova.com/call_for_speakers/LgXGoR8… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Moving from academia to industry takes more than updating your resume. On 10/8 at 2 pm ET, Hojeong Kim, PhD, ACC, shares strategies to help translate your academic experience and navigate the move into industry. awis.org/awis-webinar-how-to-succes…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry, and AWIS has the resources to help you navigate this revolution with confidence. Find the tools you need to shape your career. awis.org/ai #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Kavya Sree Maravajjala, PhD, is a postdoctoral research scientist who is passionate about advancing cancer research to improve patient outcomes. Read more. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli… #WomenInSTEM #MemberMonday

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Marie Morisawa, PhD, was a pioneer in quantitative geomorphology, the study of the processes that shape landscapes. Her research helped it into a mathematical and data-driven science. awis.org/historical-women/marie-mor… #WomenInSTEM The Geological Society of America (GSA)

Her research helped transform the study of geomorphology, the study of the processes that shape landscapes, into a mathematical and data-driven science.

Morisawa helped establish the SUNY Binghamton Geomorphology Symposia and founded the journal Geomorphology, serving as its first editor.

In 2006, the Geological Society of America established the Marie Morisawa Award, recognizing outstanding women graduate students studying geomorphology.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Congratulations! Drs. Ellie Brown, Elizabeth Ivey, and Deborah Mowshowitz are the newest members of the AWIS Loyalty Circle, which recognizes individuals with over 40 years of membership. We are grateful for their commitment to advancing women in science. awis.org/awis-loyalty-circle

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Are you driving diversity and inclusion in STEM? Nominate yourself (or encourage others to apply) by September 21 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Non-members can join AWIS to be considered. Learn more: awis.org/annual-awards #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Inventor and science communicator Gitanjali Rao has transformed her curiosity into innovations that address today’s social challenges. Dr. Shruti Shrestha speaks with Gitanjali about her passion for STEM. awis.org/resource/inventing-with-em…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Riya Keshri, PhD, is a research scientist focusing on cell fate reprogramming. AWIS offers her a sense of community and belonging, a way women scientists can support and uplift one another while navigating challenges. awis.org/project/awis-member-spotli… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Anna Winlock was an American astronomer and the first paid female staff member of the Harvard College Observatory. awis.org/historical-women/anna-winl… #WomenInSTEM

After her father’s death in 1875, Winlock joined the Harvard College Observatory to help support her family.

She was part of a group known as the Harvard Computers, which translated astronomical observations into precise scientific data.

Winlock made major contributions to the Astronomische Gesellschaft Katalog, a milestone in stellar cataloging.

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Win a copy of Fiercely Feminine! Discover how to return to yourself, rediscover your value, and maintain a fulfilling STEM career. Enter by September 18 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Enter here: awis.org/fiercely-feminine-book-giv… #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Moving from academia to industry takes more than updating your resume. On 10/8 at 2 m ET, Hojeong Kim, PhD, ACC, shares strategies to help translate your academic experience and navigate the move into industry. awis.org/awis-webinar-how-to-succes…

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Summer’s almost over—don’t miss meeting the incredible women we’ve highlighted for the 2026 Summer of Science. Get inspired by scientists who are pushing boundaries in STEM. awis.org/summer-of-science #SummerOfScience #WomenInScience

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

At the AWIS Career Center, you’ll find expert tips on building a resume and preparing for interviews, learn how to negotiate salary, explore how to use AI to find your dream job, and more. Start here: awis.org/job-hunting #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Join Victoria Pelletier on September 17 2 pm ET for a practical discussion on identifying emerging skills, building future-ready teams, and adapting as work evolves. awis.org/awis-webinar-preparing-for… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Turning quantum computing into real-world impact takes more than theory. Smriti Bajaj researches how classical computing and machine learning can work with quantum technology. awis.org/resource/smriti-bajaj-is-b… #WomenInSTEM

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Association for Women in Science @awisnational.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Help shape the future of the National Science Foundation. American Physical Society has launched NSF Forward, an initiative to develop recommendations to help the NSF. Learn more and share your suggestions by 9/14: www.aps.org/initiatives/advocate-am…

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