Lorena Jiménez

Since earning her degree in chemistry, Dr. Karen Manquián Cerda has specialized in soil chemistry, analyzing complex molecular interactions beneath the surface. Her current environmental research investigates how natural nanoparticles (NNPs) and industrial or engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) alter the bioavailability of heavy metals and essential nutrients in soil ecosystems. Ultimately, her goal is to translate this nanotechnology data into scalable solutions that improve agricultural sustainability and public health.

As part of the celebrations for International Women’s Day, the Science Up Consortium at the University of Santiago, Chile, held the event “Science in Perspective.” This activity, organized by the Women’s Leadership and Participation Group, brought together the university community to analyze the historical and current issues faced by women scientists and to discuss new strategies to promote their future development.

The Faculty of Chemistry and Biology and the Faculty of Science at the University of Santiago, Chile (Usach) have announced the inaugural winners of the Women Up R&D grant. This initiative is spearheaded by the Female Leadership and Participation Axis of the Science 2030 project, under the Science Up Consortium, to foster gender equity in high-level scientific research.

¿“Científicas” 2025: Highlighting Women in Science and Fostering STEM Diversity

On July 24, the Faculty of Chemistry and Biology at the University of Santiago, Chile, in partnership with the Science Up Consortium, inaugurated the 2025 edition of “Científicas.” This series of talks and experiences aims to highlight the role of women in science and promote vocations in STEM fields from a diversity perspective.

Lorena Jiménez
August 6