Mission Statement

Female scientists are currently underrepresented at the Faculty of Life Sciences, particularly in Biology. The Women in Biology Initiative seeks to understand the underlying causes and to support the careers of female scientists at all levels, from students to professors. Our vision is to equalize the female-male employment status and leadership at the Faculty. 

Upcoming Events

  • Next Role Models Seminar: Tuesday, April 29th, 14:30-16:00, UBB SR 3.1
  • You want to dive deeper and discuss some data? Join our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Reading Circle (next meeting on Monday, Mai 5th, 16:45-18:00 in the UBB Mensa). All genders are encouraged to attend! More information here.
  • Next Synchronisation meeting: Friday, May 9th, 12:00-13:00 in Seminar Room 3.1.
  • Save the date - 10-year WoBio Anniversary Tuesday, June 3rd!!
  • For other events, you can also check our Events & Networking page. We look forward to seeing you!

News & Events

Research
 

New publication of WoBio member Anne Le Maître in the International Journal of Primatology.

Event
 

For Gregor Johann Mendel's 200th anniversary, WoBios Barbara Fischer and Lynn Chiu organize a public symposium titled "Mendel's Legacy in Science and...

Event
 

Prof. Kevin Laland (University of St Andrews, Scotland) was invited to share his experience regarding the EDI initiative at his university.

Awards
 

Summer 2022 was full of recognition for our excellent women scientists at the University of Vienna with many prizes and awards.

Research
 

New publication of WoBio member Elmira Mohandesan in the Journal of Archaeological Science.

Awards
 

WoBio member Elmira Mohandesan won the first prize of the photo contest "Pictures of Life (Sciences)" for her photograph "Eat the Wind".