Women in science: bridging gaps in basic sciences.

Kumari B., Hussain NF., Kennedy SH., Papageorghiou AT., Das JK., Bhutta ZA.

The Supporting Women in Science (SWIS) program aims to strengthen female representation in research in developing countries. This article highlights the program participation, mentorship challenges, and systemic barriers. Findings inform inclusive, discipline-specific strategies designed to support women's research capacity, academic leadership, and advancement in the global scientific community.

DOI

10.1016/j.molmed.2025.07.005

Type

Journal article

Publication Date

2025-11-01T00:00:00+00:00

Volume

31

Pages

973 - 976

Total pages

3

Keywords

capacity building, gender disparities, gender equity in research, mentorship, research leadership, Humans, Female, Science, Mentors, Leadership, Developing Countries, Women, Biomedical Research, Research Personnel

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