--- title: WEST Wisdom (11) description: (11) --- [![Home](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/West%20August2017/Img/west%202016.jpg)](https://gwnew.memberclicks.net/home) # WEST Wisdom Blog ## [PICTURE A SCIENTIST Film Screening and Discussion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/picture-a-scientist) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Mar 26, 2021 3:28:40 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Picture%20a%20Scientist.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/picture-a-scientist) PICTURE A SCIENTIST is a feature-length documentary film chronicling the groundswell of researchers who are writing a new chapter for women scientists. A biologist, a chemist and a geologist lead viewers on a journey deep into their own experiences in the sciences, overcoming brutal harassment, institutional discrimination, and years of subtle slights to revolutionize the culture of science. From cramped laboratories to spectacular field stations, we also encounter scientific luminaries who provide new perspectives on how to make science itself more diverse, equitable, and open to all. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/picture-a-scientist) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/picture-a-scientist#comments-listing) Topics: [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Resilience](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/resilience), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Storytelling](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/storytelling), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [Corporate Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/corporate-culture), [Gender Parity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-parity), [Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equity) ## [Get to know the WESTorg team through their podcast recommendations](https://info.westorg.org/blog/podcasts1) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Mar 15, 2021 8:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-03%20Podcast%20Blog%20Pic%20-1.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/podcasts1) [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/podcasts1) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/podcasts1#comments-listing) Topics: [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Podcasts](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/podcasts) ## [Relaunching Your Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relaunching-your-career) Posted by [Rosie Torcivia](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/rosie-torcivia) on Mar 11, 2021 3:34:26 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-04-07%20Blog.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relaunching-your-career) Five years ago, we held a panel on launching or relaunching scientific careers after a career break, working in an unrelated field, or after a delayed start. We are bringing back the same panelists on 4/7 to talk about where they are now. This promises to be an excellent discussion about career progression, with each participant giving us a retrospective view of their career path choices, including comments on “what I wish I knew.” [Relaunching careers](https://www.westorg.org/2021-04-07-career-relaunching) in scientific research and biomedical engineering, moderated by Carol Fishman Cohen, will tell stories of women who took career breaks and achieved success. It is possible for women to return to work in scientific research, biotechnology, and engineering and thrive in these fields. This webinar is an opportunity for people to listen to inspirational stories from women and learn from their experiences. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relaunching-your-career) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relaunching-your-career#comments-listing) Topics: [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Transitions](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/transitions), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Success](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/success), [Job](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/job), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Insight](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/insight), [Values](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/values), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Self-Reflection](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-reflection), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg) ## [Join WEST on 3/10 to learn about communicating in times of uncertainty](https://info.westorg.org/blog/successfully-communicate) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Mar 9, 2021 8:45:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-03-10%20Flyer%20post.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/successfully-communicate) ***Communication**** **is the key to success in life, work and relationships***… especially in uncertain times, it will decide whether we win or fail navigating a crisis. And yet, often enough we face situations where our message turns into error, misunderstanding or frustration, simply because it was misinterpreted or maybe poorly delivered. And we’re left off with a feeling of being lost in translation. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/successfully-communicate) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/successfully-communicate#comments-listing) Topics: [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Success](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/success), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg) ## [Thriving through Career Transitions](https://info.westorg.org/blog/thriving-through-career-transitions) Posted by [Jaime Luna](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jaime-luna) on Feb 5, 2021 12:32:45 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-02-22%20Blog.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/thriving-through-career-transitions) Change is constant in the industry, so it is necessary to be constantly thinking about your development. Are you facing a career transition or considering your next career move? Are you in a role that is no longer a good fit for you? Are you feeling stagnant in a role with no clear path for growth, but afraid to take the leap? Are you challenged by how best to present yourself in virtual interviews? Or, have you just been laid off, and worried about how to begin a new job hunt in the current remote work environment? You are not alone.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/thriving-through-career-transitions) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/thriving-through-career-transitions#comments-listing) Topics: [Transitions](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/transitions), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Success](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/success), [Job](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/job), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Hiring](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/hiring) ## [Organizational Change to Achieve Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/organizational-change-to-achieve-equity) Posted by [Rosie Torcivia](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/rosie-torcivia) on Feb 1, 2021 8:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Organizational%20Goals.