Association for Women in Science
@awisnational.bsky.social
Dedicated to driving excellence in STEM by achieving equity and full participation of #WomenInScience
https://awis.org/about-awis/
https://awis.org/about-awis/
AWIS member Esha Kaler explores the myth that only research universities produce quality work, and discovers that teaching-focused four-year institutions can also produce ground-breaking research. https://awis.org/resource/teaching-focused-institutions-advance-stem-discovery #WomenInScience #Myths
December 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
AWIS member Esha Kaler explores the myth that only research universities produce quality work, and discovers that teaching-focused four-year institutions can also produce ground-breaking research. https://awis.org/resource/teaching-focused-institutions-advance-stem-discovery #WomenInScience #Myths
Deadline approaching!
AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested.
#WomenInSTEM
AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested.
#WomenInSTEM
December 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Deadline approaching!
AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested.
#WomenInSTEM
AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested.
#WomenInSTEM
FREE WEBINAR! Join Mia Thomaidou, PhD, Fellow at the Dana Foundation, on Thursday, December 11 at 2 p.m. ET for Foundation Funding: Strategies for Success, a practical roadmap for pursuing foundation support.
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
December 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
FREE WEBINAR! Join Mia Thomaidou, PhD, Fellow at the Dana Foundation, on Thursday, December 11 at 2 p.m. ET for Foundation Funding: Strategies for Success, a practical roadmap for pursuing foundation support.
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Thank you to all of our donors! We are so grateful for your support. #WomenInSTEM
You can still make a tax-deductible donation before the end of the year.
https://awis.org/donate
You can still make a tax-deductible donation before the end of the year.
https://awis.org/donate
December 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Thank you to all of our donors! We are so grateful for your support. #WomenInSTEM
You can still make a tax-deductible donation before the end of the year.
https://awis.org/donate
You can still make a tax-deductible donation before the end of the year.
https://awis.org/donate
What if chemists borrowed a page from celebrity chefs—their mastery of human-centered storytelling that wins over the public’s palate? AWIS member Savanah Saldaña-Shumaker offers this idea as a way to connect with the public. https://ow.ly/qrWB50XBkam #WomenInChemistry
December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
What if chemists borrowed a page from celebrity chefs—their mastery of human-centered storytelling that wins over the public’s palate? AWIS member Savanah Saldaña-Shumaker offers this idea as a way to connect with the public. https://ow.ly/qrWB50XBkam #WomenInChemistry
Today is #GivingTuesday
AWIS relies on the generosity of donors to support our community. Even small donations make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate now, help us meet our goal by sharing this post and telling others about AWIS. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInScience
AWIS relies on the generosity of donors to support our community. Even small donations make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate now, help us meet our goal by sharing this post and telling others about AWIS. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInScience
December 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday
AWIS relies on the generosity of donors to support our community. Even small donations make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate now, help us meet our goal by sharing this post and telling others about AWIS. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInScience
AWIS relies on the generosity of donors to support our community. Even small donations make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate now, help us meet our goal by sharing this post and telling others about AWIS. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInScience
Today is #GivingTuesday AWIS supports #WomenInSTEM with educational and leadership opportunities, scholarships and awards, advocacy, and so much more. Donations made today will be doubled (up to a total of $25,000) thanks to a gift from our board of directors. Donate here:
https://awis.org/donate
https://awis.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday AWIS supports #WomenInSTEM with educational and leadership opportunities, scholarships and awards, advocacy, and so much more. Donations made today will be doubled (up to a total of $25,000) thanks to a gift from our board of directors. Donate here:
https://awis.org/donate
https://awis.org/donate
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday!
Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. Donate if you can and share this post to spread the word. Thank you!
awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. Donate if you can and share this post to spread the word. Thank you!
awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
December 1, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday!
Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. Donate if you can and share this post to spread the word. Thank you!
awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. Donate if you can and share this post to spread the word. Thank you!
awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
Danielle Ignace, PhD, is an ecophysiologist and environmental scientist.
Her research explores how climate change, fire, and other global forces affect ecosystems and Indigenous lands.
https://awis.org/historical-women/danielle-ignace-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
Her research explores how climate change, fire, and other global forces affect ecosystems and Indigenous lands.
https://awis.org/historical-women/danielle-ignace-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Danielle Ignace, PhD, is an ecophysiologist and environmental scientist.
