2026-27 Duke Society for Women in Science lunch series
Founded in Fall 2004 by tenured faculty in the natural sciences, SWS at Duke University has grown into a vibrant community that supports and celebrates women scientists across all STEM disciplines — including, but not limited to, natural sciences, mathematical sciences, medical sciences, and engineering. We promote fellowship and scientific connections among women scientists from all career stages — undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, staff, and faculty. Our events are inclusive — all scientists and allies are welcome!
When & Where
12:30 - 1:30 pm in Gross Hall 330, Ahmadieh Family Grand Hall
12:30 pm – arrive, pick up lunch
12:45 – 1:15 pm – broad-audience lecture
1:15 – 1:30 pm – informal chat and mingle!
Distinguished Lecture & Lunch Schedule
Fall 2026
- September 18, 2026 - Haiyan Gao (Physics) Robert C. Richardson Distinguished Professor
- October 16, 2026 - Xiaoyue Ni (Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science) Assistant Professor of MEMS
- November 20, 2026 - Susan Roger (Computer Science) Professor of the Practice of Computer Science
Spring 2027
- January 29, 2027 - Xiuyuan Cheng (Math) Professor of Mathematics
- February 26, 2027 - Marcy Uyenoyama (Biology) Professor of Biology
- March 26, 2027 - Phia S. Salter (Psychology and Neuroscience) Fred W. Schaffer Associate Professor
Join us on these dates from 12:30pm-1:30pm in Gross Hall 330, the Ahmadieh Family Grand Hall.
To learn more, visit the Society for Women in Science website.