According to United Nations data, less than 30% of researchers are women, indicating a significant diversity gap in knowledge generation in academia. On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we speak to Dr. Cheah Phaik Yeong, Professor of Global Health on why more women are needed in research and the importance of bioethics and engagement in healthcare sciences.

<p>According to United Nations data, less than 30% of researchers are women, indicating a significant diversity gap in knowledge generation in academia. On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we speak to Dr. Cheah Phaik Yeong, Professor of Global Health on why more women are needed in research and the importance of bioethics and engagement in healthcare sciences.</p>

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