On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Delaware BioScience Association will host its annual Inspiring Women in STEM (IWSTEM) Conference at Deerfield Golf Club in Newark. Now in its 12th year, the conference has become a flagship event in the region, designed to empower, educate, and elevate women across all stages of their STEM journeys.
At its core, the IWSTEM program is about more than a single day of inspiring keynotes and panels—it’s about cultivating a movement that supports professional growth, celebrates innovation, and strengthens Delaware’s life sciences ecosystem. From college students exploring careers to executives driving global companies, the program connects people across generations and disciplines to ensure that women are not just participants in STEM but leaders shaping its f