International Women's Day lectures

Professor Sargent, a past President of the American Astronomical Society and an advisor to the White House, delivers the 2015 International Women's Day lecture, entitled Make it Happen: Women into Science Professor Sargent draws from her own experiences to discuss the challenges many women may face when entering a career in science. Recorded on 6 March 2015 at the University of Edinburgh's Michael Swann Lecture Theatre.

Olympic gold medallist Katherine Grainger presents the 2014 International Women's Day Lecture. Ms Grainger, who took up rowing as a student at Edinburgh, won gold in the Double Sculls at the London Olympics in 2012. Louise Martin, Vice Chair of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, also speaks. Recorded on 8 March 2014 at the University of Edinburgh's McEwan Hall.

The 2013 International Women's Day lecture is by Professor Lesley Yellowlees, University Vice Principal and President of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Professor Yellowlees tells of the culture change needed to retain talented female scientists. Recorded on Friday 8 March 2013 at the Michael Swann Lecture Theatre, the University of Edinburgh.

The 2012 International Women's Day lecture is by bestselling novelist and University of Edinburgh alumnus Dr Philippa Gregory. Dr Gregory takes an amusing look at the challenges women may face in their life and career. The lecture was chaired by theatre critic of The Scotsman, Joyce McMillan. Recorded on 8 March 2012.

The 2011 International Women's Day lecture is presented by Dr Irene Khan, International Human Rights expert and former Secretary General, Amnesty International. Dr Khan considers gender equality and women's empowerment. The lecture is chaired by the journalist and broadcaster, Sheena McDonald.