Women in science: Bridging gaps in basic sciences

Authors

Bhavita Kumari, Aga Khan UniversityFollow
Narjis Fatima Hussain, The Hospital for Sick Children, Canada
Stephen H. Kennedy, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Aris T. Papageorghiou, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Jai K. Das, Aga Khan UniversityFollow
Zulfiqar Ahmed Bhutta, Aga Khan UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Department

Paediatrics and Child Health; Institute for Global Health and Development; Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Abstract

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.

Comments

Volume, issue and pagination are not provided by the author/published.

Publication (Name of Journal)

Trends in Molecular Medicine

DOI

10.1016/j.molmed.2025.07.005

Recommended Citation

Kumari, B., Hussain, N. F., Kennedy, S. H., Papageorghiou, A. T., Das, J. K., Bhutta, Z. A. (2025). Women in science: Bridging gaps in basic sciences. Trends in Molecular Medicine.
Available at: https://ecommons.aku.edu/pakistan_fhs_mc_women_childhealth_paediatr/1618