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For over 50 years, AWIS has advocated for #WomenInScience and #WomenInSTEM thanks to our members, board, donors, and allies. Tweets/RTs ≠ endorsement.

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Association for Women in Science
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Leadership is essential in science, but formal training is rarely part of the journey. Join @jenheemstra 11/19 at 1pm ET as she shares strategies for building the leadership skills you need to guide teams and labs with confidence. https://t.co/i5ZPoOpQZY #WomenInScience
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On Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate the contributions of Indigenous women scientists. Read about some of these amazing women here, and let us know who needs to be added. https://t.co/h4X8zga9MC #IndigenousPeoplesDay #WomenInScience
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Association for Women in Science
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Guillermina Lozano, PhD, is a Mexican-American geneticist. Her groundbreaking studies on the p53 tumor suppressor gene have led to new approaches in cancer biology and treatment. https://t.co/69YYWlRMBy #WomenInScience #HispanicHeritageMonth @MDAndersonNews
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Association for Women in Science
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Enter to win Dr. Jen Heemstra’s new book, Labwork to Leadership: A Concise Guide to Thriving in the Science Job You Weren’t Trained For. @jenheemstra offers candid insights and a roadmap to help scientists develop their leadership skills. https://t.co/CtusxAkfZg #Leadership
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Association for Women in Science
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Professor Jing Jiang, Professor in the School of Computing at the Australian National University, shares what she has learned during a career marked by extensive international experience. https://t.co/JeWAbCgNGK #WomenInScience @ANUmedia
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Association for Women in Science
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More people are establishing Donor Advised Funds (DAF) to take advantage of the tax benefits. Donor-advised funds offer significant tax benefits. Learn more and consider a donation to help women scientists fulfill their full potential. https://t.co/GM5AOTFkBf #WomenInScience
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Association for Women in Science
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There are many issues facing STEM recruiters today. To help, AWIS is offering a new Career Center platform that uses skill-based hiring. Learn more at https://t.co/X5wfGT6map #WomenInScience #Recruiting
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Association for Women in Science
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Congratulations Mary Brunkow, PhD, winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine! She shares the prize with Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance. https://t.co/BrgAGKttXz #WomenInScience #NobelPrize @isbsci
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Association for Women in Science
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Ijeoma Asilebo is committed to promoting equity and mentorship in STEM. She has been inspired by the incredible women scientists she has met as an AWIS member. https://t.co/TGgCtondlm #WomenInScience #MemberMonday @NotreDame
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Association for Women in Science
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Ximena Cid, PhD, was the first Latina and Indigenous student to earn a PhD in physics from @DominguezHills. In 2018, she was awarded the Homer L Dodge Citation for Service from @AAPTHQ for her dedication to students. https://t.co/3Sn5F1llDr #HispanicHeritageMonth @UTArlington
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Association for Women in Science
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Whatever you’re seeking—career growth, community, new skills, or fresh opportunities— you’ll find it with AWIS. AWIS has ONE mission: To ensure all women in science can achieve their full potential. Learn more: https://t.co/EY08yoZzqQ #WomenInScience #FindYourFit
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Association for Women in Science
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Across institutions, startups, and global research communities, women are taking pioneering roles in the integration of AI into biology. AWIS member Anushi Deraniyagala explores this transformative era. https://t.co/462oTuZq5l #WomenInAI
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Association for Women in Science
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Throughout her life, Dr. Jane Goodall broke barriers, inspired generations of scientists, and showed us that one person truly can make a difference. Rest in peace. https://t.co/tKQzfgyHZM #WomenInScience
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Association for Women in Science
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If you are looking for a job, check out the new AWIS Career Center. It uses skills-based matching technology to help you stand out from the competition. Learn more: https://t.co/G8rSJvdm2h #FIndYourFit #SkillsBasedHiring #STEM
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Association for Women in Science
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Don't miss the free virtual screening of The Zebra & The Bear, available to stream from October 6–12. This moving documentary follows a mother’s extraordinary efforts to save her daughter from a fatal, rare disease Register here: https://t.co/CWkKFajnNe #RareDisease
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Association for Women in Science
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As a postdoctoral researcher, Alexandra Barth, PhD, understands the importance of not getting dissuaded by obstacles you encounter. Read more: https://t.co/dwnY21RvPO #WomenInScience #MemberMonday
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Association for Women in Science
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Ali Guarneros Luna is an aerospace engineer. She is a dedicated mentor who encourages women and underrepresented students to pursue STEM careers. https://t.co/ggKKWng8Vl #WomenInScience #HispanicHeritageMonth @SJSU
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Association for Women in Science
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Astronomer Dr. Julianne Dalcanton has spent her career trying to understand the mysteries of space, while helping make room for others who want to join in this journey. Dr. Shruti Shrestha interviews Dr. Dalcanton for AWIS Magazine. https://t.co/gSiDu66x57 #WomenInScience
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Association for Women in Science
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Whether you’re looking for your next career, a sense of community, new skills or opportunities, you’ll find it with AWIS. AWIS member who refer someone who joins AWIS will receive a one-month extension on your membership. https://t.co/EY08yoZzqQ #WomenInScience
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Association for Women in Science
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The National Postdoctoral Association is offering scholarships for postdoctoral scholars to attend their 2026 Annual Conference on March 13-14, 2026 in San Francisco, CA. Applications will be accepted through 10/6/2025. https://t.co/P5x25ZJbWl #WomenInScience @nationalpostdoc
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