Three outstanding women researchers were recently awarded the inaugural Sony Women in Technology Award, in collaboration with Nature, for their technology-driven research projects. Kiana Aran (UC San Diego) – for biosensors that can detect genetic and viral diseases, Amanda Randles (Duke University) – for digital twin technology in medical care, and Yating Wan (KAUST, Saudi Arabia) – for energy-efficient data communication using silicon photonics. A special honorable mention went to Jiawen Li (University of Adelaide) for her development of a hair-thin endoscope.
Although gender-specific awards are sometimes criticized, they are essential to address structural inequality in recognition and funding. These awards not only support individual careers, but also promote diversity, creativity, and impact in science and technology.
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