On 2 March, 15 women post-doctoral researchers – three from each continent - will be presented with the UNESCO- L’Oreal International Fellowships for Women in Science.

UNESCO said that the 2011 For Women in Science International Fellows will each receive up to US$40,000 over two years to help them pursue research outside their countries of origin.

For the past 13 years, the L’Oreal Corporate Foundation and UNESCO have sought to recognise women scientists who, through the scope of their work, have contributed to overcoming the global challenges of tomorrow. Each year, the For Women in Science Programme highlights scientific excellence and encourages talent.