Women in Science Day 2025

21 November 2025 at University of Potsdam

Building networks for women in science and sparking conversations on careers and family

We are excited to announce our first Women in Science Day, taking place on 21November 2025 at the University of Potsdam.

This special event will celebrate the achievements and experiences of women in the life sciences, with a focus on fields such as plant biology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics.  Beyond highlighting excellent research, the event is designed to strengthen networking among female scientists and to address structural challenges such as balancing family life and a scientific career.

The program will feature:

• Scientific presentations by female researchers across different career stages
• Personal insights into career paths, challenges, and successes as women in science
• Panel discussions on topics such as gender equity in science, navigating career and family life, and building supportive research environments
• Small-group discussion rounds with our invited speakers, offering the opportunity to ask individual questions and exchange ideas in a more personal setting

Invited Speakers:

Andrea Krähmer - Head of Department - Institute for Ecological Chemistry, Plant Analysis and Stored Product Protection - Julius Kühn-Institute Berlin

Paula Duque - Group Leader - Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine (GIMM), Portugal

Rebecca Mosher - Professor of Molecular Plant Biology - Department of Biology, University of Oxford

Stefanie Rosa - Associate Professor, Group Leader - Plant Biology Department, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Uppsala

Women in Science Day will provide a platform for dialogue, inspiration, and networking across disciplines and generations. By bringing together scientists at different stages of their careers, we aim to empower women in science and foster professional networks. Everyone is welcome to join—students, researchers, faculty, and allies—who want to support a more inclusive and diverse scientific community.

To secure your spot, please register here by 7 November 2025!

Stay tuned for more details, including the full program and registration information.

If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please contact:
Nina Freimuth - nina.freimuth@uni-potsdam.de