International Day of Women and Girls in Science

All genders are welcome!

Let's work together to break down barriers and ensure full, equal access and participation in science for all. 

You are cordially invited to join us in celebrating the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science at HZB on 11 February. This day recognises the crucial role women play in science and technology and highlights the ongoing need for gender equality in STEM fields for future generations. 
 
Join us for talks by leading scientists Dr Shelly Conroy (Imperial College London, UK) and Professor Franziska Emmerling (Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und –prüfung and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin), who will share highlights of their scientific research.

Through a panel discussion by leading scientists and opportunities to reflect, learn how you (regardless of your gender!) can support the next generation of female scientists and innovators. 
 
Date: 11 February 2026
Time: 10:00 to 14:30
Location: Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, Albert-Einstein-Straße 15, Berlin-Adlershof, lecture hall BESSY II  and foyer 

Schedule

10:00-10:30 Welcome and Introduction
10:30-11:00 Talk by Dr Shelly Conroy
11:00-11:30 Interview with Dr Michelle Browne
11:30-12:00 Where are all the (women) scientists?
12:00-13:00 Lunch and collection of questions for panel
13:00-13:30 Talk by Prof Franziska Emmerling
13:30-14:00 Panel discussion with Professor Franziska Emmerling, Professor Bernd Rech, Saskia Vormfelde and Dr Shelly Conroy
14:00-14:20 What can you do? 
14:20-14:30 Conclusion

The event will be held in English.

Registration

Online-Access via Zoom

You can also join this event online via Zoom, if you are unable to attend in person. 

Zoom-Link: https://helmholtz-berlin-de.zoom-x.de/j/61526797497?pwd=YlRDa1BmRHVOTHQrSElhSmdybXFTdz09 

Meeting ID: 615 2679 7497
Passcode: 233734