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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, born on 23 March 1953 in Bangalore, Karnataka state, is an Indian billionaire entrepreneur and a pioneer in the field of biotechnology. She is the executive chairperson and founder of Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited, a biotechnology company based in Bangalore, India.
Chieko Asakawa (born 1958) is a blind Japanese computer scientist, renowned for her groundbreaking work in accessibility at IBM Research – Tokyo. Her contributions to the field of technology have significantly improved the lives of individuals with visual impairments, making her a pioneering figure in the realm of accessibility.
Yi So-yeon, the first Korean to venture into space, made history with her space journey in 2008. Raised in Gwangju, South Korea, Yi’s passion for science and space led her to excel in her studies and pursue a career in mechanics. Her historic achievement has not only expanded our knowledge of space but also inspired future generations of South Korean astronauts.
Jemma Redmond was an Irish biotechnology pioneer and co-founder of Ourobotics, a 3D bio-printing firm. Her groundbreaking work in 3D bio-printing and keeping living cells alive while printed established her as a leading figure in Irish science and technology. Despite her untimely passing, Redmond’s legacy as one of Ireland’s brightest scientific minds lives on, inspiring future innovators in biotechnology and regenerative medicine.