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The NATO STO Women & Girls in Science 2025 challenge applications close in a week! This is your chance to share your thoughts and research proposals for global security. Each submission should address one of the following #NATO Science & Technology (S&T) priorities: ?? Deterrence ?? Energy ?? Resilience ?? Space ?? Climate More information -> www.natostowgs.com #WGS25 #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM

Applications close in 12 days! Does your proposal tick all boxes? ? ? Proposals should aim to solve an existing issue or prevent the emergence of new threats. Each submission should address one of the following NATO Science & Technology (S&T) priorities: ? ?? Deterrence ?? Energy ?? Resilience ?? Space ?? Climate ? What research idea would you like to see #NATO pursue over the next five years? Apply by 1?? 1?? March for a chance to present your proposal at NATO Headquarters NATO STO Women & Girls in Science 2025 Challenge aims to inspire young women to pursue careers in STEM by providing a platform to share innovative research ideas with a real impact on global security and defence. More information ?? www.natostowgs.com #WomenInSTEM #WGS25 #GirlsInSTEM

Women made up only 28.2% of the STEM workforce in 2024[1], and 33.3% is the global average percentage of female researchers[2]. ?? Closing the gender gap is a complex endeavor that requires a multi-faceted approach and a collective effort. Despite these ongoing efforts to achieve gender balance in STEM, women who aspire to enter this world, often face many obstacles, including hurtful stereotypes, lack of female role models, and unconscious bias in hiring and funding. Women in STEM are also less likely to progress in their careers and reach leadership positions, with only 29% of female senior STEM workers and 12% of female STEM Chief Executives.[1] Addressing this issue is critical to driving innovation in research, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and contributing to economic growth. The STO has an explicit commitment to empower diverse minds to shape the future of global security through initiatives such as the #NATO STO Women & Girls in Science challenge 2025 (WGS25). The #WG25 aims to inspire young women up to 35 years old to pursue careers in STEM by providing a platform to share innovative research ideas with a real impact on global security and defence. Spread the word and help empower young women in STEM. The challenge is open until the 11 March and we encourage all women in STEM (including social scientists) to apply through the official WGS25 website: https://natostowgs.com/. #EveryVoiceInScience #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM [1]World Economic Forum, https://lnkd.in/eAawKNWG [2]UNESCO, https://lnkd.in/deiWnvHv

?? Ready, set, apply! Applications for NATO STO Women & Girls in Science challenge 2025 open tomorrow! ?? Are you a woman between 18-35 years old? #NATO STO wants to hear from you! Get ready to find out which are the topics of this year’s challenge! #WGS25 #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM

NATO Joint Warfare Centre’s The Three Swords magazine features an article by Dr Bryan Wells, NATO Chief Scientist! #AI, #quantum computing, #space technologies and #biotechnologies are transforming the nature of #warfare and international security dynamics. What defines the technological landscape of the future? Find out in our Issue No: 40, out soon! #WeAreNATO NATO Office of the Chief Scientist (STO-OCS) NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT)

What role does science play in Nuclear Disarmament Verification (NDV)???? Since 2020, NATO’s Science & Technology Organization has explored this question, addressing the critical element of?trust?in developing verification regimes—a key factor in real-world treaty negotiations. Discover how this sociological concept intersects with technical solutions in our Chief Scientist Research Report,?“NATO S&T Work on the Verification of Nuclear Disarmament.”? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/413DVaa

?? NATO Chief Scientist is launching his Grants Programme dedicated to fostering excellence in science and technology research! ??What projects can be supported ? Projects in the following areas : ??Deterrence and defence ??Diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) ??Emerging and disruptive technologies ??Science and Technology (S&T) resilience ?? Science and Technology foresight What to expect ? ?? grants ranging from 25,000 euros to 100,000 euros ??500,000 euros overall to support research projects focused on advancing science and contributing to global security ??Qualifying projects will need to?be completed by end of 2025. ???? Who can apply ? ??Researchers from #NATO member countries working for or affiliated with NATO Allied governments, research institutes, non-governmental organizations or the private sector. ??Applicants must reside in the country where the institution they are working for is located. ????♀?The programme particularly encourages applications from women in STEM fields. What the proposals should include : ??a forward-looking general problem statement, aiming both for scientific excellence and real-world security impact ??An evaluation of the economic viability?of the proposals ?? examples of Applicant’s experience handling similar projects ??An evaluation of potential risks associated with the proposal, and a risk response plan. ?? When? ??Apply NOW until November 15, 2024. ????Share this great opportunity with researchers who want to contribute to global security and technological advancement! NATO Office of the Chief Scientist (STO-OCS)

