"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
News
CARE 2012 Workshop: Helping Promote Careers in Science for Women, Minorities
BWIS of BNL and WISE of Stony Brook University, with BNL management, will hold the CARE 2012 workshop on April 16 and 17 to support career advancement for women and minority scientists.
Promoting Careers for Women in Science
Brookhaven Women in Science holds a Career Day for female students to excite their interest in science.
Upcoming Events
BWIS Colloquia Series
Presented by Petra Hüntemeyer
Thursday, May 17, 2012, 4:00 pm
Berkner Hall Auditorium
BWIS Colloquia Series
"Surfing with Wavelets"
Presented by Ingrid Daubechies
Thursday, June 7, 2012, 4:00 pm
Berkner Hall Auditorium
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)