[Música] Bom, queria começar dizendo que eu tô muito feliz de estar aqui nesse evento, porque é muito legal ver gente de tantas origens diferentes, idades diferentes, eh, discutindo um tema comum que é salvar a Amazônia, salvar a biodiversidade da Amazônia e os povos da Amazônia. A a biodiversidade representa todos os seres vivos do nosso planeta. Isso inclui animais, plantas, microrganismos e nós, seres humanos.A biodiversidade é responsável pela manutenção do nosso planeta habitável através de serviços ec ...

Gender Inequality in Science - The stereotype of a scientist is often a middle-aged man with a white coat and glasses, but this doesn't reflect the diversity within the field [3][4] - In 2018, women represented approximately 33% of the total number of researchers in the European Union, indicating a minority representation [10] - Women are underrepresented in leadership positions in science, hindering their career progression and access to funding [12][13] - A significant number of scientists have experienced gender-based violence [13] - Despite higher graduation rates among women in Portugal, this does not translate into equal career progression in science [14][15] - Women receive less funding than men due to biases in curriculum evaluation [16] - Societal norms, stereotypes, lack of role models, and the impact of motherhood contribute to the underrepresentation of women in science [18][19][20] Importance of Diversity in Science - Science needs diverse voices, including men, women, and those who don't fit into labels, to foster innovation and a culture that values diversity [21][28] - Collaboration, networking, and respecting ideas are crucial for scientific advancement, regardless of gender, origin, or appearance [28][29] Gender Differences in Disease and Treatment - Gender has a significant impact on how diseases manifest, develop, and are treated [22] - Cancer incidence varies between sexes, with breast cancer being more prevalent in women and prostate cancer in men [23] - Mortality rates are higher in men, highlighting the need for targeted therapies and personalized medicine [24] - Targeted therapies, such as monoclonal antibodies and peptides, aim to eliminate tumor cells while minimizing side effects [25][26]

Key Takeaways - The speaker emphasizes the importance of science in transforming lives and advocates for inclusion and female activism in science [1] - The speaker's purpose is to bring science to the people and people to science, promoting dignity through scientific knowledge [2] - The speaker's curiosity about the natural world, particularly the night sky, was sparked in childhood [3][8] - A pivotal moment occurred when the speaker, at age 8, questioned why stars didn't have names, leading to an interest in astronomy [9][10] - Access to a computer with Google at age 13 allowed the speaker to research astronomy and discover a passion for the field [11][12][13][14][15] Career and Achievements - The speaker is the first analog astronaut in Ceará, Brazil, having trained in simulated astronaut conditions [18] - The speaker is involved in asteroid hunting and mentoring, with over 20 asteroids discovered through the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC) [19] - The speaker is an ambassador for the popularization of science for the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI) [20] - The speaker is an ex-olympic student and now an ambassador for a platform preparing students for science olympiads [20][22] - The speaker mentors astronomy students in the Gallas Stre project, contributing to the detection of over 2000 galaxies [26] Social Impact - The speaker emphasizes the importance of encouraging female participation in science and leadership roles [29] - The speaker is part of Força Meninas, reaching over 75,000 children across Brazil [30] - The speaker advocates for changing what cannot be accepted, aligning with a feminist perspective [32]