women in science

meet a scientist

Jessica Sartori

Head of Learning - Science

To mark International Women's Day and as part of its efforts to encourage more young women to choose a career in science, research and medicine,  the Royal Women's Hospital recently hosted a Day to Celebrate Women in Science.

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, leading researchers and clinicians at the Royal Women’s Hospital hosted more than 180 Victorian school students, providing an insight into careers in science and how the Women’s medical research is transforming medical care across the globe.

Brunswick Secondary College was represented by 15 students who thoroughly enjoyed the visit.

Recent research from the University of Melbourne shows boys are five times more likely than girls to study physics and twice as likely to study advanced mathematics at Year 12, key subjects required to pursue university studies in medical research and care.

The Women’s Dr Dorothy Machalek said there was a promising future for women in the medical science field where their research can be quickly translated into clinic care to help people.

It was great to see our BSC students taking advantage of the opportunity to draw on the experience of the presenters. They were actively seeking information about a career in science, asking great questions and participating in discussion. Student feedback about the event was very positive - and their enthusiasm was infectious!