Stories by Jane Zelikova

Jane Zelikova is an ecologist interested in the impacts of environmental change on natural and managed ecosystems. Her interests are broad and include tropical biogeochemistry, as well as the effects of climate change on organisms big and small. She combines a strong emphasis on research with an interest in science communication and outreach, thinking about ways to expand the role of science in tackling global issues. She is the co-founder of 500 Women Scientists. Follow her on Twitter @j_zelikova.

Climate Change

A New Kind of Climate Leadership

Climate change is an opportunity to envision a new world—but in whose image?

September 23, 2019 — Jane Zelikova and Giana Amador

Policy

Abortion Bans Based on So-Called “Science” Are Fraudulent

Our silence in the face of new anti-choice laws across the U.S. is deafening

August 21, 2019 — Nicole M. Baran, Gretchen Goldman and Jane Zelikova

Policy

Infertility and the Leaky Pipeline

Difficulty in conceiving a baby should not be allowed to wreck a woman’s scientific career

March 8, 2019 — Catherine Wagner, Wendy Bohon, Elizabeth McCullagh, Tania Kim, Jane Zelikova, Gretchen Goldman, Jessica Metcalf and Rachel Gallery

Policy

Scientists Must Speak Up for the Green New Deal

The resolution’s focus on climate and social justice highlights the central challenges—and opportunities—of our time

February 25, 2019 — The 500 Women Scientists Leadership, Jewel Lipps, Jane Zelikova, Gretchen Goldman, Julia Bradley-Cook, Susan J. Cheng and Charise Johnson

Policy

It's Time for Science and Academia to Address Sexual Misconduct

Almost every woman in science has either personally experienced or knows someone who has experienced sexual harassment, racism or assault

December 12, 2017 — Rukmani Vijayaraghavan, Kristy L. Duran, Kelly Ramirez, Jane Zelikova, Emily Lescak and 500 Women Scientists

Policy

We Are Never Just Scientists

The gender and racial gaps in scientific professions illustrate the need for greater inclusion at all levels

March 8, 2017 — Krista Bywater, Kristy L. Duran, Rukmani Vijayaraghavan, Claire Horner-Devine, Kelly Ramirez and Jane Zelikova