Physics Comment Magazine March 2018 Issue Physics Comment March 2018_v1.3 | Page 35

DST Call for nominations for 2018 Women in Science Awards (WISA) The Department of Science and Technology (DST) calls for nominations for the 2018 South African Women in Science Awards (WISA). The awards recognise and reward excellence by women scientists and researchers, and profile them as role models for younger women. The awards will be made to women who are South African citizens or permanent residents. 2018 Theme: Leveraging Science, Technology and Innovation to Enhance Inclusive Growth and Development. This theme is adapted from the 2018 priority theme for the 6th BRICS science technology and innovation (STI) Ministerial meeting, which will be hosted by South Africa in July 2018. The 2018 WISA will be presented on 16 August 2018 as part of the Department's celebration of Women's Month. The due date for applications and nominations is 18 May 2018. Follow the link below for more info and how to apply http://saip.org.za/…/440-2018-woman-in-science-awards-call-… For more information contact Mr Thembinkosi Magasela at 012 843 6338 or [email protected] 35 | P a g e