IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency

04/08/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/08/2021 13:26

Encouraging Women to Follow Careers in Fusion Science and Technology: IAEA Webinar

Women scientists working on nuclear fusion will be the focus of an IAEA event on 14 April 2021, as part of a series of webinars to encourage young women to pursue careers in nuclear sciences and applications.

Now open for registrations, the webinar will feature five women who are renowned fusion experts:

  • Sehila Gonzalez de Vicente, Nuclear Fusion Physicist, IAEA
  • Rossella Rotella, Plant Simulator Responsible Officer, ITER Organization
  • Melanie Windridge, UK Director, Fusion Industry Association
  • Cristina Rea, Research Scientist, MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center
  • Siriyaporn Sangaroon, Assistant Professor, Mahasarakham University, Thailand

They will highlight why fusion science and technology offers a promising career path for women.

Information about the event programme, speakers and registration are here.