??????Proud to see NATO’s commitment to gender equality and scientific advancement being recognised! #NATO won the “Most Impactful Initiative” at the WOMEN IN TECH ? Global #Europe Award” ! ???? Congrats to the NATO Science & Technology Organization (STO) teams for coming up with the winning project, and congrats for encouraging contributions to science by women throughout the year. ????Last May, our Women and Girls in Science 2024 challenge (WGS24) invited 12 finalists from 10 NATO Nations to NATO HQ to defend their ideas on: What research idea would you like to see NATO develop over the next 5?? years? High quality ideas were defended by our 3?? winners: ??Sandra Gusi Martínez ???? "Electrogenic Bacteria for Environmental Threat Detection Project, @National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA) ?? Jillian Hoderial ???? “Bio-enabled light harvesting for enhanced portable renewable energy”, QinetiQ ??Lyana Usa ???? “Enhancing Societal Resilience in the Post-COVID World through Cognitive Warfare Monitoring and AI-based Analysis”, Delft University of Technology ????Best of lucks to the NATO STO team in November when they head to Paris for the Women in Tech Global awards ! ????Congrats to their fellow nominees Microsoft ‘s Conversations Unscripted, the Federation of German Industry, Le Cercle des Femmes en Cybersécurité, Spring ACT – Action. Compassion. Technology. and Amazon Lola Villaro Yuste Irene Fellin #WomenInScience #STEM ?? Further opportunities : we are launching the NATO Office of the Chief Scientist (STO-OCS) Grants Programme to empower diverse minds to shape the future of global security. ???? In 2025, the programme will award a total of €500,000 to fund science and technology studies on emerging topics, as well S&T awareness initiatives. We are now accepting applications on the following topics: ?? Deterrence and defence ?? Diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ?? Emerging and disruptive technologies ?? Resilience from an S&T perspective ?? S&T foresight ?? The deadline for applications is 15 November. ???? Apply here : https://ow.ly/cxBG50TCe8q ??The NATO Chief Scientist Grants programme is open to nationals from NATO Allies working for: ?? Organizations affiliated with or part of a NATO Allied government. ?? Organizations affiliated with research Institutes, NGOs or private or public companies etc. residing in a NATO country. ??Applicants must also be a resident in the NATO country where their institution is located.

?? We are pleased to announce the launch of the NATO Chief Scientist Grants Programme, a new initiative to empower diverse minds to shape the future of global security. In 2025, the programme will award a total of €500,000 to fund science and technology studies on emerging topics, as well S&T awareness initiatives. We are now accepting applications on the following topics: ?? Deterrence and defence ?? Diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ?? Emerging and disruptive technologies ?? Resilience from an S&T perspective ?? S&T foresight ?? The deadline for applications is 15 November. Visit the NATO Chief Scientist Grants website for more information ?? https://ow.ly/cxBG50TCe8q The NATO Chief Scientist Grants programme is open to nationals from NATO Allies working for: ?? Organizations affiliated with or part of a NATO Allied government. ?? Organizations affiliated with research Institutes, NGOs or private or public companies etc. residing in a NATO country. ?? Applicants must also be a resident in the NATO country where their institution is located.

We keep breaking boundaries and inspiring change — our Women & Girls in Science challenge has just been named the Most Impactful Initiative at the Women In Tech Europe Awards! ? This award is a milestone in our mission to inspire and empower the next generation of women in STEM. The NATO STO Women & Girls in Science 2024 (WGS24) challenge was built to create opportunities, break down barriers, and provide the support young women need to thrive in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and to highlight the breath of opportunities available for STEM researchers in defence. We’re not just closing the gender gap—we’re shaping the future of innovation in defence and security?? A heartfelt thank you to Women In Tech for this recognition and for championing the advancement of women across the tech landscape. We value and share your commitment to this cause. We’re now setting our sights on Paris, where we will proudly represent NATO at the WOMEN IN TECH ? Global Awards. We also want to congratulate our fellow nominees— Microsoft’s Conversations Unscripted, the Federation of German Industry, Le Cercle des Femmes en Cybersécurité, Spring ACT – Action. Compassion. Technology., and Amazon. It’s an honour to stand alongside such outstanding initiatives. Together, we are driving real change and paving the way for a more inclusive, diverse, and innovative future. #WomenInTech #STEM #DiversityAndInclusion #GenderEquality #WomenInSTEM #Innovation #WomenInTechGlobalAwards