"Throughout history, from Hildegard of Bingen to Wangari Maathai, women scientists have shaped our world." This is how António Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations, expressed himself at the presentation of the last International Day of Women and Girls in Science, which is celebrated around the world on February 11.
Is a day necessary to make female researchers visible and to encourage girls and adolescents to pursue a scientific career? Well yes, because in the collective imagination the image of a person who dedicates himself to science is still predominantly male. Because there are still many technical careers in which women barely enroll. Because the proportion of men and women university professors or full professors is still very unequal. Because, according to a study conducted in 2017, only 7% of girls see themselves as scientists in the future.
#I AmCcientificBecause
At Muy Interesante we have tried to help social networks fill with messages that tell how exciting the world of science can be, thank you very much for participating!
Many researchers have shared on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram their reasons for dedicating yourself to research, using the hashtag # SoyCientíficaPorque. Here is a summary video with some of the contributions:
