The "Women Scientists Scheme (WOS)" has been initiated by the DST to support women scientists in the age group of 30-50 years who are willing to return to the mainstream of Science. Under this scheme women scientists are being encouraged to pursue research in frontier of science and engineering or to take up S&T based internships followed by self-employment. Three categories of scholarships with research grants are available for Indian citizens.

As an information, service and coordination centre with international orientation, CEWS contributes to implementing equal opportunities for women in science and research. It is a national coordination, information and counselling point for scientific and political establishments, institutions, female scientists and enterprises

The Max-Planck-Society set up 1990 a Working Committee for the career advancement of women in Science

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is constantly looking at recruiting outstanding women scientists, particularly those with an interest in industrial applications, as a means of benefiting from the unique qualities of the "added feminine dimension" that they bring to the working environment.

Women in Science are still too often confronted with gender bias and unequal shares of family responsibilities – "Next Wave" compiled an index of articles written for the specific needs of women scientists. What is more the website outlines various initiatives to reduce gender inequalities in European countries, training schemes and the latest reports and surveys of the situation of women scientists in Europe.

Please find here more about women scientists' participation in FP6 and funding opportunities. Indian women scientists are especially welcome for evaluation and monitoring of projects.

You are planning a research stay in Germany and would like to find out what offers and information exist especially for women scientists and scholars?