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Mar 26, 2019
Here’s why NASA really canceled its first all-women spacewalk
The reasons are understandable, but they also reinforce concerns about gender bias.
Mar 22, 2019
Karen Uhlenbeck won the ‘Nobel of math’—but women are still under-represented in the field
Confidence in math early on differs by gender and plays a key role in future success.
Oct 02, 2018
The physics Nobel Prize goes to high-tech lasers and honors the first woman in 55 years
A rare nod to technology over fundamental physics.
Apr 25, 2018
Crowdfunding helps women succeed in tech because venture capital won’t
On Kickstarter and Indiegogo, women outperform men.
Mar 09, 2018
Science needs to be more inclusive and women are making it happen
500 Women Scientists, and counting, are changing the face of the field
Jan 26, 2017
More evidence that sexism is a big problem in science
Peer review is a critical part of science, so why are women being excluded?
Jul 15, 2016
‘Ghostbusters’ Star Kate McKinnon Is Obsessed With Physics
Her thoughts on proton packs, soldering, and her 'science geek/punk rock bizarro' character
Mar 09, 2016
Women Scientists You Didn’t Learn About In School
In celebration of International Women's Day