February 12, 2025 — The virtual event “Women, Science, and Transfer” took place on the morning of Monday, February 10, bringing together professionals and researchers from various Catalan R&D&I networks. Organized by the BlueNetCat Network in collaboration with RDI-IA Network, AccessCat Network, the Maritime Network of Catalonia – XarSMART, and other entities such as XaRFA, i4Kids/i4Kids-Europe, Xarxa Tecsam, Xartec Salut, H2CaT, Xarxa X_AgriTech i X4HPC, the event provided a special opportunity to reflect on gender equality in science and to commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
During the discussions, participants highlighted the specific challenges faced by women in science and technology, emphasizing the importance of creating role models, providing tools to overcome barriers, and strengthening collaboration through networks and joint initiatives. The event aimed to showcase female talent and create an inspiring space to promote greater female representation in science and technology, particularly in areas related to knowledge transfer to the productive sector.
With active participation from over 100 attendees, the event served as a platform to highlight the contributions of women in key sectors such as biomedicine, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. It also underscored the need to continue working toward overcoming gender inequality in science and fostering science education that incorporates a gender perspective from an early age.
The event, supported by multiple Catalan networks and organizations, stood as an example of collaboration and commitment to equal opportunities in research and innovation. The organizing networks remain dedicated to initiatives that promote active and equitable participation in these essential fields for societal development.
For those who were unable to attend, the event can be rewatched here:
[https://www.youtube.com/live/iJSaLXn06jU]
