Founded in Fall 2004 by tenured faculty in the natural sciences, SWS at Duke University has grown into a vibrant community that supports and celebrates women scientists across all STEM disciplines — including, but not limited to, natural sciences, mathematical sciences, medical sciences, and engineering. We promote fellowship and scientific connections among women scientists from all career stages — undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, staff, and faculty. Our events are inclusive — all scientists and allies are welcome!
When & Where
12:30 – 1:30 pm in Gross Hall 330, Ahmadieh Family Grand Hall
12:30 pm – arrive, pick up lunch
12:45 – 1:15 pm – broad-audience lecture
1:15 – 1:30 pm – informal chat and mingle!
Distinguished Lecture & Lunch Schedule
Fall 2025
- September 12, 2025 – Hai Li (ECE), Marie Foote Reel E’46 Distinguished Professor
- October 17, 2025 – Dori Canelas (Chemistry), Associate Professor of the Practice
- November 14, 2025 – Cristina E Salvador (Psychology & Neuroscience), Susan W. Beltz and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Assistant Professor
Spring 2026
- January 23, 2026 – Blanche Capel (Cell Biology), James B. Duke Professor of Cell Biology
- February 20, 2026 – Lillian Pierce (Math), Professor of Mathematics
- March 20, 2026 – Heather Stapleton (Environmental Natural Science), Ronie-Richele Garcia-Johnson Distinguished Professor
Join us on these dates from 12:30pm-1:30pm in Gr
To learn more, visit the Society for Women in Science website.