Brittany Kendrick of Hydronomy has created solar-powered devices to capture moisture from the air and deliver it to neighborhoods that need it the most.
Women in Science
women in science
Abortion “Turnaway” Study Offers a Grim Portrait of a Post-Roe America
A landmark abortion study that focused on people turned away from care provides scientific data on a highly politicized issue.
These 7 Women Are Working to Make Water Cleaner and Safer
In honor of World Water Day, we look at innovative women working on the frontlines of the global water crisis.
We’re Celebrating 5 Bold Women for Black History Month
These trailblazers have paved the way for more Black women in America.
Women in STEM to Get Life-Sized Orange Statues Outside Smithsonian
A sprawling new exhibit will showcase inspiring women making a mark in science-related fields.
Announcing the Winners of Our Women in Science Incentive Prize
Five innovative female scientists will receive grants of $5,000 each to continue their work related to climate change and the water crisis.
This Water Detective Has Developed a Method to Predict Streamflow
Zhiying Li left cultural restraints in her native China to become a scientist in the U.S. and study water availability.
She’s on a Quest to Understand What’s in Your Drinking Water
As a researcher, Cindy Hu is driven to uncover water quality, and help put the information back in the hands of people who can use it.
Using Solar Energy to Purify Water
Inspired by water scarcity in her hometown, Pratiksha Dongare at Rice University is taking a cutting-edge approach to desalination.
Cleaning Up Storm Water — and Shaking Up the Water Industry
In Milwaukee, Paige Peters has built a patent-pending technology that treats wastewater 16 times faster than conventional methods.
5 DIY Costume Ideas for the Woman Who Wants to Make a Statement
From Kamala Harris to Jane Goodall, these last-minute costume ideas are bound to spark conversation.
Innovators in Life and Death: Marian Croak and Patricia Bath Become First Black Women to Be Inducted in Inventors Hall of Fame
Bath’s daughter accurately points out that the recognition is long overdue.
Female Scientists, First Responders Get Their Own Barbie Dolls
Women of color? Check. Above a size zero? Check. Doctors, nurses, scientists? Check. Is Barbie finally progressing?
‘The Women in AI Are Talking’ Podcast
…and it’s up to us to listen. We talk with innovative women leading AI startups about the obstacles they’re facing. (Part 2)
Listen to ‘Ugly Sexist AI’ Podcast
Yes, artificial intelligence has incredible potential. But it’s also reproducing all the gender bias and inequality that currently exists in the world. (Part 1)