Alpas Pinas Highlights Filipino Women Leading the Charge in Nuclear Science, Energy Advocacy
Women have come a long way since the start of the 20th century. From voting rights to leading governments to heading global conglomerates, women are now at the forefront of shaping the destiny of the world. When it comes to the field of nuclear science, women have also led the charge. Pioneering scientists like Marie Curie, who paved the way for research on radioactivity, and Lise Meitner, who contributed to the discovery of nuclear fission these two have are true trailblazers. But what is not so known is that Filipino women are also at the forefront of nuclear research, policy, and education, proving that gender is no barrier to excellence in the field. For years, the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) has been a strong advocate for gender inclusivity, with women leading research initiatives and holding key leadership roles. According to PNRI’s 2022 report, women make up 46 percent of the total workforce, with 35 percent in technical positions and nine percent in administr
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