Developments in empowering and supporting women's role in scientific research in the United Arab Emirates.

An editorial is presented on the challenges faced by women in scientific research in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It reports on the advancements made in education, employment, and leadership roles. It highlights the efforts towards gender equality in science through initiatives like the L'Oréal—the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) For Women in Science International Awards.