SIIRI Seminar Series for Women in Science 2024: Kick-off with Prof. Dr. Cornelia Lee-Thedieck
Meike Stiesch and Cornelia Lee-Thedieck at the SWS
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At the beginning of the seminar on May 22nd, 2024, Ms. Bärbel Miemietz, the former Equal Opportunities Officer at Hannover Medical School, who continues to support SIIRI with her expertise, provided an introduction to the legal framework regarding diversity and equality in Germany, particularly the Anti-Discrimination Act (AGG). Ms. Miemietz emphasized the importance of this law in the professional context and explained how it contributes to promoting equal opportunities and diversity in science.
As the keynote speaker of the evening, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Lee-Thedieck, director of the Institute of Cell Biology and Biophysics at Leibniz University, continued the seminar series with an inspiring 45-minute lecture. She spoke about her personal career path, providing valuable insights into the challenges that women, in particular, face in the academic system and the solutions she found for herself. After her lecture we had a lively exchange and discussion with the audience. The participants could ask questions and share their own experiences. This interactive session offered a valuable opportunity for direct conversations and networking among the participants.
About the SIIRI Seminar of Women in Science:
The SWS seminar series is specifically aimed at women scientists in the early stages of their careers. The event provides participants with the opportunity to network with experienced women scientists and learn from their experiences in the academic environment. This way, the participants are supported in defining their career goals and developing strategies to achieve them.
