As part of the CALIPER project, we conducted a series of interviews with inspirational role models who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
After the CALIPER project concluded, we continued this inspiring interview series, featuring Members of Academia Europaea who are actively working to promote gender equality in STEM.
Gender, technology, and resistance: An interview with Caroline Bassett Professor Caroline Bassett MAE reflects on the promises and perils of digital technologies, and why critical feminist perspectives remain vital in shaping our technological futures.
Radicalism, legacy, and the future of the Humanities: An interview with Rosi Braidotti Professor Rosi Braidotti MAE reflects on her contributions to feminist philosophy, the evolution of the humanities, and the importance of embracing intergenerational justice.
Challenging gender norms in media: An interview with Cláudia Álvares Professor Cláudia Álvares MAE reflects on the changing portrayal of gender in the media, the nuances of intersectionality, and the critical need for effective digital regulation in promoting equality.
Breaking sterotypes and encouraging passion in STEM: An interview with Ivona Černičková As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
Overcoming barriers in male-dominated world: an interview with Ann-Christine Davis MAE Professor Ann-Christine Davis MAE talks about making history as the first female Mathematics professor at Cambridge, the challenges she's faced, and the positive effect of support from male colleagues.
Building Bridges 2023 Spotlight Series: an interview with Johanna Ivaska MAE Professor Johanna Ivaska MAE shares her passion for cancer research and the challenges faced by female scientists.
A conversation on gender equity and allyship in STEM: an interview with Jeremy Sanders MAE Professor Jeremy Sanders MAE talks about his personal inclusion agenda and setting an example as a male ally.
Why we need more women in science: An interview with Dame Athene Donald MAE Dame Athene Donald MAE talks about her book "Not just for the boys" which examines the modern way of working in scientific research and how gender bias operates within it, drawing on the experiences of leading women in science.
Telling the stories of women scientists: An interview with Magdolna Hargittai MAE Professor Magdolna Hargittai MAE discusses her book which focuses on the achievements of female scientists and the importance of role models in promoting and supporting more women in STEM.
“If you want to succeed, step out of your comfort zone. Maybe you’ll succeed, maybe you won’t. But don’t despair against failure.” An interview with Özgen Özer As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
“I want young women to not stop fighting.” An interview with Adriana Albini As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
Changing landscapes in academia: an interview with Susan Wray MAE Marking International Women's Day 2023, Professor Susan Wray MAE shares her passion for physiology, and the people who have had the greatest impact on her work and career. She discusses gender equality in academia as well as her hopes for the next generation of scientists.
“We have to provide role models and show young women that not only can it be done, it can be done well.” An interview with Ángela Nieto As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
“I want young girls to know that it is perfectly normal to work in science and research.” An interview with Virginia Petre As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
An interview with Katalin Solymosi and Linn Leppert Dr Katalin Solymosi FYAE and Dr Linn Leppert FYAE discuss Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, their experiences as women in science and the importance of the CALIPER project in addressing the gender balance in STEM fields.
“It’s important to know that no woman is alone. All of us have been there in one way or another.” An interview with Professor Asimina Kiourti As part of the CALIPER project, we are conducting a series of interviews with inspirational women who work in STEM research and innovation. We explore what motivated them to choose their career, their experiences and the barriers that they faced.
