9 Inspiring Women in the Field of Life Sciences
Women’s Day sparks a wave of celebration—flashy retail discounts, overflowing social media tributes, and corporate recognitions of their female achievers. As the sun sets, it’s yet another day, leaving behind a stark contrast between what women bring to the table and everyday reality.
So, let us ask ourselves this International Women’s Month—Why limit admiration and acknowledgement of women’s invaluable contributions to just one day? From employee desks to CEO chairs, women have been at the forefront—spearheading innovation, leading teams, and challenging the status quo. Breaking the systematic barriers and unconscious biases, they continue to shape an innovation-driven space. Isn’t it time we move beyond symbolic gestures and foster a culture of lasting appreciation?
“Women aren’t just part of the narrative—they’re rewriting it. They’re wired to think differently and lead the way. It’s time we celebrate them forever. I’m excited to share our list of women achievers across fields all through the year. We’re thrilled to partner with ClairLabs in bringing to you the list of inspiring women in the field of Life Sciences.”
– Prabhanjan Deshpande
Founder and CEO, The Higher Pitch
TechEela and ClairLabs bring to you ‘Beyond 8’, celebrating the remarkable women redefining the landscape of life sciences. These women are not just driving innovation—they are shaping the future of healthcare, research, and technology with resilience, intelligence, and purpose. Set out to rewrite the leadership norms, these stellar personalities are transforming life sciences with their innovative ideas and cutting-edge technology adoptions.
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“Innovation thrives when diverse voices lead the way. It’s time to move beyond symbolic gestures and celebrate the unwavering drive of women reshaping the future of life sciences.”
– Chandra Ambadipudi
Founder and CEO, ClairLabs
Join us as we spotlight the inspiring women trailblazers who continue to push boundaries, proving that women in lifesciences don’t just participate—they pioneer.
Beyond 8: The Women Who Are Changing Lives in Life Sciences
Featuring
Suneeta Reddy
Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals
Pooja Chatrath
Chief Information Officer, Oncquest Laboratories Ltd.
Lynelle Hoch
President, Cell Therapy Organization, Bristo Myers Squibb
Vidhi Shanghvi
Vice-President, Sun Pharmaceuticals
Alice Zhang
CEO & Co-founder, Verge Genomics
Melanie Bennett Brewer
Research and Strategy Director, IQVIA
Angela Hwang
CEO, Metaphore Technologies
Reshma Kewalramani
CEO & President, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Belén Garijo
CEO & Chair of Executive Board, Merck Group
