‘Kindness is a true reflection of both courage and strength.’
CSHL’s Camila dos Santos studies how pregnancy shapes breast cancer risk—and works to make science more inclusive. Her research and spirit empower women.
#WomenAtCSHL #WomensHistoryMonth #BreastCancerResearch #WomensHealth
‘You need to find and believe in your own North Star before others will believe in you.’ ✨
Katie Raftery, VP of HR at CSHL, has spent over two decades leading, mentoring & inspiring others to navigate their careers with confidence.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenAtCSHL
Stephanie Franco, Programs Manager at CSHL, shares her advice for young women starting their careers: seek opportunities, build key skills, and stay true to your strengths.
This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrated some of the amazing #WomenAtCSHL who shape careers & inspire others.
‘Don’t wait for universal approval—just try it…’ 🚀
CSHL Assistant Professor Corina Amor Vegas, who pushes boundaries in her own research, shares her advice for young women starting their careers: take risks, test bold ideas, and embrace discovery.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenAtCSHL
Karen Orzel, VP of Development at CSHL, has spent 20 years introducing people to our campus, our scientists, and our mission. She makes science accessible, personal, and memorable.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenAtCSHL
‘Microscopy isn’t just about imaging—it’s about discovery, mentorship, & pushing scientific boundaries.’ 🔬
For Erika Wee, becoming Director of the Microscopy Shared Resource was a pivotal career moment—one that expanded her role from researcher to mentor.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenAtCSHL
Colleagues celebrating Leemor’s election to the National Academy of Sciences. From left to right: UCLA’s Anne Churchland, CSHL President Bruce Stillman, CSHL Director of Research Leemor Joshua-Tor, Former CSHL COO Dill Ayres, and Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna.
Leemor at CSHL’s first ever graduate program class wearing 3D glasses to look at 3D structures.
‘I feel as if I made a mark on the world & on our collective human knowledge.’ 🌍
CSHL Director of Research Leemor Joshua-Tor has spent decades making lasting discoveries & mentoring scientists.
This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate the #WomenAtCSHL driving discovery & innovation.
Monn and Alyson
‘Your career path may not be linear—embrace change & give it your all.’
Monn Monn Myat & Alyson Kass-Eisler, with 38 years of combined experience at CSHL, share advice for young women starting their careers. 💬 What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received? #WomenAtCSHL #WomensHistoryMonth
Hannah Meyer! #WomenAtCSHL
Left to right, Susan Hockfield and Sydney Gary
Susan Hockfield at CSHL 1990 Symposium on The Brain
‘The CSHL job will lead to who knows what, but it will certainly be interesting.’ Susan Hockfield’s advice to Sydney Gary shaped a decades-long career. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating the women of CSHL—past, present, & future.
💬 Who are the women who’ve inspired your career? #WomenAtCSHL
Honoring the life & legacy of Dr. Evelyn Witkin on what would have been her birthday. 🎂✨ A pioneer in DNA repair, her groundbreaking work at CSHL shaped modern genetics & earned her the Lasker Prize.
This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate the trailblazers who paved the way. #WomenAtCSHL
This #InternationalWomensDay, hear from Nobel laureate & STEM advocate Dr. Carol Greider: 'If you always have people that have the same view testing hypotheses, you’ll be stuck in your own bubble.'
👩🔬✨ #WomenAtCSHL #WomensHistoryMonth
🔗 Learn more: www.cshl.edu/carol-greide...
‘Stay curious, be persistent, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.’ 🔬💡
Irene Sanchez Martin, a postdoc in the Cheadle lab, shares her advice for those starting out in STEM. Learn more about her research in neuroscience & autism... #WomenAtCSHL #WomenAtCSHL #WomensHistoryMonth
