Prof. Ewurama Addy
As the world celebrates International Day for Women and Girls in Science, we honour Professor Ewurama Addy, FGA, a pioneer whose commitment to scientific research, teaching, and mentoring changed the face of STEM in Ghana, as the globe commemorates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Generations of young women seeking professions in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are still motivated by her contributions to biochemistry, public involvement, and support for women in science.
Prof. Addy was a renowned molecular biologist and biochemist who made important contributions to biomedical research and enzymology. She was instrumental in influencing scientific discourse, coaching up-and-coming researchers, and promoting the prominence of women in science as a Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS). Her presence at GAAS reinforced the Academy’s commitment to excellence, equity, and the dissemination of scientific knowledge for national development.
Beyond her work in academics and research, Prof. Addy’s role as presenter of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) made her a national celebrity. She made science engaging and approachable for children across by bringing enthusiasm, expertise, and kindness to the competition. Her appearance on the program inspired more girls to see themselves as future scientists, inventors, and leaders in STEM disciplines in addition to fostering a culture of scientific curiosity.
Her legacy serves as a potent reminder of the value of mentoring, representation, and ongoing funding for STEM education. GAAS and the larger scientific community honour her exceptional accomplishments on this International Day of Women and Girls in research, which have opened the path for many women to succeed in research.
In light of her influence, we recommit to encouraging young girls to pursue STEM fields, promoting gender parity in science, and making sure that the next generation of female scientists gets the tools and chances they need to succeed.
The impact of Professor Ewurama Addy endures in the minds she influenced, the boundaries she dismantled, and the scientific direction she helped to mould.
