Michela Bassolino Honored with Nomination to the International AcademiaNet Platform

Professor Michela Bassolino from the School of Health Sciences/The Sense has recently been selected by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) to join AcademiaNet, a prestigious European database that features the most influential female researchers in their respective fields. This nomination, made without an application on her part, highlights Michela Bassolino’s expertise, leadership in research, and commitment to advancing health sciences. This distinction aligns with AcademiaNet’s mission to increase visibility for female researchers and promote their access to leadership roles in science.

AcademiaNet: An International Network for Visibility and Equality

Launched in 2010 by the Robert Bosch Foundation in Stuttgart, AcademiaNet was managed in collaboration with scientific publisher Spektrum der Wissenschaft until 2018. In January 2020, the SNSF assumed management of the platform for a five-year period, continuing its partnership with Spektrum der Wissenschaft, with ongoing financial support from the Robert Bosch Foundation. The portal now includes profiles of over 2,800 distinguished female researchers from across Europe. By enhancing their visibility, AcademiaNet actively supports women’s roles in scientific and academic leadership, facilitates their participation as speakers at specialized conferences, and makes them more accessible to journalists as expert sources.

Michela Bassolino: A Reference for HEdS and Beyond

Michela Bassolino’s nomination is a testament to her outstanding contributions and her impact on health research. It also highlights HEdS's commitment to academic excellence and support for female scientists. Through this nomination, Michela Bassolino joins an elite network and serves as an ambassador for HEdS’s expertise, promoting both the institution and the critical importance of women’s visibility in science on a global scale.