This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here Your weekly round-up of must-read news on women in science October 11, 2022 To view email in web browser, click here. .AWIS UPDATES Embracing Change AWIS "I needed to find what I cared about, let it drive me forward, and fight every barrier in my way," says Dr. Jennifer Gerbi, acting director of APRA-E. Dr. Gerbi has built a rewarding STEM career that has spanned academia, industry, national labs, and government. She shares four key lessons for staying true to yourself and carving your own path in STEM. READ MORE Book Giveaway: The Awesome Human Project AWIS We are giving away copies of The Awesome Human Project: Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More in Work and Life by Nataly Kogan, the speaker for our November 16 webinar "How to Do the Work You Love Without Burning Out." Enter the giveaway by October 21! READ MORE .HOT HEADLINES Stanford's Carolyn Bertozzi wins Nobel in chemistry Stanford News Stanford chemist Carolyn Bertozzi was awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry for her development of bioorthogonal reactions, which allow scientists to explore cells and track biological processes without disrupting the normal chemistry of the cell. Bertozzi’s lab first developed the methods in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Since then, her lab and others have used them to answer fundamental questions about the role of sugars in biology, to solve practical problems, such as developing better tests for infectious diseases, and to create a new biological pharmaceutical that can better target tumors, which is now being tested in clinical trials. READ MORE Women's Nobel haul is thin again as men take bulk of prizes Bloomberg Just two women were among this year's 14 Nobel prize winners, underscoring how the world’s most prestigious science awards lacks diversity. Annie Ernaux, a French author, won the literature prize, while Carolyn R. Bertozzi shared the award for chemistry with Morten Meldal and K. Barry Sharpless. READ MORE Nicole Mann becomes first Native woman to go to space with latest SpaceX mission NPR SpaceX launched its crewed space mission to the International Space Station on Wednesday. On board and heading the expedition as mission commander is Nicole Mann — the first Native American woman to go to space. She's a Marine Corps pilot and NASA astronaut, as well as a member of the Wailacki tribe of the Round Valley Indian Tribes. Her milestone moment comes 20 years after John Herrington became the first Native American man to walk in space, in 2002. READ MORE  SPONSORED VIDEO DATA SCIENCE IN MIAMI The University of Miami’s Master of Science in Data Science provides interdisciplinary connections and experiential learning opportunities across all aspects of data science: from machine learning to marketing, from city planning to climatology. Consider advancing your career with a cutting-edge degree located in one of the world’s fastest-growing tech hubs. WATCH VIDEO All-female flight introducing young women to STEM careers makes historic landing Today Imagine flights fueled by girl power, soaring toward new career paths for young women. Delta Air Lines’ WING program (Women Inspiring the Next Generation) has been making that a reality since 2015 by putting girls on flights manned exclusively by women. And WING just took off again with a historic flight that has the potential to lead its more than 100 passengers beyond the skies. READ MORE Documentary featuring Professor Sara Seager wins Emmy Award MIT News A number of MIT affiliates featured prominently at the 43rd Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards presented by The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences — including a winner of the Emmy for Outstanding Science and Technology Documentary. "The Hunt for Planet B" — which focuses, in part, on Sara Seager, MIT’s Class of 1941 Professor of Planetary Sciences in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences and a professor in the departments of Physics and of Aeronautics and Astronautics — received the Emmy on Sept. 29th. READ MORE  SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by Tufts University Tufts University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Biology Master’s Degree Program Chemistry Master’s Degree Program Physics Master’s Degree Program STEM Education Master’s Degree Program .WOMEN in STEM Deblina Sarkar awarded the Perfect and Rarely Achieved Impact Score by National Institute of Health MIT Media Lab The National Institute of Health (NIH) has awarded the perfect and rarely achieved impact score to Prof. Deblina Sarkar for her NIH Director’s New Innovator Award (DP2) proposal. She achieved an impact score of “10” which is the highest score possible. The summary statement from the NIH panel mentioned that Prof. Sarkar’s proposed technology “has the potential to herald a new era." READ MORE NASA's Saturn v rocket, the moon rock box and the woman who made them work properly Scientific American What did Yvonne Y. Clark, or Y.Y., actually do as a mechanical engineer? This third episode of the Lost Women of Science podcast is about the work itself — specifically, the work Y.Y. did at NASA on the Saturn V rocket and the design of the “moon rock box” for transporting lunar samples back to Earth. And we take a deep dive into the history of the American space program, the mechanics of a rocket and how Y.Y. brought her troubleshooter’s mind to a problem that was plaguing some of the country’s top scientists. READ MORE  PRODUCT SHOWCASE Science Transforms the World; Together We Transform Science There are many ways of measuring a journal’s influence. Across multiple tools used to measure research output and impact, ACS Publications journals reported impressive levels of impact, citations and output through 2021. Learn more about the variety of journal metrics used by ACS Publications and how they reflect a journal’s impact in their scientific communities. See More Metrics for ACS Journals MIT events illuminate critical need for menstruation science MIT News More than 70 MIT students, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered in MIT’s Killian Court recently to “Stand Up and Be Counted (for Women’s Health),” with a strong representation of individuals concerned about gynecology disorders such as endometriosis and adenomyosis. An estimated 20-25% of MIT women — about 2,000-2,500 total — are affected by one or more menstrual disorders in ways that impair their abilities to work and participate in the academic community. READ MORE Bones that bond: Women-led paleontology team unearths the power of Earth's history Rocky Mountain PBS Down a winding dirt path and into a vast valley surrounded by bluffs and a river blossoming with lush vegetation, a fossil quarry tells the tale of Earth’s past. The crew of a female-led dinosaur dig traveled to Wyoming to uncover a time capsule of prehistoric