"Nothing can be more absurd than the practice which prevails in our country of men and women not following the same pursuits with all their strength and with one mind, for thus the state, instead of being whole is reduced to half." — Plato
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Upcoming Events
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JUN
20
Today
Brookhaven Women In Science (BWIS) Event
"New Piece of Old Lace in My Office, Come See!"
Laurie Waters, Los Alamos National Lab
5 pm, Berkner Hall Auditorium
Thursday, June 20, 2013, 5:00 pm
Hosted by: Vivian Stojanoff
New Piece of Old Lace in My Office, Come See! Abstract: Textiles are a fascinating combination of art, anthropology, sociology, and the physical sciences. In her talk Waters will discuss how genetics and carbon dating can help in one of the biggest mysteries of the lace community - the virtual disappearance of the superfine linen thread used in 17th and early 18th centuries. A nuclear physicist, Waters is a Stony Brook Alumni and led the spallation target research efforts for the Accelerator Production of Tritium at Los Alamos.
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JUL
18
Thursday
Brookhaven Women In Science (BWIS) Event
"Incentives for Innovation!"
Gustavo Manso, University of California, Berkley
4 pm, Berkner Hall Auditorium
Thursday, July 18, 2013, 4:00 pm
Hosted by: Vivian Stojanoff
Abstract: Gustavo Manso is Associate Professor of Finance at Haas School of Business, University of California at Berkeley. Manso's research focuses on corporate finance, financial institutions, financial markets, and entrepreneurship. Studying financial incentives, his research revealed that tolerance for early failure and reward for long-term success are essential ingredients in motivating both creativity and innovation.
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Other News
Goldhaber Prize - Applications are now being accepted for
the Goldharber Prize to recognize substantial promise and accomplishment by a woman graduate student in physics.
For more information please see the BWIS Scholarships & Awards web page.
In Memoriam - The Brookhaven Women in Science regretfully report the passing of Victoria McLane. As friend and cofounder, she will be sadly missed.
In Memoriam - The Brookhaven Women in Science regretfully report the passing of E. Gail Williams and Prantika Som. As friends and valued members of the organization, they will be sadly missed.
BWIS Mission
To increase the Laboratory's awareness of the accomplishments of women in science and to provide our members with role models of their own, Brookhaven Women in Science assist in the development of policies and practices that enhance the quality of life for BNL employees; promote a long-term commitment to diversity in BNL staff; promote the advancement of women in scientific and technical careers; provide a forum for the exchange of scientific, technical, and professional information; encourage students to consider careers in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology; support each other's efforts on the job; and encourage each other's successes.
- BWIS Charter (pdf)
- Special Interest Paper (pdf)
WISE Annual Banquet
The Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) program at Stony Brook University invites you to show your support at the 7th annual WISE banquet to be held on April 25th, 2013.
