Editorial: Women in obstetric and pediatric pharmacology: 2023

The global disparity in gender representation within the field of research, particularly in science, is a concerning issue highlighted by recent UNESCO data, indicating that less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women. Despite having leadership aspirations like their male counterparts, women in science face significant barriers that impede their advancement. Biases and gender stereotypes exacerbate these challenges, leading many talented female researchers to leave the scientific community, especially those facing additional discrimination due to factors such as race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. This Research Topic aims to showcase the diverse contributions of female researchers across all aspects of pharmacological research to address these inequities and promote the work of women scientists in obstetric and pediatric pharmacology.