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Posts Tagged ‘progress’ (7 articles found)

Science for a better future

01/07/2008

Women in Science, Science Warriors ?

Mauritian scientist Rehana Jauhangeer suggests that more women in the profession must become ''science warriors'' who, like the environmentalist movement's eco-warriors, fight just as hard for future generations as they do for their own.

Science for a better future

01/07/2008

by Nagwa Abdel Meguid Same Author (3)

What Science Can Do for Women, What Women Can Do for Science

When acting as a role model for future generations, nothing inspires like inspiration. Dr. Nagwa Meguid, a professor of human genetics, uses her field as an example of what women can accomplish for science, for society and themselves. Genetics also happens to be the science that proved women are just as capable as men.

Women in Science Forum

01/07/2008

by Grace Oladunni Taylor Same Author (1)

Changing the lives of women science students

In her speech on the third point of the For Women in Science Commitment Charter, ''Encourage women scientists to act as agents of change,'' Dr. Grace Olandunni Taylor told of her efforts to make a real difference in the lives of women science students in her native Nigeria.

Science for a better future

19/12/2007

by Karimat El-Sayed Same Author (4)

Science : the Foundation of Development, Progress, Prosperity and Peace

In the view of Dr. Karimat El-Sayed science launches a "virtuous cycle" that increases human well-being. She illustrates her faith in science with a discussion of four fields in which major discoveries have immeasurably improved the quality of our lives. Dr. El-Sayed is Professor of Physics at Ain-Shams University in Egypt.

Science for a better future

19/12/2007

by Ameenah Gurib-Fakim Same Author (3)

The Two-Sided Coin of Science

Professor Ameenah Gurib-Fakim looks back on the glories of science and provides an inspiring preview of the future. She cautions, however, that real or perceived misuses of science in the past have led to fears that must be addressed if scientists are to continue working freely. In her words, "We have to renew the compact between science and society based on a proper understanding of what science is trying to achieve." Dr. Gurib-Fakim is Professor of Organic Chemistry and Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Mauritius.

Science for a better future

03/06/2007

by Rehana Jauhangeer Same Author (5)

Knowledge is Power

Scientists who hope to influence the way the world is run need more than a knowledge of science. They also need a knowledge of politics and policy making. Dr. Rehana Jauhangeer, a molecular biologist from Mauritius currently pursuing post-graduate studies in the UK, talks about the skills her generation of scientists must develop if they want to be heard and heeded.

Science for a better future

03/07/2006

by L. Hunter Lovins Same Author (1)

Development As If the World Mattered

"Around the world, aid money tends to create perverse versions of welfare societies... the world desperately needs a new model of development." L. Hunter Lovins served in Afghanistan as advisor to the US government and other organizations on sustainable ways to rebuild the country, and she believes that the wealthy nations who fund most of the planet's development schemes are failing in their mission.