3M Launches 25 Women in Science Initiative in Canada to Foster Diversity in STEM
The initiative recognizes women scientists and their projects, this year focusing on environmental sustainability
Environmental sustainability, the ability to maintain the balance and health of ecosystems and natural resources over the long term so that current and future generations can meet their needs without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same, has long been a focus for
This years 25 Women in Science program will prioritize projects on the circular economy, carbon footprint reduction, water management, energy, land use, climate change and ecosystem protection, among others.
"In an economy increasingly driven by innovation,
According to 3M's 2023 State of Science Index, 91 per cent of Canadians agreed that STEM professionals can help us solve the problems of tomorrow, though 90 per cent of those surveyed felt women were a source of untapped potential in the STEM workforce.
The Index also revealed that 92 per cent of Canadians are concerned about the consequences of climate change, and 90 per cent believe science can help minimize the effects of climate change.
A jury of representatives from
The goal of the program is to highlight, amplify and provide further visibility for the selected 25 women scientists and their projects. The recipients will receive recognition from 3M, and will gain visibility for the projects in traditional media (written press) and online (media, web, social, blogs) including social networks from 3M, among others, and inclusion of the projects in the digital book "25 Women in Science 2024," including a new illustration developed for each scientist and their project.
Registration closes on
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