For many years, women have faced significant challenges in securing their place in science, paving the way for more to pursue this calling today. DEMI is proud to be part of this effort, fostering an inclusive environment and encouraging more women to pursue careers in science and technology. Together, we build a fairer future filled with opportunities in science.
Professor Ana Teresa Gabriel is the youngest professor and researcher at UNIDEMI – the Research and Development Unit in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering – at NOVA FCT. Her days are divided between her passion for teaching and research and the challenge of being a mother and a woman.
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Ana Teresa Gabriel spoke with SIC Notícias to discuss the challenges women still face and the fundamental role they play in engineering.