The conference “Women and Science: Trajectories, Barriers and Leadership” will gather leading female researchers who will share their experience and vision of the role of women in science on 5 March from 11 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. in the Marie Curie Auditorium at the University of Valencia Science Park (PCUV).

The activity, organised by the Equality Committees of the PCUV Institutes, will consist of a guest lecture and a round table discussion addressing career paths, remaining barriers and female leadership in science, and is part of the events commemorating March 8th.

It will be a space for reflection and open dialogue to share experiences, identify challenges, and continue moving towards a more equitable and inclusive scientific community. Places are limited and registration is free via the following link.

Programme

11.00 am – Opening ceremony

11.15 am – Guest lecture: “The scientific path of a naturalist”

Dr Ana Crespo – President of the Royal Academy of Exact, Physical and Natural Sciences (RAC)

12.00 p.m. – Coffee break

12.30 p.m. – Round table: “Women in science”

With the participation of:

- Dr Ana Crespo

- Dr Safaa Elidrissi Moubtassim (ICMol)

- Dr Tonyi Rodrigo (ICBiBE)

- Dr Alma Virto (IRTIC)

Moderated by Kristin Suleng, Head of Communication and Marketing at the University of Valencia Science Park Foundation (FPCUV)

1.30 p.m. – Closing ceremony

More information:

University of Valencia Science Park