An Initiative to Raise Awareness of Inequality and Gender Bias towards Women in Science.

The Matilda Project is an educational initiative strategically crafted to cultivate an environment that acknowledges and celebrates the often overlooked contributions of women scientists marginalized by widespread gender biases. Let’s uncover and learn the stories of these brilliant individuals and interrupt marginalization in science when we see it happen.

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Rosalind Franklin

Physical Chemist: Discovered the Structure of DNA

Nettie Stevens

Pioneering Geneticist: Discovered Sex Chromosomes

The Matilda Project.

Our mission and vision focus on fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment that acknowledges and celebrates the often overlooked contributions of women scientists marginalized by widespread gender biases. The Matilda Project acts as both a resource and a catalyst for enduring social change. Let’s learn the stories of these brilliant individuals and stop gender bias when we see it happen.

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