Women in Neuroscience

Strategy
SfN is committed to supporting the advancement of women in neuroscience through a range of professional development programs and activities.  See SfN's diversity strategy and new professional development strategy. 

Committee
Programs to promote women in neuroscience are maganged by the Professional Development Committee (PDC) and its Women in Neuroscience Subcommittee (WINS). 

For more information about the PDC, see frequently asked questions.

Learn about the history of Women in Neuroscience, the organization.

Programs and Activities

• Travel and Achievement Awards - These awards support neuroscientists and their achievements. See right column on this page.
  
  
• Mentoring - The SfN mentoring program pairs experienced professionals with students and young professionals. The program is currently centered around the SfN annual meeting.
  
• "A Celebration of Women in Neuroscience" Luncheon - A yearly luncheon at SfN's annual meeting featuring a notable woman neuroscientist guest speaker.

Organizations and Resources 

• Read about the International Brain Research Organization's working group, Women in World Neuroscience.
• The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) recognizes and honors women and men who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to the achievement of equity for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Learn more about the AWIS Fellows Program.
• Read a report from the University of California, Berkeley, on the leaky pipeline for women in science, with recommendations for universities and grant agencies.
• Learn more: Women in STEM Fact Sheet
• Read about the Time Crunch for Female Scientists: They Do More Housework Than Men

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