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Dr Dilani Samarawickrema Lokuhetty joined the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in 2023 to lead the World Health Organization (WHO) Classification of Tumours programme. This series (also known as the WHO Blue Books) is arguably the most important publication in cancer research and treatment. It is regarded as the gold standard for the diagnosis of tumours and is used by pathologists the world over.
In a new video to mark International Women’s Day 2025, Dr Lokuhetty shares insights learned during her career, her view of the current status of women in scientific fields, and the woman from history or the present that she would most like to meet, and why.
IARC and WHO are also marking International Women’s Day with internal events. This year, the United Nations theme for International Women’s Day is “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment”. WHO has adopted the theme “Power of Resilience – Promoting a Resilient, Respectful and Empowering Workplace”.
