To wrap up a meaningful 2025, WIS held a warm and cozy year-end party. We took the time to reflect on the team’s activities in 2025, learn from experience, and refresh our plans for 2026. In addition, we had the “Women in Science Award” awarded to six special individuals: lab fashionista (Valeria), pixel-perfect professor &…
As researchers, we recognize the importance of protecting the ideas and innovations we create. To help our research community better understand intellectual property protection, we organized a Patent Workshop covering the fundamentals of patents and the patent application process. We sincerely thank Cyril Chan, a foreign attorney at Kim & Chang, for sharing his expertise…
On Oct. 28th 2025, we had the honor to see Professor Chunglee Kim and listened to her inspiring career journey as an astrophysicist, introducing her current research before reflecting on her experiences studying and working abroad. She spoke openly about the challenges of being one of the few Asian—and often the only Korean—women in her…
Prof. Dr.-Ing. GiEun Kim is a prominent figure in the field of biotechnology and currently serves as a professor at Seokyeong University in Seoul, South Korea. She obtained her doctorate from the Technical University of Berlin and has contributed extensively to research in biofuels, environmental sciences, and microbial studies. In addition to her academic roles,…
In this meeting, we had the opportunity to meet Eva Metzger. She shared her professional journey, detailing her transition from a background in civil engineering to a career as a patent attorney. We learned that a patent attorney is a specialized legal professional who assists clients in obtaining and protecting patents, with a focus on…
Under the theme “Relationships: How Do We Relate to Others Without Losing Ourselves?” We engaged participants in creative activities, including the crafting of personalized pocket mirrors featuring empowering quotes and handmade pearl bracelets. These activities served as effective icebreakers and helped establish a safe, welcoming environment for open dialogue. The session focused on several key…
In addition to discussing her scientific accomplishments, we had the opportunity to engage in a meaningful conversation with Professor Chae about how she successfully balances a distinguished career with the responsibilities of motherhood. She offered practical insights on effective time management, the importance of cultivating a reliable support network, and strategies for maintaining motivation. Her…
In this meeting, we presented the mission and activities of our group to the Swiss Embassy. Our primary objectives are to support members of the Women in Science (WIS) group in QNS in their career development, expand professional networking opportunities, and promote gender equality. Additionally, we introduced our social media platforms, including Instagram and our…
At QNS, Henry presented his cancer research, a topic that remains highly debated in the field. Due to its controversial nature, he has faced challenges in getting his work accepted in journals. To overcome this, he adopted a different strategy to promote his research. He began attending smaller conferences, where audiences were more receptive to…
At the “Science Meets International Relations” Career Coffee, we delved into career opportunities beyond academia. Scientific advisors—Alessandra Apicella, Anett Schwarz, Ju Young Kim, and Juliette Lefort—from various embassies in Seoul shared their personal career journeys. Each gave a 10-minute talk on their career paths, daily responsibilities, and key advice for aspiring scientists: follow your passion,…