The Story Exchange, an award-winning nonprofit media platform dedicated to elevating women’s voices, is seeking submissions for our annual Women to Watch in Science list.
The list will spotlight U.S.-based women with a deep background in science whose work is driven by the dangerous realities of the climate crisis. We are specifically looking for women who are motivated to find urgent, innovative, science-based solutions to human health and community well-being as global warming impacts the safety of our water, air and soil; disrupts food systems and communities; and poses significant threats to biodiversity and ecosystems.
“Following widespread cuts to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, we are driven more than ever to support women in the scientific community,” said Sue Williams, executive director of The Story Exchange. “We particularly encourage submissions from early- and mid-career female scientists, whose work might benefit the most from this recognition.”
Apply or Nominate HERE!The call-for-submissions comes as climate change is increasingly contributing to humanitarian emergencies like heatwaves, wildfires, floods, tropical storms and hurricanes. Areas with weak health infrastructure – often in developing countries – will be the least able to cope. Between 2030 and 2050, the World Health Organization estimates that climate change is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year, from undernutrition, malaria, diarrhea and heat stress alone.
The 2027 Women in Science list will be chosen based on a review from members of the scientific community and an assessment by The Story Exchange editors. Final picks will be recognized early next year on our site, shared with media partners, and potentially featured in video and podcasts. As an example, please see our video and podcast on Kerry Kelly, a University of Utah professor of chemical engineering who is an expert on air quality and the founder of Tellus, a maker of air quality sensors.
To apply, or to nominate a candidate, please head to our form.
Candidates must be U.S.-based scientists with advanced degrees in the fields of physics, chemistry, engineering, biology, agronomy, environmental science, meteorology or closely related fields; or entrepreneurs with advanced degrees who are creating science-based products and technologies to help mitigate/reduce the impact of climate change, particularly on human health, through innovative practices.
“For years, we’ve spotlighted women scientists whose work is helping shape a more sustainable future,” said Victoria Wang, co-founder of The Story Exchange. “In a moment when climate headlines can often feel discouraging, their breakthroughs serve as a reminder that progress is happening—and that some of the most promising solutions are being led by women.” ◼️
Check Out Previous Year’s Winners
Saving Nature: 11 Women to Watch in Science
These women are using their hard-earned knowledge to protect our planet already ravaged by brutal storms, epic floods and intense wildfires.