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In 2006 I wrote two Opinion pieces based on interviews with senior women scientists. Since then, there have been significant gains for women. However, there is no room for complacency, and all scientists need to work together to achieve true gender equality.

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The author is most grateful to A.-M. Coriat and R. Blake for providing information about Wellcome funding.

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