Nobuko Kobayashi co-leads the consumer practice of global strategy consulting group EY-Parthenon. This article reflects the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the global EY organization or its member firms.
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French microbiologist Emmanuelle Charpentier, left, and Jennifer Doudna of the U.S. in October 2015: The groundbreaking discovery by the duo of female scientists left a memorable impression. © Reuters
Nobuko Kobayashi co-leads the consumer practice of global strategy consulting group EY-Parthenon. This article reflects the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the global EY organization or its member firms.