Who are we?
Scientists without Labels is a non-for-profit initiative with the goal to broaden the visibility of underrepresented groups within the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM).
The lack of visible role models from a diverse background is a contributing factor for young people to decide against a career in STEMM or for talented scientists to drop out of these fields. This matters as studies show diversity in science is important to adequately address the complex problems of our society. Additionally, there is compelling evidence that diverse teams are more creative, innovative and effective.
The aim of Scientists without Labels is to provide a platform to showcase the diverse backgrounds and career paths of emerging scientists* as well as established role models in the STEMM community.
Through the power of storytelling, we strive to share the stories of incredible individuals who break the stereotype of what it means to be a scientist. By collecting these stories and sharing them through social media, we hope to bring the diverse voices of science to the forefront.
*We define scientist as anyone who has studied and/or works in the fields of STEMM!
The lack of visible role models from a diverse background is a contributing factor for young people to decide against a career in STEMM or for talented scientists to drop out of these fields. This matters as studies show diversity in science is important to adequately address the complex problems of our society. Additionally, there is compelling evidence that diverse teams are more creative, innovative and effective.
The aim of Scientists without Labels is to provide a platform to showcase the diverse backgrounds and career paths of emerging scientists* as well as established role models in the STEMM community.
Through the power of storytelling, we strive to share the stories of incredible individuals who break the stereotype of what it means to be a scientist. By collecting these stories and sharing them through social media, we hope to bring the diverse voices of science to the forefront.
*We define scientist as anyone who has studied and/or works in the fields of STEMM!
The team
Dr Amy ChenAmy NY Chen has a PhD in behavioural pharmacology and experience working in education, academic research and science communication. She is passionate about diversity and inclusion in science. Born in Malaysia and raised in Taiwan, the US and Australia, Amy believes that diversity in gender identity, race and culture in the science community is crucial and wants to empower people around the world to pursue their dreams. In her down time, Amy can often be found sewing and has a particular obsession with learning about the history of food.
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Dr Manuela JörgManuela Jörg is a medicinal chemist with a non-traditional academic career path. She first completed an apprenticeship as a chemical lab technician and worked in industry before she started her academic career. Her passion in life is to make a difference to society and support individuals to fulfil their potential regardless of their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background. In the course of her career, she had the privilege of working in different countries around the world (Switzerland, Germany, United States, Singapore and Australia), and values the exposure to different languages and cultures. An adventurer at heart, Manuela is up for anything sporty and outside the box.
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Dr Shaz SivanesanSivashangarie (Shaz) Sivanesan completed her PhD in antimicrobial resistance and aspires to make meaningful contributions to science, health education and sustainability. Raised in an immigrant family and the first in her family to enter tertiary education, Shaz believes that education is the greatest equaliser in society. As a result, she firmly believes that to progress society everyone should be given equal access to opportunities. She is passionate about science communication and upcycling old plastic into fashionable earrings!
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