FEBRUARY 12 2025 I NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
North East Women in Life Science (NEWILS) 2025 delivered an inspiring and insightful evening celebrating women’s contributions to the life sciences.
The event, co-hosted by High Force Research Ltd, CY Partners, and CPI, brought together industry professionals, researchers, and emerging talent for an engaging discussion on routes into STEM, career growth, and collaboration.
The event highlighted the region’s dynamic life sciences sector and underscored the ongoing commitment to promoting gender equality in STEM. Attendees heard from leading voices—including seasoned professionals and rising stars:
Annabel Morris
Scientist at AstraZeneca and Winner of the RSC Apprentice of the Year 2024, shared her apprenticeship journey into life sciences.
Karen Burgess
Learning & Development Business Partner at CPI, provided valuable insights into professional growth and the importance of talent development within the sector.
Gillian Gill
Solid State Team Leader at Onyx Scientific, offered her perspective on taking the leap of faith to go back to studying as a mature student leading to a major career change.
NEWILS has become as established networking event in the calendar and attendee feedback was encouragingly positive, highlighting a stimulating atmosphere and practical lessons that will help shape future events. The collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout the evening underscored a shared commitment to empowering women in STEM and fostering inclusive professional networks.
The evening also featured 12 poster entries from inspiring researchers on a range of topics including click chemistry, genetics, solid state chemistry, food science and STEM outreach. The winning entry was selected based on the quality and originality of the research posters, showcasing talent and diversity within life sciences. Congratulations to Kate Porter for their winning entry ‘The Potential of Faecal Markers for Dietary Intake Estimation’.
A sincere thank you is extended to the entire organising team whose dedication and hard work were key to the event’s success.
High Force Research Ltd remains committed to championing diversity and inclusion in the life sciences and looks forward to building on the success of this year’s event to further empower women across the region.
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