Italian Embassy Launches Exhibition Honoring Women Scientists During Brazil's National Science and Technology Week
The Italian Embassy in Brazil opened an exhibition honoring Italian and Italian-Brazilian women scientists, highlighting their contributions during the country's National Science and Technology Week.
- • The exhibition features six Italian and Italian-Brazilian women pioneers and leaders in science.
- • It is part of the 22nd National Science and Technology Week and runs until October 26 in Brasília.
- • The exhibition emphasizes women's role in science and social transformation.
- • The broader event focuses on sustainability, climate justice, and scientific innovation across Brazil.
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The Italian Embassy in Brazil inaugurated an exhibition titled "Italian and Italian-Brazilian Women in Science" on October 21, as part of the 22nd National Science and Technology Week. Open and free to the public until October 26 at the Esplanada dos Ministérios in Brasília, the exhibition highlights the legacy of six Italian and Italian-Brazilian female scientists who have made remarkable contributions in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The display features pioneers who broke gender barriers alongside current leaders, including the first woman to preside over the Brazilian Academy of Sciences. By combining personal stories with scientific achievements, the exhibition emphasizes the crucial role of women in knowledge creation and social transformation. This initiative was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation and the National Council of Secretaries of Science, Technology and Innovation, aligning with broader efforts to celebrate innovation and creativity in science during the week-long event. Meanwhile, the broader National Science and Technology Week from October 20 to 24 is dedicated to themes such as sustainability and climate justice, featuring activities across Brazil including at the Universidade Estadual de Feira de Santana and the Antares Observatory. This collective focus underscores the importance of science in addressing contemporary challenges and fostering inclusive progress.