International Day of Women and Girls in Science, 2026
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in science and raises awareness that science and gender equality must advance hand in hand to address the world's major challenges.
In the video, young researchers from BIFOLD provide brief insights into their research areas while voicing their support for diversity in scientific environments. Their testimonials underscore the importance of inclusive research communities in driving innovation and excellence. We extend our sincere thanks to the researchers who participated in the video: Ana Lomashvili, Anna Richter, Anna Wimbauer, Ariane Ziehn, Christina Dionysio, Fatemeh Ahmadi, Alejandro Rodriguez Cuellar, Benedikt Maria Beckermann, and Thanasis Georgiadis. Special thanks also go to Rafael Wiethop for the video production.
Diversity as a Core Value
BIFOLD actively works to foster equality for all genders and promotes diversity among its members. This commitment serves not only to meet fundamental requirements for research institutes but also to enhance BIFOLD's attractiveness as a workplace for outstanding researchers at all career stages, ultimately strengthening the institute's innovative potential and research excellence.
Watch the video: BIFOLD supports diversity in science
