Dell Award 2023 nominations wanted
Nominations are now open for the 2023 Miriam Dell Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring.
Ecologist Cate Macinnis-Ng recognised for mentoring
Plant ecophysiologist Associate Professor Cate Macinnis-Ng has been recognised for her mentoring of other women in science with this year’s Dell Award from the Association for Women in the Sciences…
Opportunity for every woman in STEM to join ICWES19
Ways to engage with ICWES19: In person The full three-day programme - or just one day if time is an issue The STEM diversity afternoon – perfect for senior STEM leaders and advocates The…
Global movement demands action to support mothers in science
The Association for Women in the Sciences is one of seventeen organisations, representing hundreds of thousands of female scientists globally, who have come together to call on research funders to…
Looking for something a bit different?
If you're looking for something a bit different for a birthday or Christmas present, or just always wanted something 3D printed, now's your chance, with the added benefit of supporting…
Farewell to Dame Miriam Dell
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Patron, Dame Miriam Dell.
Put your stamp on ICWES19
ICWES19 – Shaping the Future is taking place in New Zealand in September 2023.
Deepsea scientist honoured for mentoring of women in science
Di Tracey, a deep-sea fisheries and ecology scientist at NIWA, has been awarded the 2021 Miriam Dell Award by the Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS) for her advocacy…
Nominate your mentor for this year's Dell Award
Women in science across New Zealand are invited to nominate their mentor for this year's Dell Award.
Gender pay gap in New Zealand universities
Researchers from the University of Canterbury have published in PLOS One the findings of research into the gender pay gap in New Zealand universities.
Our new look
The Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS) has a new look and a new strategy.
Marine scientist honoured for her contribution to diversity
Professor Abigail Smith has been named this year’s recipient of the Miriam Dell Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring by the Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS).
Celebrate your mentor
If you have an amazing mentor you'd like to acknowledge, applications are now open for the Miriam Dell Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring.
Applications open for New Horizons for Women awards
Applications are open for awards through the New Horizons for Women Trust, including the AWIS STEM Award.
National Quiz raises $18,000 for scholarship
Christchurch team Sarahentripity, a group from the University of Canterbury’s School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, were named the AWIS National Quiz Champions, during an evening that raised more than…
Inaugural scholarship awarded
The Association for Women in the Sciences is excited to see three women benefit from the inaugural Women in STEM Award.
AWIS congratulates new Chief Science Advisor
The Association for Women in the Sciences is excited by the appointment of Professor Juliet Gerrard as the new Chief Science Advisor to the Prime Minister.
An Antarctic Homeward Bound Adventure
By Priscilla Wehi Back in 1982, Sir Mason Durie proposed a model of health and wellbeing called te whare tapawhā.
New award to support STEM study
The Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new financial award to support women studying STEM subjects.
Women scientists take on Antarctica
The Ross Sea Environment and Ecosystem Voyage has eight women scientists working across the fields of oceanography, ecology and biology onboard the RV Tangaroa.
Hazel Gatehouse obituary
We are deeply saddened at the sudden death of the wonderful Hazel Gatehouse. Hazel suffered an asthma attack and passed surrounded by family on the 21st November.
Mathematician awarded Dell Award
Associate Professor Vivien Kirk has been recognised for her work mentoring young mathematicians and physicists with the Miriam Dell Excellence in Science Mentoring Award from the Association for Women in…
New Executive Committee
At the 2017 AGM, a new National Convenor and extended National Executive was appointed. Check out the current members of the National Executive.
Do you have an outstanding science mentor?
The Association for Women in the Sciences is inviting people to thank those who are doing their best to keep females in science by nominating them for an Award.
First AWIS travel scholarship awarded
AWIS is delighted to have awarded the first of its new travel scholarships to Kesia Kurian, an ex-John Paul College student now studying for a conjoint Bachelors of Engineering and…
Celebrating Women in Science
This July, New Zealand’s female scientists from the past, present and future will be celebrated as Auckland hosts the ninth triennial Association for Women in the Sciences conference.
Kickstart for science student
Lucy Egan, a young female science student from Christchurch, has been selected to receive the ultimate kick-start to her career.
Miriam Dell Award 2015 winner announced
Dr Roslyn Kemp from the University of Otago has been named this year’s winner of the Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS) Miriam Dell Award, for her work inspiring…
Innovators wanted for NZ Women of Influence Awards
The New Zealand Women of Influence Awards programme has launched for 2015 and they're looking for innovative women.
For Women in Science 2016
'For Women in Science' partnership between the L’Oréal Foundation and UNESCO is once again seeking nominations for outstanding women scientists.
$25,000 L'Oreal Fellowship announced
Applications are now open for the inaugural L'Oreal New Zealand For Women in Science Fellowship.
Inspiring Action
The Ministry of Women's Affairs have published a new report, Inspiring Action, which summarises evidence, action plans and research to inspire and encourage action that removes obstacles to women's career…
Inaugural women in science awardee chosen
Dr Judith O'Brien has been awarded the inaugural Miriam Dell Award by the Association in recognition of her outstanding contribution to mentoring female students and scientists.
Margaret Brimble named 2012 Rutherford Medallist
Margaret Brimble, Professor of Organic and Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Auckland, has been named the 2012 Rutherford Medallist.
Congratulations to first female Rutherford winner
Professor Christine Winterbourn from the University of Otago has been awarded the Rutherford medal, the first woman to receive the honour.
Gold CREST winners
Congratulations to the five female secondary school students who were awarded their Gold CREST awards at the Royal Society Honours dinner.
Entrepreneurship award winner announced
Dianne Gleeson has won the inaugural Women in Science Entrepreneurship Award sponsored by Pacific Channel and the Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS).