Reflecting on the Third Women in Science Symposium at FAU
Following the success of last year’s event, the third Women in Science Symposium took place from July 22-24, 2024. Our PhD students Elena Mack and Anna-Sophie Wollny, were members of the Organizing Committee. Notably Elena Mack served as the Symposium coordinator for the second consecutive year.
The primary goal of the symposium is to address the under-representation of women in science by enhancing the visibility of female researchers. The event brings together women at various stages of their careers to showcase their outstanding scientific achievements and career advancements from around the globe. Unlike typical scientific symposia, this event offers a personal touch, with female speakers sharing insights into their lives, career journeys, and the unique challenges they face as women in the scientific community.
The 2024 symposium attracted a diverse group of female researchers from around the world, each contributing valuable perspectives from different fields of chemistry. The event was not limited to academic insights; it also provided glimpses into potential careers in the industry. Three distinguished speakers from the industrial sector shared their professional journeys, offering attendees a comprehensive view of career possibilities beyond academia.
Over the course of the three-day event, several highlights took place to promote networking and meaningful discussions. One of the standout features was the braindating session and roundtable discussions, which offered participants opportunities to forge new connections, share personal experiences, and engage in insightful conversations with peers and mentors.
The poster presentation session was another key highlight, providing a platform for researchers to present their work, receive feedback, and build connections with fellow scientists. This year introduced an exciting new element: the audience poster prize.
We are delighted to announce that our PhD student, Phillip Greißel, who also served as a photographer capturing fantastic shots of the Symposium, has won a prize for his poster titled ”Twisted Molecular Nanoribbons – Charge-Transfer Formation Competes with Singlet Fission via a Mixed Electronic State”.
As the symposium ended, exciting news was shared: The Women in Science Symposium will continue into the next year! We look forward to the continued success of this important event and the opportunities it will bring for promoting gender equality and highlighting the achievements of women in science.
