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New research from the University of Cambridge has found that Rosalind Franklin is the only woman among 86 scientists named in UK GCSE and National 5 science exam specifications. This highlights the need for greater recognition of women’s contributions to science and more female role models in STEM Read the article here: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c69wzv5pg447o

Calling all #women researchers and scientific advisers in marine science!The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is launching a new cohort of Scientific SHE, part of its See Her Exceed (SHE) Global Mentorship Programme! This edition focuses on cumulative impacts in the marine environment, an area of strategic importance in international ocean governance. Designed to empower womenContinue reading “ISA launches new cohort of Global Mentorship Programme for women”

Dr Renuka Badhe, co-founder of the Women in Polar Science network, has been awarded the 2026 SCAR Medal! The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) has announced the three recipients of the 2026 SCAR Medals, recognising outstanding achievement in Antarctic research, international coordination, and science communication. Congratulations to the awardees: Prof Peter Convey (British AntarcticContinue reading “Dr Renuka Badhe has been awarded the SCAR Medal”

The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust has published episode two of their podcast, A Voyage to Antarctica, in which Alok Jha meets pioneering explorer Ann Bancroft, a true polar legend and the first woman to have skied to both the North and South Poles. Search ‘A Voyage to Antarctica’ on all major podcast platforms!

The Space4Women Landmark Study is seeking contributions from public and private space-sector organisations worldwide to help measure progress on women’s representation and gender equality across the industry. Now in its third and final phase, the study builds on data from more than 25 space agencies and industry leaders to create a long-term framework for trackingContinue reading “Space4Women survey needs participants”

A legacy of marine science: Plymouth Marine Laboratory’s Professor Shubha Sathyendranath MBE has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Nansen Polar Bear Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to environmental research. Discover highlights from her incredible career in the link below – spanning nearly 50 years! Tore Furevik, Director of the Nansen Centre, said: “Shubha Sathyendranath has helped change howContinue reading “Professor Shubha Sathyendranath MBE awarded prestigious polar award”

Nominations are now open for the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) International Mentorship Award, recognizing those who dedicate their time and energy to supporting early-career researchers. More info and nomination form: apecs.is/mentors/mentorship-award.html Nominations close Monday, 1 June 2026, at 23:59 GMT!

Apply now: The 12th Korea Arctic Academy The application deadline for the 12th Korea Arctic Academy is coming up on April 29, 2026! This is a unique opportunity for students from Arctic countries to join a fully funded study program in Korea focused on Arctic issues, policy, and culture. The Korea Arctic Academy will take placeContinue reading “Opportunity for students from Arctic countries: the 12th Korea Arctic Academy”

Check out this interview with IceCube’s Angela Zegarelli, a postdoctoral researcher at Ruhr-Universität Bochum! Angela takes you behind the scenes and explains what her work searching for astrophysical neutrinos entails. Read the interview here: https://icecube.wisc.edu/voices…/2026/03/angela-zegarelli/

Andrea Ghez was awarded the 2020 physics Nobel prize jointly with Reinhard Genzel “for the discovery of a supermassive compact object at the centre of our galaxy.” She talked to nine students of different disciplines within science, from all over the world, about being a scientist. Watch the full interview to hear Ghez give herContinue reading “Nobel prize winner talks with students about being a scientist”