Celebrating Women in Science: Exhibition at the Tafalla Library
The Tafalla Library will host an exhibition honoring 12 women scientists, opening on March 10th. This event supports the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated annually on February 11th. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2016, the day aims to promote the full and equal participation of women and girls in science and to encourage more girls to pursue scientific careers.
Inspiring Future generations
The exhibition seeks to introduce the public, notably children and young peopel, to real-life role models in science and technology – both past and contemporary, from diverse backgrounds. It highlights the achievements of women who have made significant contributions to various scientific disciplines.
Educational Resources for Schools
Educational materials will be provided to schools, enabling them to incorporate the exhibition into thier curriculum. Students will have the opportunity to analyze the exhibit and complete a related questionnaire, fostering deeper engagement with the featured scientists.
Elhuyar’s Commitment to STEM Education
Elhuyar, an institution dedicated to promoting scientific and technological participation among girls, has been working year-round to showcase the work of women scientists.Through various projects, they aim to create visible role models and inspire young women to overcome stereotypes and pursue careers in STEM fields.
The Honored Scientists
- jane Goodall (born April 3, 1934) is a British primatologist and anthropologist considered to be the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. Jane Goodall Institute
- Mari Luz guenaga Gómez (born 1975) is a Spanish computer engineer specializing in artificial intelligence.
- Ola Arafat (born 1977) is a Palestinian pharmacist and activist working to improve healthcare access in Gaza.
- Marie Anne Gillan Boivin (1773 – 1841) was a French midwife and inventor credited with innovations in obstetrical instruments.
- Yásnaya Aguilar Gil (born 1981) is a Mexican linguist and activist working to revitalize Indigenous languages.
- Elisabeth Rasekoala (born 1960) is a Nigerian chemical engineer and advocate for STEM education in Africa.
- Amaia Ortiz barredo (born 1965) is a Spanish phytopathologist specializing in plant diseases.
- Ruby Payne-scott (1912 – 1981) was an Australian physicist and radio astronomer who made significant contributions to the early study of radio waves from the sun. Australian Science Archives Project
- Hong Wang (born 1997) is a Chinese mathematician known for her work in number theory.
- Lourdes Herrasti Erlogorri (born 1958) is a Spanish historian and anthropologist specializing in Basque culture.
- Rebecca Lee Crumpler (1831 – 1895) was an American physician and the first African American woman to earn a medical degree in the United States. National Library of Medicine
- Olatz Ortega Vidales (born 1997) is a Spanish ecotoxicologist researching the impact of pollutants on ecosystems.
This exhibition provides a valuable opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in science and inspire the next generation of female scientists and innovators.