life that dates back to the Jurassic era around 150 million years ago. “The Earth communicates it’s history with us,” paleontologist Jana Mckeeman reflected. “And if we pay attention, take time to look and listen, we can start to put the pieces of Earth’s history together.” READ MORE  SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Women at Stevens: The Pioneers and Trailblazers Attend a virtual graduate admissions event Dr. Antonia Zaferiou chooses Stevens to pursue biomedical engineering teaching, mentoring and research goals Stevens Ph.D student works to find new ways to fight off medical implant infections Prime New York area location brings unparalleled access to research opportunities, industry instructors and internships Fixing a broken culture Chemistry Community When considering the best time to start a family in academia, specifically in STEM, it is vital to think about the question from two different viewpoints. Firstly, we have to be realistic and start considering the culture we have, the impact this has on decision-making, and how the individual may best traverse this. Secondly, and maybe more importantly, as individuals and as a community we cannot simply accept that this culture must be adapted to, or that it is simply the individual’s responsibility to gain resilience. READ MORE Mary Kay awards education grant to young woman aspiring to become first Latin American woman astronaut to visit Mars Maryville Forum As a decades-long leader in women’s empowerment and innovative science, Mary Kay celebrates young women who are taking charge of their futures through leadership, innovation, and determination to excel in STEAM fields. Women make up only 28% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math. By offering continued support to young women in STEAM fields, they are continuing Mary Kay’s mission, which is to improve women's lives everywhere. READ MORE Feinstein Institutes' Betty Diamond receives Women in Medicine and Science Leadership Award Business Wire For her dedication to empowering women in science, breakthrough achievements in molecular medicine and research contributions, The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research’s Betty Diamond, MD, has been awarded the 2022 Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Group on Women in Medicine and Science Leadership Award. The honor will be presented in November during a special ceremony in Nashville. READ MORE .FOSTERING the NEXT GENERATION Study shows how math, science identity in students affects college, career outcomes Science Daily Two researchers have published a study that asked students if they see themselves as a math or science person, then followed up with them several times in following years. Results showed those who said yes in ninth grade were much likelier to major in STEM subjects and work in related fields after college. The results show the importance of helping students have positive math and science experiences early and could be a way to help address equity gaps in STEM. READ MORE Coming together to support the nation's STEM pipeline Inside Higher Education Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers play a vital role in advancing our nation’s research enterprise and economic competitiveness. In the wake of a few notable recent developments focused on the future of science, now is an opportune time to emphasize systemic changes that need to occur to nurture the next generation of scientists. READ MORE What does an engineer sound like? Tufts Now When Greses Pérez started out as a teacher, working mainly with students of color in Title I elementary schools, she was alarmed to see many of her students missing out on opportunities to engage in STEM topics. “The population I taught was made up of Latinx, Black, and Indigenous students, many of whom were bilingual,” she explained. “They were perceived by some teachers and school administrators as not speaking the right way and therefore lacking the competencies they needed to be successful. READ MORE PRODUCT SHOWCASE Engineering Management Master's & Certificate Take charge of the next chapter of your career. Organizations need engineers who have a systems perspective and business acumen, communicate clearly and professionally, manage technical projects, and lead diverse teams. Choose the online Master of Engineering Management at Nebraska to shape your future as a successful leader.   LEARN MORE   Reach Your Prospects Every Week Thousands of industry professionals subscribe to association news briefs, which allows your company to push messaging directly to their inboxes and take advantage of the association's brand affinity.     LEARN MORE   .DIVERSITY in HIGHER ED Opinion: Women's colleges transform women, who then transform the world The Baltimore Sun The number of women’s colleges in the United States has declined since the 1960s, leading some to question if there is still a need for them. Women’s colleges started in the 1800s to provide women access to higher education. However, a women’s college education provides many benefits that go far beyond providing the simple access once denied. Women’s colleges provide safe spaces, allowing young women to find their voices and to fill leadership and other extracurricular roles that are often filled primarily by men. READ MORE Female faculty: Beware the non-promotable task The Chronicle of Higher Education Lise attended a promotion-and-tenure committee meeting where the dean asked for a volunteer to write the recommendation report and one of the few women in attendance agreed to do it. Laurie walked into the first meeting of an important university committee to find only women in the room. Brenda mentored countless junior staff members, many who weren’t even in her department. Linda was asked to serve on the institutional review board, a request made even more difficult because everyone else had declined. READ MORE .WOMEN in TECH Amazon Web Services's $750,000 ID&E Innovation Fund will create more employment opportunities for women in STEM Forbes Amazon Web Services (AWS) publicly announced the second round of its Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (ID&E) Innovation Fund this week. During this round, the ID&E Fund will award $750,000 in micro-grants this year, with the goal of reaching 25,000 underrepresented individuals through a range of social impact organizations. READ MORE Billionaire Melinda French Gates wants to create an alternative to Silicon Valley: 'To change it would be incredibly hard' CNBC Melinda French Gates wants to shake up the tech industry, starting in Silicon Valley. The billionaire philanthropist told Fortune this week that the goal of her venture capital firm Pivotal Ventures isn’t simply to get more women into major companies. Instead, she wants to help foster an entirely new community of women-led startups that can thrive independently of Silicon Valley. 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