CSHL WiSE

We’re thrilled to announce that WiSE at CSHL has been awarded a grant from @AAUW to support our outreach programs! 🎉 A huge thank you to AAUW for their support, and to our WiSE officers for applying for this grant and bringing these programs to life this year. 💡🧬

CSHL Research Investigator Claudia Tonelli @clatonell spotted on the cover of this week’s @Newsday. The paper highlights a new study led by Tonelli and CSHL Professor David Tuveson. The work sheds light on a potential way to delay or prevent pancreatic cancer.

‘Kindness is a true reflection of both courage and strength.’ CSHL’s Camila dos Santos studies how pregnancy shapes breast cancer risk—and works to make science more inclusive. Her research and spirit empower women. #WomenAtCSHL #WomensHistoryMonth #BreastCancerResearch #WomensHealth

Calling all parents and educators! Do you know an 8th-12th grader curious about coding? Applications are now open for our FREE & VIRTUAL Youth Coding Camp! 🚀 No prior experience needed—just a passion for learning! Apply by March 28th at bit.ly/cshlcodingcamp

‘Don’t wait for universal approval—just try it…’ 🚀 CSHL Assistant Professor Corina Amor Vegas, who pushes boundaries in her own research, shares her advice for young women starting their careers: take risks, test bold ideas, and embrace discovery. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we continue to celebrate #WomenAtCSHL.

We've extended registration for the Youth Coding Camp hosted by CSHL WiSE by one week! A great chance for high schoolers to dive into coding, boost their college apps, and earn a certificate upon completion. Tell your students and teens - don't miss out! docs.google.com/forms/d/1UOEgC…

CSHL Women in Science and Engineering affinity group have organized a coding camp for high schoolers (open to all within the age range with no geographic boundaries). Completely free & remote. A great opportunity. Time is in EST. Please share widely!

Kicking off the 2025 McClintock lecturer series with Dr. Genevieve Konopka! Dr. Konopka explores the human brain's evolution and memory function through single-cell genomics, comparing human and primate brains to uncover key innovations in cell types and gene patterns.

En el Departamento de Física de New York University [@NYUPhysics] estamos organizando una serie de conferencias sobre divulgación de la ciencia abiertas a las comunidades hispanohablantes en la ciudad de Nueva York y sus alrededores. Las conferencias serán en español.

Are you passionate about fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for women and allies in science and engineering? Consider joining Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory! Application deadline Dec 15th. See here: forms.gle/kbgG2ucnkEaQSZ…

It was a wonderful evening of self-expression and community, with everyone taking home their unique artwork. Thank you to all who joined us for this meaningful event!

Last summer, we gathered for a special paint night focused on mental wellness! Our open table offered everything needed to unwind—canvases, brushes, paint, and a calming playlist with painting tips for anyone needing inspiration #MentalHealthMatters #WomenInScience

Shoutout to our panelists for an insightful tech-to-grad panel hosted by the CSHL WiSE professional development team. We also wish our grad-school-aspiring research technicians the best of luck as they begin their applications! 🍀

Flashback to an amazing Science Cafe at Walt Whitman High School! 🔬✨ Our two awesome volunteers @IreneNozal and @fatim_kouassi lab shared their inspiring science journeys with 30 curious high school students grades 9-12.

At our latest WiSE FAB breakfast, the incredible Dr. Doreen Ware @warelab shared her journey through academia! From life challenges to career moves and everything in between, she gave us all the real talk and relatable advice. Huge thanks to Dr. Ware for an inspiring morning! 🙌

just a quick question for moms of young babies in academia…... how

@drdebah @ShanskyLab Congrats! could you share tips?

This was my 1st time leading a #GRC Power Hour & it was AMAZING! I didnt know it could be this good!!! Maybe its the #favoritismfairy in me, but @ShanskyLab is an absolute #genius for bringing in a dedicated human w/ experience in #JEDI to transform the power hour! #blackinneuro

Let's uplift and inspire each other, breaking barriers together. #WomenInScience #Sportsmanship #Olympics #Inspiration

We look forward to another year together of supporting women scientists at CSHL and beyond!👩‍🔬 #WiSEFAB #VisionAndGoals #CSHL_WiSE

✨ A big shout out to our wonderful faculty advisors for your continued support of our WiSE organization and mission! @leemorj @helenxhou @caoresco DoreenWare