Women in Science: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future, Mirjana Rajilić Stojanović, PhD

Breaking Barriers, Shaping the Future: Inspiring Women in Science Share their Journeys and Insights on Driving Social Impact through ESG. In the second series of interviews, we spoke to famous Serbian scientist, Mirjana Rajilić Stojanović, PhD, Molecular Microbiologist and Associate Professor in Department of Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, who is sharing her study about intestinal microbiota and its effect on the many autoimmune diseases. Join us on an empowering journey as we delve into the lives of the most successful women in science, who have transformed the world with their outstanding discoveries. In this captivating series of video clips, these trailblazing scientists open up about their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and the strategies they employed to achieve remarkable success in their respective fields. From biochemical engineering to genetics, from biotechnology to biomedical, these exceptional women have left an indelible mark on the scientific landscape. Through their compelling narratives, they recount the most important moments that shaped their careers and the obstacles they overcame, providing valuable insights into how they navigated a historically male-dominated field. First part 00:37: How difficult was it for you to achieve success in science? What were the biggest challenges in your work? Second part 02:57: Do you and in what sense do you think there is a difference in the contribution of women to science, in a culture that is traditionally considered male? Third part 04:44: Would you encourage young female scientists to follow in your footsteps? Fourth part 06:35: In the broader context of the development of science, where do you see the place of Serbian women scientists in the world? Fifth part 08:01: Who were/are your biggest role models?