Amsterdam, February 8, 2021 – 5 researchers have been named winners of the 2021 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early-Career Women Scientists in the Developing World for his or her analysis in chemistry, arithmetic and physics. The profitable students from Ghana, Guatemala, Mongolia, Palestine and Sri Lanka are being acknowledged for his or her accomplishments in chemistry, physics and arithmetic. The prize additionally acknowledges the scientists’ dedication to main and mentoring younger scientists and bettering the standard of lifetime of these of their communities and areas.
“Yearly, after we choose the awardees, we’re merely blown away by what they’ve already achieved and their private dedication to persevering with to advance science of their residence nations,” stated OWSD President Jennifer Thomson. “We’re completely happy to have the ability to contribute, even a small half, to the popularity they honestly deserve.”
This yr’s recipients are:
- MarÍa Eugenia Cabrera Catalán of the Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala; in particle physics.
- Khongorzul Dorjgotov of the Nationwide College of Mongolia; in monetary arithmetic and mathematical modeling.
- Ghada Dushaq of the New York College Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; in utilized physics and nanotechnology.
- Imalka Munaweera of the College of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka; artificial and nano-chemistry.
- Marian Asantewah Nkansah of the Kwame Nkrumah College of Science and Know-how; in environmental remediation methods.
Ylann Schemm, Director of the Elsevier Basis stated: “We all know how necessary recognition {and professional} visibility are for growing high-profile worldwide scientific careers. Over time, we have now additionally discovered that introducing our award winners to the AAAS Discussion board has given them very important entry to worldwide networks and scientific dialogue, whereas opening doorways to new alternatives.”
First awarded in 2013, the awards are given in partnership by OWSD and the Elsevier Foundation. OWSD chairs a panel of distinguished scientists to pick the winners, and the Basis helps a money prize for every winner of USD $5,000, together with an all-expenses-paid journey to attend the annual assembly of the American Affiliation for the Development of Science (AAAS). As a result of present circumstances, this yr’s AAAS Annual Assembly will be held virtually.
The awards ceremony will happen on February 9, 2021 in the course of the Minority and Women Scientists and Engineers Networking Breakfast from 1:00-3:00 PM EST.
Previous OWSD-Elsevier Basis Award winners have been acquired by their nation’s presidents and celebrated by native, nationwide and worldwide media. Many have gone on to obtain different prestigious awards and fellowships together with L’OREAL-UNESCO’s For Girls in Science Fellowships and the British Council Award.
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Learn extra about this yr’s OWSD-Elsevier Basis Award right here on Elsevier Connect.
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The 2021 winners are:
- MarÍa Eugenia Cabrera Catalán in particle physics. For her work specializing in the examine of physics past the Customary Mannequin of particle physics. In her analysis, she has been specializing in the phenomenological examine of recent physics fashions that suggest options to open questions concerning the Higgs boson, which might help clarify why the basic particles have mass, in addition to questions on darkish matter. “Receiving this award in recognition of my scientific profession reinforces my dedication to create and assist initiatives to strengthen analysis applications in Guatemala,” stated Dr. Cabrera Catalán. “It empowers me to maintain working, to indicate Guatemalans the significance of being a part of a worldwide effort to create the circumstances to provide and unfold scientific data and construct higher societies.”
- Khongorzul Dorjgotov in monetary arithmetic and mathematical modeling. For her analysis in fractional calculus, differential equations, particular features, invariant options, mathematical modeling and monetary arithmetic. “There are equal alternatives to review at college and to work within the public or personal sectors, however to get promoted and become involved in decision-making processes, then it turns into very troublesome. I discovered it very exhausting to have my voice heard. Most individuals ignore ladies’s concepts and voices,” stated Dr. Dorjgotov. “Now, I hope attitudes will change and my opinions will matter.”
- Ghada Dushaq in utilized physics and nanotechnology. For her work in strong state physics, utilized physics, photonics and optoelectronics, nanotechnology and on optical supplies and units. She has developed a novel technique for bandgap engineering utilizing nanoindentation as a whole bodily method. “I’m extraordinarily honored to be receiving the 2021 OWSD-Elsevier Basis Award,” stated Dr. Dushaq. “It’s really rewarding to really feel that each one the exhausting work, dedication and devotion to my analysis has actually paid off. Additionally, it motivates me to proceed striving for excellence in my tutorial {and professional} pursuits and encourage younger ladies in development of their profession.”
- Imalka Munaweera in inorganic and materials-chemistry. For her work within the space of artificial chemistry and supplies specifically in fabricating totally different functionalized supplies, nanoparticles, nanocomposite for numerous industrial functions. She can also be inquisitive about nanotechnology for drug supply/pharmaceutical functions, agricultural functions and water purification functions. “Successful this award is among the greatest achievements in my life. Professionally, the prize makes me really feel like I’m an necessary particular person to the world so far as my analysis achievements are involved, and I’m so excited and motivated to conduct a variety of impactful analysis which brings options to the burning points on the planet. Additionally, the skilled viewers will warmly welcome me to conduct collaborative analysis since I’m an OWSD-Elsevier Basis prize winner,” stated Dr. Munaweera.
- Marian Asantewah Nkansah in environmental remediation methods. For her work on contaminants in water, meals, soil, and the environment. Remediation strategies are wanted when there isn’t any house for prevention and that is the precise response within the case the place, like Ghana, nations are struggling air pollution from totally different sources and with totally different nature. Her analysis includes analytical pattern preparation, willpower of contamination ranges and interplay of contaminants in water, meals, soil, the environment and different environmental matrices. “This award is a large endorsement of my scientific {and professional} endeavors. It’s positively going to additional improve my visibility and supply extra alternatives for progress and influence of my causes, together with analysis on environmental contamination, mentorship and outreach,” stated Dr. Nkansah.
Reference sheets for every award winner, with a extra in depth biography and outline of their work, can be found upon request.
About OWSD
The Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) offers analysis coaching, profession growth and networking alternatives for ladies scientists all through the growing world. Headed by eminent ladies scientists from the South, OWSD has greater than 6,000 members and runs numerous applications, together with a PhD fellowship programme with over 300 profitable graduates from Least Developed Nations and sub-Saharan Africa, in addition to an Early Career fellowship programme offering analysis grants of as much as USD$50,000 along with management coaching. OWSD is the primary worldwide discussion board to unite ladies scientists from the growing world with the target of strengthening their function within the growth course of and selling their illustration in scientific and technological management. OWSD is affiliated with The World Academy of Science (TWAS), a program unit of UNESCO, and is predicated in Trieste, Italy, with nationwide chapters all through the growing world. http://www.
About The Elsevier Basis
The Elsevier Foundation is a company not-for-profit 501(c)(3), funded by Elsevier, a world info analytics enterprise specialised in science and well being. Since 2006, the Elsevier Basis offers over $1 million USD a yr in grants to knowledge-centered establishments all over the world, which handle the UN Sustainable Improvement Objectives by way of tech-enabled improvements in inclusive well being and analysis. The Basis affords a complete matching reward and volunteering fund to allow workers to work with Basis companions and assist their communities. The Elsevier Basis is a part of Elsevier’s bigger company accountability program which facilities on our distinctive contributions to sustainable growth in gender, well being, local weather and lowering inequalities. elsevierfoundation.org
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