SGM 2021 workshop : Retention of women in science and academia

Introduction to GEODES

Dr. Alannah Brett (GEODES co-president) is introducing GEODES workshop at SGM 2021.

US-Europe comparison: factors affecting the advancement of women in STEM – Prof. Janet Hering

The speaker has a career in both the US and Switzerland, and she experienced numerous leadership position in large international committees. As such, she gathered a broad view of the factors that affect the advancement of female scientists in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects. […]

Recruiting procedures that promote excellence and equal opportunities – Prof. Frédéric Herman

The speaker has several year experience in dean and rector positions in the academia, where he helped developing and implementing strategies for hiring women professors. […]

Evaluating quality instead of quantity in science: the Better Science experience – Prof. Heike Mayer

The speaker presents the Better Science (Academic cultures in the 21st century) initiative in the academic sector. This movement aims to switch from ‘quantity and speed’ to ‘more sustainability, diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities‘ in research, teaching and administration. […]

SGM GEODES 2020 workshop “Gender Diversity and Equality” is online!

SGM GEODES 2022 workshop “Engaging in Diverse Team” is online!