News Feature Channel: Women in Business

Gendered Expectations Extend to Science Communication

University of Adelaide — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:55:25 EST

Communicating complex science in a way that the public can understand is crucial. A new study from the University of Adelaide reveals that in scientific societies, women are shouldering the bulk of this work -- often voluntarily -- due to societal expectations and a sense of duty.

Rutgers School of Dental Medicine Dean Is Recognized for Her Visionary Leadership

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:20:28 EST

Cecile A. Feldman is honored by the American Dental Education Association's Gies Foundation for being transformative for dental education

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Carolyn Mudry

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:00:38 EST

We're pleased to announce Carolyn Mudry, D.O, has joined the Pascack Valley Medical Group family. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Mudry brings a wealth of expertise in providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to the patients of Pascack Valley.

Van Andel Institute's Dr. Hui Shen elected to the AIMBE College of Fellows

Van Andel Institute — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:40:59 EST

Van Andel Institute's Hui Shen, Ph.D., has been elected to the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows, a prestigious appointment that represents the top 2% of medical and biological engineers.

Recruiting Women as Candidates: An Electoral Opportunity

Universite de Montreal — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 18:30:23 EST

People who believe that female candidates are at a disadvantage in elections are mistaken, according to two studies conducted by political scientist Andre Blais.

Female Entrepreneurs' Thirst for Knowledge and the Dark Side of Customer Learning Actions

Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:45:44 EST

Understanding Stressors Female Farmers Face

University of Georgia — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:45:26 EST

Recent research from the University of Georgia College of Public Health sheds light on the stressors female farm owners and managers face -- challenges that can be overlooked in broader studies of agricultural well-being.

The National Academy of Sciences selects WHOI's Laura Motta as Kavli Fellow

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 17:35:20 EST

At WHOI, Motta leads the Theoretical Chemistry and Isotope Biogeochemistry Lab. Her research focuses on advancing our fundamental understanding of chemistry inspired by marine processes that challenge our current chemical knowledge.

Patricia Conrod Appointed Scientific Director of the CIHR's Addiction Institute

Universite de Montreal — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:45:38 EST

An expert on substance use and mental disorders, the UdeM medical professor and CHU Sainte-Justine researcher begins her four-year term in July.

Ana Maria Cetto Awarded 2025 Tate Medal for International Leadership in Physics

American Institute of Physics (AIP) — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:30:19 EST

AIP is pleased to announce Ana Maria Cetto as the recipient of the 2025 John Torrence Tate Medal for International Leadership in Physics. Cetto was recognized for her "outstanding contributions to the promotion of science, and scientific outreach and cooperation worldwide, including transforming open access through Latindex, championing gender equity through the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World and advancing peaceful progress through science including at the International Atomic Energy Agency and in other international fora."

New Research Finds China's One-Child Policy Boosted Female Entrepreneurship

University of Michigan Ross School of Business — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:50:20 EST

In new research, Jagadeesh Sivadasan, professor of business economics and public policy, and collaborators explore how China's one-child policy boosted female entrepreneurship.

Alternative Montreal Metro Map Celebrates Women's Contributions

Universite de Montreal — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:40:35 EST

Following in the footsteps of New York, London and Barcelona, Montreal now has its own alternative metro map paying tribute to the remarkable women who have contributed to its development.

Do Women Leaders Drive Better Environmental Outcomes?

University of California San Diego — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:15:39 EST

Meera Mahadevan, assistant professor of economics at UC San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) explores how developing countries can sustainably provide the resources their citizens need, such as electricity and water. She has made major discoveries with her research, much of which is conducted in India, where Mahadevan grew up. She has found that when women are elected to political office in India, air pollution decreases. She also uncovered mass corruption in the country with how politicians misuse their influence over state-controlled electricity to sure up their reelections.

UP Museums Textiles Exhibit Picks Up the Thread of Women's Stories

University of Pretoria — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:30:05 EST

The University of Pretoria (UP) Museums is proud to present a new, thought-provoking exhibition that brings together a selection of textiles from across the globe, showcasing both the simplicity and complexity of the medium, and highlighting its historical and cultural significance called "Bokgabo ba mašela: The Art of Textiles."

UP Appoints Dr Naledi Pandor as Honorary Professor in Education

University of Pretoria — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:45:43 EST

In an appointment described as "strategic and important", the University of Pretoria (UP) has welcomed former cabinet minister Naledi Pandor to its Faculty of Education as an honorary professor.

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation's Dr. Sara Cuccurullo Inducted As Secretary/Treasurer

Hackensack Meridian Health — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 17:15:54 EST

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation's Dr. Sara Cuccurullo Inducted As Secretary/Treasurer

ARVO Foundation announces recipient of 2025 Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision Research

Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:00:36 EST

The ARVO Foundation congratulates Jacque Duncan, MD, FARVO -- 2025 recipient of the Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision. She will present a lecture on the topic at the 2025 ARVO Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah, and will receive an honorarium in recognition of this achievement. Duncan is chair and distinguished professor at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of California.

Orthopaedic Surgery Trends in Gender Diversity

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:05:21 EST

Despite the rising number of female medical students, a new study presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), revealed that the rate of female representation in orthopaedics has increased at a statistically significantly lower rate compared to other medical specialties.

Experts Available: Saturday Marks Annual International Women's Day

George Washington University — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 19:20:03 EST

International Women's Day will be observed on Saturday, March 8th. ...

Mercy Medical Center Recognized as One of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025" by �鶹��ýweek Magazine

Mercy Medical Center — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:00:09 EST

Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, has been named one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025 by �鶹��ýweek.