Trailblazing Women Astronomers - Breaking Barriers in Modern Astronomy

Explore the groundbreaking achievements of women astronomers in this engaging panel discussion featuring astronomer and book editor David Weintraub, and renowned astronomers Hiranya Peiris and Carole Mundell. Delve into the autobiographical essays of trailblazing women who shattered barriers and revolutionized modern astronomy. Discover the historical voices of a transformative era in astronomy and gain inspiration for current and future generations of women scientists. Learn about the panelists' personal journeys into astronomy, the thrill of scientific discoveries, and the importance of role models in scientific careers. Examine the ongoing challenges of gender inequality in physics and astronomy. Gain insights into cutting-edge research, including contributions to black hole science, decade-long sky surveys, and the integration of scientific methods into policy-making.

Introduction to the speakers
Carole's introduction to astronomy
Hiranya's introduction to astronomy
The excitement of scientific discoveries
Role models throughout a scientific career
Discussing gender inequality in physics
Contributions of the Oskar Klein Centre
Developing black hole science
The decade-long survey of the southern sky
Tracking rapid changes in the sky
Integrating the scientific method into policy