Women in Science

We’re staying united and committed in creating a more inclusive world, by actively choosing to challenge inequality, broaden perceptions and celebrate the successes and strides made by women. This is why we’re proud to support the #ChoosetoChallenge theme for International Women’s Day this year.

Join us as we celebrate the perspectives of female researchers in all of their diversity, who through their work, advocacy, and influence have contributed towards the development in STEM research.

Browse articles and chapters for free until 20 May 2021 - read and share the research with your communities now.

Accelerating conversations on Gender EqualitySee all

We're shining a spotlight and accelerating the conversation around gender equality - here's a look at the inspirational women who are paving the way for the future in the scientific community.

How do researchers engage policy makers?

Magdalena Skipper, Editor in Chief of Nature shares her experience on researcher-policy maker engagement, and the many ways we can work together to achieve positive change.

Challenging gender equality in academia

Antje Baeumner shares empowering wisdom on how she addresses gender equality directly as a professor. Antje is an Editor of Springer journal Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry,

Advocating for more inclusivity for women engineers in Korea

Hear from Chae-Ok Yun, an Editorial Advisor of BMC Biomedical Engineering who brings the experience of her career journey, challenges and lessons she's faced along the way.

Read and share in your network

Bringing to the forefront research that highlights diverse topics faced by women. Also explore recommended work that celebrates female authors and their contributions to the field.

Inspiring the future with science

Featuring articles and chapters led by female researchers who share their knowledge and experience through science. Also featured are collections that spotlight exciting new discoveries in STEM.

Challenging inequality

Putting a focus on research that address the diverse topics faced by women around the globe, towards the progress for equality. Also uncover stories on inspiring figures in STEM from the past and present.

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SDG 5: Gender Equality

The SDG 5 hub brings together a curated collection of content on SDG 5 and provides an invaluable resource for scholars, policy and decision makers.

Amplifying Women in Science

Read about the publishing initiatives that can help empower more women scientists to achieve scientific excellence and amplify their contribution in solving the greatest challenges facing humanity