International Women's Day: female scientists present their work
Science needs the best minds. However, a lot of research potential is still being wasted worldwide because too few highly qualified women are working in research. For this reason, DLR has a keen interest in promoting women.
On the occasion of International Women's Day on 8 March, the DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is inviting the Association for Women in AI and Robotics Germany (WAIR) to an 'Ask a Scientist' session. Last year, around 60 guests and 16 scientists exchanged ideas online about trends in robotics research, technology transfer and career opportunities at DLR. Due to the great success of the previous year, the event will be repeated this year.
"In Germany, engineering and scientific professions enjoy a very high level of prestige. Women are increasingly present in higher management roles in companies and research institutions. A very positive development can be recognised here. It is not only in the aerospace industry that I have met extraordinary and talented women who are passionate about their profession. That is why it is important for us that the compatibility of family and career is an important asset at DLR and is consistently promoted," emphasises Professor Amke Kaysser-Pyzalla, Chair of the Executive Board of the German Aerospace Center DLR.
"The promotion of women in scientific and technical professions is very important to us at DLR," said Alin Albu-Schäffer, Director of the Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics.
"'Ask a Scientist' is part of a series of events, such as Girls' Day and 'Women in Tech', which specifically target women," says Albu-Schäffer. "In addition to the scientific exchange, we can also present the excellent opportunities for women in management, research and junior positions at DLR. The events are very well received both internally at DLR and externally "
The Institute is represented by teams from the Futuro Junior Research Group, Care Assistant Robotics, EMPRESS, Factory of the Future, Rehabilitation and Prosthetics, the Walking Robotics Group BERT, Assistant Robotics, and Research Group Exploration.
Women in AI and Robotics CEO Sheila Beladinejad said: "On behalf of Women in AI & Robotics Germany, we would like to thank you for inviting us to celebrate International Women's Day together and to exchange ideas with DLR scientists. Women in AI & Robotics advocates for gender-balanced and ethical artificial intelligence that benefits society, and we greatly appreciate having the support of strong partners like DLR to work towards this common goal."
