As Women’s History Month draws to a close at the end of this month and we celebrate the inspiring women around the world, one of our consultants, Priyashree reflects a little closer to home. Growing up within a female-led household, I’ve always been inspired by my mother and three older sisters, in particular for their ability to persevere, fearlessly navigate life with positivity and for their selfless kindness. Learning from this close-knit team of strong women, I was inspired to choose a career path where I could play a role in positively impacting public healthcare. This led me to study biology and chemistry at school and later on Biochemistry at university, all culminating with a career in healthcare regulation and market access. At university, I was thrilled to not only dive into key scientific concepts, but also learn about the inspiring women in science that came before us, namely Rosalind Franklin, best known for her role in the discovery of the structure of DNA, and for her pioneering use of X-ray diffraction, whilst at King’s College London. Her work paved the way for Watson and Crick to suggest the structure of DNA - a double-helix polymer, a spiral consisting of two DNA strands wound around each other. Her contribution to this discovery showcases the importance of perseverance, inspired me to learn more about molecular genetics at university and today inspires me to keep up to date on scientific advancements. There has been a consistent strand woven through my academic, professional and personal life - I’ve been very fortunate to be surrounded by extremely talented, inclusive and resilient women. Every day I’m still in awe of their ability to inspire, raise those around them and continuously bring their best self to every element of their life. IPG Health #WHMonth2024
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