Her research explores how climate change, fire, and other global forces affect ecosystems and Indigenous lands.
https://awis.org/historical-women/danielle-ignace-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
Her research explores how climate change, fire, and other global forces affect ecosystems and Indigenous lands.
https://awis.org/historical-women/danielle-ignace-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
The AWIS community helps women in science feel supported in their career journey and encourages them to keep going. Please show your support for equity in STEM by supporting the AWIS mission this Giving Tuesday. https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday #WomenInScience
November 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The AWIS community helps women in science feel supported in their career journey and encourages them to keep going. Please show your support for equity in STEM by supporting the AWIS mission this Giving Tuesday. https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday #WomenInScience
Shop AWIS this Black Friday! Designs include “Girls Just Wanna Have FUNding for Science Research” and “This is what a scientist looks like,” all availabe on t-shirts, mugs, and more. Find the perfect gift or treat yourself! Visit https://shopawis.myspreadshop.com/all
#BlackFriday #WomenInSTEM
#BlackFriday #WomenInSTEM
November 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Shop AWIS this Black Friday! Designs include “Girls Just Wanna Have FUNding for Science Research” and “This is what a scientist looks like,” all availabe on t-shirts, mugs, and more. Find the perfect gift or treat yourself! Visit https://shopawis.myspreadshop.com/all
#BlackFriday #WomenInSTEM
#BlackFriday #WomenInSTEM
We are grateful for our community and all who work towards a world where #WomenInScience can achieve their full potential. #HappyThanksgiving #Grateful
November 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We are grateful for our community and all who work towards a world where #WomenInScience can achieve their full potential. #HappyThanksgiving #Grateful
Emotions show weakness. Boundaries are selfish. AWIS member Meleah Ashford debunks some of the traditional myths that have inhibited the creativity and authenticity of women in STEM. https://awis.org/resource/misleading-myths-in-stem/ #WomenInSTEM
November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Emotions show weakness. Boundaries are selfish. AWIS member Meleah Ashford debunks some of the traditional myths that have inhibited the creativity and authenticity of women in STEM. https://awis.org/resource/misleading-myths-in-stem/ #WomenInSTEM
Join the NY Women in Natural Sciences on 12/4 7pm ET at the 2025 Stepsister’s Ball, Arte Café on West 73rd Street, NY, NY. Theme: Pick Your Poison, celebrating poisonous plants, venomous animals, and those who love them. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-stepsisters-ball-2025-tickets-1963584885250
The Stepsister's Ball - 2025
Join us for the Stepsister's Ball! - a holiday dance party, a fundraiser for women in science, and a celebration of our community.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Join the NY Women in Natural Sciences on 12/4 7pm ET at the 2025 Stepsister’s Ball, Arte Café on West 73rd Street, NY, NY. Theme: Pick Your Poison, celebrating poisonous plants, venomous animals, and those who love them. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-stepsisters-ball-2025-tickets-1963584885250
There are only 20 DAYS left to apply for an AWIS bridge grant. AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested. #WomenInSTEM
Please share this with those who may be interested. #WomenInSTEM
November 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
There are only 20 DAYS left to apply for an AWIS bridge grant. AWIS is offering microgrants (up to $5,000) to members who have lost federal funding. Applications are due December 15. https://awis.org/awis-bridge-grant-program
Please share this with those who may be interested. #WomenInSTEM
Please share this with those who may be interested. #WomenInSTEM
Shifting from research into the commercial side of biotech was a bold move that taught Pooja Kadaba Ranganath, PhD, the value of taking risks. She is passionate about connecting research to real world impact.
https://awis.org/project/awis-member-spotlight-pooja-kadaba-ranganath/ #WomenInSTEM
https://awis.org/project/awis-member-spotlight-pooja-kadaba-ranganath/ #WomenInSTEM
November 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Shifting from research into the commercial side of biotech was a bold move that taught Pooja Kadaba Ranganath, PhD, the value of taking risks. She is passionate about connecting research to real world impact.
https://awis.org/project/awis-member-spotlight-pooja-kadaba-ranganath/ #WomenInSTEM
https://awis.org/project/awis-member-spotlight-pooja-kadaba-ranganath/ #WomenInSTEM
Thank you, Senator Jacky Rosen and Shelley Moore Capito for your work in designating November 8, 2025 as National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Day.
