Erin Johnson

February 2, 2021 Program

Erin Johnson, Chip and Leigh Johnson’s daughter, Zoomed with us from Trieste Italy where she works for OWSD an Oganization for Women in Science in the Developing World.  This organization was founded in 1983. Erin has her undergraduate degree in microbiology and a Masters’ Degree in International Affairs. 

Erin stated that there is a negative stereotype about women and their abilities to do well in STEM areas, especially in developing countries.  OWSD is an international organization that provides research training, career development and networking opportunities for women scientists throughout the developing world at different stages in their career.  They provide early career fellowships and PHD fellowships to women in the STEM fields.  Erin loves what she does.