Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP

Women in Science

The Women in Science interview series shines a spotlight on women involved in research at Fraunhofer ITMP. In these sessions, we pose five questions to each of five female interviewees from five sites, report on projects in various areas of health research from different perspectives and discuss what motivates these women.

Dr. Lena M. Biehl

»I believe that further promoting gender equality is an important issue in the wider context, away from the subject of parenthood.«

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Fatima-Zahra Rachad

»One key step is to increase the number of women in senior positions.«

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Dr. Anastasia Geladaris

»The opportunity to learn from other women’s experiences and gain insights into their processes and lives was a real gift and something for which I am very grateful. «

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Dr. Hanna Bonnekoh

»The option of flexible working hours in health research makes it much easier to combine work and family life«

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Dr. Kathrin Held

»I have learned to create space for my scientific work and not to allow myself to be reduced to attributes.«

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Dr. Johanna Huchting

»Find people who recognize your potential and are not afraid to think outside the box. Above all, ask questions and join in discussions.«

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Prof. Maria J.G.T. Vehreschild

»If you’re worried that you won’t be able to combine having children with a career, go and talk to women in management positions. This will help you gain a better understanding of what you can and cannot expect in terms of support.«

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Dr. Sarah Schweighofer

»Stay curious, and embrace technology, programs and machines with enthusiasm.«

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Melba Muñoz MD. PhD.

»There are many women who are not afraid to work hard in order to pursue what inspires them.«

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Dr. Sabine Suppmann

»In addition to conscientiously fulfilling their duties at work and at home, women should not lose sight of their own career development.«

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