International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026: Roundtable

This roundtable brings together PhD students in Micro and Nanotechnologies to share their experiences, perspectives, and visions for the future of science and engineering. In the context of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the discussion highlights personal trajectories, scientific motivation, and the importance of inspiring new generations—especially girls and young women—to pursue STEM careers.
Co-sponsored by: Museo Tezozomoc – Instituto Politécnico Nacional
Agenda:
Event Agenda
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026
📍 Festival Program
🕛 Start time: 12:00 PM
12:00 – 12:10 | Opening & Welcome
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Brief welcome by the organizing committee
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Context of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
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Introduction to the festival activities
12:10 – 12:30 | Key Talk
Women in Science: Challenges, Progress, and Inspiring the Next Generation
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Historical overview of women in science
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Current challenges and recent advances
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The importance of family and social support to motivate girls in STEM
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Speaker: PhD student, Micro and Nanotechnologies – IPN | IEEE WIE
12:30 – 12:35 | Transition Break
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Audience movement between parallel activities
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Setup for the roundtable discussion
12:35 – 1:35 | Roundtable Discussion
New Generations, New Perspectives: Women PhD Students Shaping the Future of Science
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Moderator introduction
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Panelists’ short biographies
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Guided discussion with six PhD students
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Audience questions (last 10 minutes)
1:35 – 1:45 | Closing Remarks
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Key takeaways from the roundtable
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Acknowledgments to speakers and attendees
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Invitation to continue participating in festival activities
From 1:45 PM onward | Parallel Festival Activities
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Workshops and hands-on STEM activities
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Outreach booths and interactive demonstrations
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Networking and informal discussions
Bldg: Planetario Luis Enrique Erro, Av. Wilfrido Massieu 394, Nueva Industrial Vallejo, Gustavo A. Madero, Ciudad de México, Mexico, Mexico, 07300