https://www.rosen.senate.gov/2025/11/20/bipartisan-rosen-capito-resolution-designating-national-stem-day-passes-senate/
https://www.rosen.senate.gov/2025/11/20/bipartisan-rosen-capito-resolution-designating-national-stem-day-passes-senate/
Bipartisan Rosen-Capito Resolution Designating National STEM Day Passes Senate - Jacky Rosen
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Senate this week unanimously passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) designating November 8, 2025 as National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Day. The resolution also celebrates the importance of STEM in education and the workforce and urges the American people to […]
www.rosen.senate.gov
November 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Thank you, Senator Jacky Rosen and Shelley Moore Capito for your work in designating November 8, 2025 as National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Day.
https://www.rosen.senate.gov/2025/11/20/bipartisan-rosen-capito-resolution-designating-national-stem-day-passes-senate/
https://www.rosen.senate.gov/2025/11/20/bipartisan-rosen-capito-resolution-designating-national-stem-day-passes-senate/
Support women in STEM! Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday
November 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Support women in STEM! Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect, lead and make an impact. https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday
Freda Porter, PhD, is a mathematician and environmental scientist. She was one of the first Native American women to earn a PhD in the mathematical sciences.
https://awis.org/historical-women/freda-porter-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
https://awis.org/historical-women/freda-porter-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Freda Porter, PhD, is a mathematician and environmental scientist. She was one of the first Native American women to earn a PhD in the mathematical sciences.
https://awis.org/historical-women/freda-porter-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
https://awis.org/historical-women/freda-porter-phd/
#WomenInScience #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
A little known part of grant funding, indirect research costs are essential costs like equipment, and personnel.
The JAG Model is a new approach to increase transparency in federal research funding. https://awis.org/resource/tackling-indirect-research-costs-with-the-jag-fair-model
The JAG Model is a new approach to increase transparency in federal research funding. https://awis.org/resource/tackling-indirect-research-costs-with-the-jag-fair-model
November 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
A little known part of grant funding, indirect research costs are essential costs like equipment, and personnel.
The JAG Model is a new approach to increase transparency in federal research funding. https://awis.org/resource/tackling-indirect-research-costs-with-the-jag-fair-model
The JAG Model is a new approach to increase transparency in federal research funding. https://awis.org/resource/tackling-indirect-research-costs-with-the-jag-fair-model
Community is essential in science, and AWIS helps women find their community. Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect. Please donate if you can. You can also help spread the word by sharing this post. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday
November 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Community is essential in science, and AWIS helps women find their community. Your support of AWIS helps us reach even more scientists so they can connect. Please donate if you can. You can also help spread the word by sharing this post. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #GivingTuesday
Traditional workforce planning based primarily on job titles no longer provides the clarity organizations need. Shifting to skills-based strategies allows organizations to make hiring and development decisions based on capability rather than job title. https://ow.ly/6Ejj50XtvWp #WomenInScience
November 21, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Traditional workforce planning based primarily on job titles no longer provides the clarity organizations need. Shifting to skills-based strategies allows organizations to make hiring and development decisions based on capability rather than job title. https://ow.ly/6Ejj50XtvWp #WomenInScience
FREE WEBINAR! Join Mia Thomaidou, PhD, Fellow at the Dana Foundation, on Thursday, December 11 at 2 p.m. ET for Foundation Funding: Strategies for Success, a practical roadmap for pursuing foundation support.
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
November 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
FREE WEBINAR! Join Mia Thomaidou, PhD, Fellow at the Dana Foundation, on Thursday, December 11 at 2 p.m. ET for Foundation Funding: Strategies for Success, a practical roadmap for pursuing foundation support.
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Register here: https://awis.org/whats-next-webinars/
#WomenInSTEM
Over the last century, research has helped improve the early detection and treatment of serious diseases. But future progress is at risk unless we continue federal funding for medical research. #AmericansForMedicalResearch
November 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Over the last century, research has helped improve the early detection and treatment of serious diseases. But future progress is at risk unless we continue federal funding for medical research. #AmericansForMedicalResearch
AWIS supports women like Dr. Nancy Rawson with educational and leadership opportunities. Like many nonprofits, we rely on donors for support. Consider donating to AWIS for #GivingTuesday.
You can also help by sharing this post with your network. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
You can also help by sharing this post with your network. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
AWIS supports women like Dr. Nancy Rawson with educational and leadership opportunities. Like many nonprofits, we rely on donors for support. Consider donating to AWIS for #GivingTuesday.
You can also help by sharing this post with your network. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM
You can also help by sharing this post with your network. Thank you! https://awis.org/donate #WomenInSTEM