2024 FLS Anne McLaren Lecture celebrating Women in Science

Anne McLaren was a prominent scientist in the field of stem-cell research. In the 1950s, she made a groundbreaking achievement by carrying out the first-ever IVF birth using mice. Her pioneering work laid the foundation for the development of human in vitro fertilisation.

Later, she played a significant role in shaping public policy around IVF as a member of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority. Anne received numerous accolades for her remarkable contributions to science, and she made history by becoming the first female Officer of the Royal Society, serving as the Foreign Secretary and Vice President.

The lecture will be given by Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu, University College London, who will speak on the design, synthesis and construction of nanotechnologies and nanoenabled medicine candidates and their translation into human medicines. This research is aimed at addressing significant unmet medical need.

The lecture will be followed by a reception from 5 to 7 pm in the South Cloisters, Wilkins Building. Everyone is welcome to come along and meet Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu.

We look forward to welcoming you!