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We’re delighted to launch the digital version of Suffrage Science on the centenary of International Women’s Day, March 8th 2011. Featuring conversations between leading female researchers in neuroscience and psychology, embryology and genetics, structural biology; and the biology of cancer and HIV, the publication brings to light a collection of stories about the significant contributions that women have made to science over the past 100 years.

Our congratulations to Dame Professor Sally C Davies, the first woman ever to be appointed Chief Medical Officer for the UK Department of Health. Sally and leading female research colleagues will lead a public debate entitled: Are Women Changing Science? (7pm) at the Institute of Contemporary Arts on 9th March. Ticketholders will receive a complimentary copy of the limited-edition print version of Suffrage Science.

Following the debate (from 9pm) leading women scientists will be awarded Suffrage Heirloom Jewellery and Textiles created by Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Design work will be on show in the ICA theatre throughout the reception.

For more information, please contact Brona McVittie.