More than 130,000 years ago, Earth experienced a surge in atmospheric carbon dioxide driven by a shift in Southern Hemisphere ocean circulation and wind patterns. This warming event drove global temperatures above modern levels—offering critical climate insights that could unlock more accurate models for future climate change forecasting.
The L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Award highlights the scientific and technological contributions of women globally. Historically, the award has recognized three Chilean women: Gloria Montenegro (1998), Ligia Gargallo (2007), and María Teresa Ruiz (2017).
One of the candidates for the 2026 award is Dr. Andrea Mahn Osses, an academic in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Bioprocesses and Vice-Dean of R&D and Postgraduate Studies at the Faculty of Engineering, whose solid track record in research has led to her nomination in the Health Biotech category.