WISPER (Women in Science for Promoting Energy Research)

One day meeting to celebrate Emerging Female Leaders in Energy, 21st of May 2025.

The IOM3 Energy Materials Group sponsored also by other learned societies is organising a 1-day meeting to celebrate Emerging Female Leaders in Energy, “Women in Science Promoting Energy Research (WISPER)”.

Register here: https://wisper2025.eventbrite.com

And visit our website for more info!

The meeting will be held at the IOP headquarters, 37 Caledonian Rd, London N1 9BU, on 21 May 2025. The workshop will be an excellent opportunity for all career stages to discuss research and their experiences (both positive and negative!). We will have lunch and an evening catered reception.

The day will include a key note talk from Professor Dame Julia King, and 4 invited speakers (Dr. Jess Wade, Prof. Melanie Britton, Dr. Clara Barker and Prof. John Singleton), who as well as introducing their area of research, will answer the question of “are things improving for women in energy research?” and highlight any initiatives. There will be opportunities for early career individuals to present their work (6 talk slots and 24 poster slots are available). The day will close with a roundtable discussion at the meeting featuring high profile people: Dr. Connie Wang, Prof. Rachel Oliver OBE, Emeritus Prof. Valerie Gibson OBE and Prof. Lesley Cohen to discuss their career experiences. 

Thank you to sponsorship, this event will be free. Travel bursaries are also available (see website for more info).

We are limited to 6 talks, and 24 posters. The deadline for applying for these is 25th April 2025

Please get in touch with Fiona, Lizzie or Benedetta if you have any questions.

Lizzie - e.h.driscoll@bham.ac.uk

Fiona - fiona.robinson@southwales.ac.uk

Benedetta - bg438@cam.ac.uK