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/organizational-change-to-achieve-equity) We all have the power to create change, and there is more we can accomplish together than on our own. Together, we can push for organizational change that will echo through all levels of the systems that were created on a foundation of inequality. WEST is hosting Organizational Change to Achieve Equity with YW Boston on 2/18 to demonstrate to the WEST community how we can use our positions to create organizational change. Sheera Bornstein, Director of Partnerships at YW Boston, will be facilitating this workshop. She works to improve workplace inclusivity, and is passionate about social justice and antiracism work. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/organizational-change-to-achieve-equity) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/organizational-change-to-achieve-equity#comments-listing) Topics: [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equity), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity), [Organizational Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/organizational-change) ## [In the beginning was the Relationship](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relationships-communication-impact) Posted by [Chiara Maffei](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/chiara-maffei) on Jan 22, 2021 1:30:57 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-01-25%20Image-1.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relationships-communication-impact) Facebook, Whatsapp, Slack, Zoom, Teams, Instagram, emails, and all the other communication systems that I am forgetting to list right now. In today’s world we constantly communicate with others. The question is: do we actually connect with them? And, what does it mean to connect with others? For Kemi Sorinmade -leadership trainer, coach, and owner of the *Growth Studio*- to connect means to be able to build a common ground and to be *on* *the same page* with your audience. This building process might often need some time and effort: if we want to connect, we need to take an extra step in exploring the other person’s world. In this exploration, we need to bring with us curiosity, interest, and empathy. These tools will help us unlock a safe common space, in which we will be willing to share, trust, and open up with each other. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relationships-communication-impact) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/relationships-communication-impact#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Learn](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/learn), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg) ## [Senior Leader Interview - Jo Viney](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-jo-viney) Posted by [Shreosi Ghosh](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/shreosi-ghosh) on Jan 15, 2021 4:05:11 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Senior%20Leader%20Interview%20w%20Jo%20Viney.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-jo-viney) Jo Viney is the President, Co-founder, and Chief Scientific Officer of Pandion Therapeutics. She is a prominent figure in the field of autoimmunity, and a past board member of WEST. She served as the WEST board’s president from 2016 - 2017, and she continues her affiliation with our organization as an active “Friend of WEST” sponsor. She is no stranger when it comes to supporting and inspiring women in the field of STEM. I recently sat down with Jo (virtually), where we talked about her journey. Her smile was infectious, and her journey struck a chord with me. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-jo-viney) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-jo-viney#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Transitions](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/transitions), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Giving Back](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/giving-back), [Interview](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interview), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Member Spotlight](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/member-spotlight), [Biotech](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/biotech), [Rockstars](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/rockstars), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Role Models](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/role-models), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Mentor](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/mentor), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg) ## [Career Possibilities: Navigating a Nonlinear Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-navigating-a-nonlinear-career-path) Posted by [Rosie Torcivia](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/rosie-torcivia) on Jan 11, 2021 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-01-20-1.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-navigating-a-nonlinear-career-path) WEST is kicking off its Career Possibilities Series with New Commercial Strategy, Product Planning, and Marketing on 1/20. There will be many topics discussed during the series. In a world where career structures are rapidly evolving, people in the workforce need to have the mindset to be prepared for what their careers could look like. This event series was created to prepare early and mid-career people for the future and give them the tools to be successful. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-navigating-a-nonlinear-career-path) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-navigating-a-nonlinear-career-path#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Interactive](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/interactive), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg) ## [Senior Leader Interview - Dr. Irene Ghobrial](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-irene-ghobrial) Posted by [Rosalina Torcivia](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/rosalina-torcivia) on Dec 10, 2020 5:04:59 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Irene%20Ghobrial.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/interview-irene-ghobrial) Dr. Irene Ghobrial is a Professor of Medicine at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at Harvard Medical School. She is also the Lavine Family Chair of Preventative Cancer Therapies. Dr. Ghobrial received her M.D. from Cairo University in 1995. She trained as a medical oncology fellow and became an Instructor in Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota from 2001 to 2005. 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