Ascent: Women, Science and Change

Can women scientists have it all? Can atmospheric science benefit from equality in the workplace? The ASCENT Documentary film reveals the truth. Presented with traditional obstacles in the field and life's demands, female atmospheric scientists face a unique challenge to advance their careers. Atmospheric Science Collaborations and Enriching NeTworks (ASCENT) is an NSF/Desert Research Institute-funded program, conceived by Nobel Prize-winning scientist Dr, Linnea Avallone, Dr. Gannet Hallar and Ms. Laura Edwards. Developed by women scientists for women scientists the 3-year program has provided nearly 100 female scientists with mentorship, support, and inspiration. Through personal stories and on-site interviews. the documentary film reveals the personal and professional benefits of female enrichment for the advancement of science.