Induction Year:
1991
Achievement Category:
Math, Science and Health Services
County:
Franklin
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In addition to her significant accomplishments as a professional scientist, Raquel Diaz-Sprague is a tireless advocate for an ethical and humane work environment. Her efforts to promote the advancement of women in scientific careers and her commitment to eliminating all forms of discrimination from the workplace make her an outstanding role model.
Raquel earned a bachelor of science degree in pharmacy and biochemistry from the Universidad Nacional de Trujillo in her native Peru. Graduated with highest honors, she won a Fulbright Scholarship to pursue graduate studies in the United States. She received a Master of Science degree in microbiology from The Ohio State University in 1974, and was a visiting scholar at the University of London, Westfield College, from 1975 to 1976.
After working at Chemical Abstracts and Battelle Columbus Laboratories, Raquel's expanding professional interests led her back to graduate school. She earned a Master of Business Administration degree in labor and human resources management from The Ohio State University in 1987, and founded her own company the following year. Technical Support Incorporated provides technical translations in four languages, management consulting and scientific recruitment services.
Raquel has been active with the American Chemical Society throughout her career. In 1984, she established the Women Chemists Committee within the Society's Columbus Section, and represents this organization on the National Women Chemists Board. In 1988, she was named Exemplar of Women in Science, Engineering and Mathematics by the Ohio Academy of Science, and she currently serves as executive director of the Association for Women in Science of Central Ohio.
Raquel is an organizer and featured presenter for many scientific conferences that emphasize the ethical application of science. Her current research interests focus on ethical management practices in the technological workplace. |
