Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire helped develop the COVID-19 vaccine. As a viral immunologist, her research on mRNA technology helped create a vaccine that saved millions of lives. Why it matters: Progress in science is driven by diverse leadership. More:➡️ buff.ly/32oh4F0

Dr. Huda Zoghbi, from pediatrician to renowned geneticist, has dedicated her career to uncovering neurodevelopmental disorder causes, revolutionizing brain science understanding. Her work advances insights into autism, Alzheimer’s, and more. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/Et6O4lq

On #InternationalWomensDay, we honor Dr. Fe del Mundo, a visionary pediatrician who revolutionized child healthcare in the Philippines. Her innovations, like the bamboo incubator, brought lifesaving care to remote communities. See more: ➡️ buff.ly/o8r2JN9 #WomenInSTEM

Dr. Patricia Bath was a pioneering ophthalmologist who revolutionized eye care and fought to eliminate preventable blindness. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/a7ozMxW

Dr. Arline Geronimus pioneered the 'weathering hypothesis' explaining how social inequality affects health. Her research revealed how chronic stress from discrimination accelerates aging in marginalized populations, transforming public health understanding.

Dr. Harriet B. Nembhard is transforming industrial engineering and healthcare systems. As the first Black woman to lead Oregon State University's College of Engineering, her pioneering work on healthcare delivery models has improved patient outcomes nationwide.

Dr. Lydia Villa-Komaroff made history as one of the first Mexican-American women to earn a PhD in science. Her groundbreaking research led to the successful production of insulin from bacteria, revolutionizing diabetes treatment for millions worldwide.

Dr. Ana Maria Porras is breaking barriers in biomedical engineering through her innovative research on gut microbiomes and global health technologies. Her work creates accessible solutions for communities facing health disparities worldwide.

Dr. Dr. Mona identified warning signs in Flint, Michigan, & exposed the lead contamination crisis, prompting action to safeguard thousands of children. Why it matters: Public health relies on truth-tellers. Listen via @npr: ➡️ buff.ly/XOzZNAE #sfbuild #whm2025 #whm

.Camara Jones challenges the world to see racism as a #publichealth issue. Her research & advocacy push for policies that ensure all communities—especially #BIPOC—have access to fair and just healthcare. Read more: ➡️buff.ly/IICZe5p #WomensHistoryMonth #Sfbuild #socent

Dr. Helen Rodríguez-Trías exposed the forced sterilization of Puerto Rican women, leading to reforms for reproductive freedom, ensuring women could control their bodies. Why it matters: The fight for reproductive justice continues today. Read more: ➡️ buff.ly/3QP4QQP

Dr. Vanessa Gamble, the first Black woman to chair the NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health, advocates for Black voices in public health policy. Why it matters: Representation in medicine leads to better care for all. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/3Qtnkpq #WHM #sfbuild

Dr. Joycelyn Elders, the first Black U.S. Surgeon General, championed public health, emphasizing sexual health education, equity, and healthcare access for all. Why it matters: Public health is a right, not a privilege. Learn more: ➡️buff.ly/BG9ZcQ1

Dr. Marilyn Hughes Gaston, the first Black woman to lead the U.S. Public Health Service Bureau of Primary Health Care, transformed sickle cell care for underserved communities. Matters: Representation in healthcare improves outcomes for all. More: ➡️ buff.ly/CmapdZM

.@MariaRessa made history as the first Filipina to win the Nobel Peace Prize for her fight against authoritarianism and fake news. She warns: "Without facts, you can't have truth. Without truth, you can't have trust." Learn more: ➡ buff.ly/r4nSKHX #womenshistorymonth

Dr. Monica Webb Hooper believes in science that listens. Her research includes the voices of communities most impacted by health disparities—because solutions are more durable with community input. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/TJU9EtP #WomensHistoryMonth #sfbuild

Dr. Maria Elena Bottazzi co-created Corbevax, a low-cost, patent-free COVID-19 vaccine for low-income countries, focusing on impact over profit. Why it matters: She demonstrated that science can prioritize humanity. More: ➡️ buff.ly/j7nBZXw #WomensHistoryMonth

Dr. Rosalyn LaPier, a scientist and storyteller, champions the preservation of sacred lands, languages, and Indigenous wisdom. Her mission ties ecological justice to cultural endurance. Discover more: ➡️ buff.ly/jRh9xC0 #sfbuild #womenshistorymonth #whm25 #socent

Malala Yousafzai champions girls' education and equality globally, linking human rights with young women's empowerment. This is crucial as education empowers future generations to drive change. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/RlHSXnx

Dr. Lori Arviso Alvord, a physician and storyteller, blends Indigenous healing with Western medicine to connect healthcare with cultural preservation, emphasizing the importance of honoring traditions that sustain communities. Learn more: ➡️ buff.ly/PhTb66w