Lecture with Tatiana Sampaio at IFTM in Patrocínio Sold Out in 28 Minutes
A lecture featuring scientist Tatiana Sampaio at IFTM in Patrocínio sold out just 28 minutes after registration opened.
Contest 'Beautiful, Scientist, and from the Bar' opens registrations for women researchers in Juiz de Fora
A contest aimed at promoting women researchers has opened registrations in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, facilitating their presentation of academic work in an informal setting.
Are women more empathetic than men? What science says
The article examines gender stereotypes surrounding traits such as empathy, dominance, and assertiveness, highlighting persistent biases in the perception of success and power across genders.
Women have never had it easy in science. Prejudices have persisted in European culture for two thousand years
The article discusses the longstanding challenges women have faced in science due to persistent cultural prejudices in Europe.
Activist and Scientist: Understand Why the UFRGS Rector is Highlighted in Forbes' List and How She Seeks to Break Stereotypes
Márcia Cristina Bernardes Barbosa, rector of UFRGS and a prominent physicist, has been recognized by Forbes for her contributions to science and her advocacy for women's representation in the field.
Before computers, there was this woman: She measured the Universe without touching a telescope
Henrietta Swan Leavitt made groundbreaking contributions to astronomy by calculating the size of the Universe without direct telescopic observations.
L’Oréal Group and UNESCO open regional call for the program 'For Women in Science'
L’Oréal Group and UNESCO have launched a regional program aimed at supporting women and girls in science, in collaboration with several universities in Ecuador.
Kadri Aavik: The Science System Gives an Advantage to Male Researchers
Kadri Aavik discusses the disparities in the academic career progression of male and female researchers in Estonia, highlighting systemic biases that favor male scientists.
Tatiana Sampaio, scientist who developed a molecule that can reverse spinal cord injuries, participates in event at IFTM in Patrocínio
Tatiana Sampaio, a leading researcher in spinal cord injury recovery, will participate in the 'Extraordinary Women' event at the IFTM in Patrocínio, Brazil.
Nobel-winning scientist with 3 girls in Epstein's mansion... The discovery that changed the world
New revelations from Epstein's files link Nobel laureate James Watson to photographs taken at Jeffrey Epstein's mansion with three young women.
Anna Psarouda-Benaki: The Woman Who Broke the 'Taboos'
Anna Psarouda-Benaki, a prominent figure in Greek law and public life, passed away having made historic strides as the first female President of the Hellenic Parliament and the first female president of the Academy of Athens.
More women, better science
The article discusses the importance of inclusivity in science and technology, emphasizing the need for more women's participation to truly innovate in the age of artificial intelligence.
Kaklamanis on Anna Psarouda Benaki: I bid farewell to a friend, a great lady of politics
Nikita Kaklamanis, the President of the Greek Parliament, expressed his heartfelt condolences for the death of Anna Psarouda-Benaki, highlighting her significant contributions to the country's politics and science.
Professor of English: Fiction Revives Forgotten Women in the History of Science
An Estonian professor emphasizes the role of female authors in bringing attention to the overlooked contributions of women in science during the 'Women and Girls in Science' week.
Professor of Anglistics: Fiction Revives the Forgotten Women of the History of Science
Estonian professor Julia Kuznetski argues that literature by female authors highlights the contributions of women in the history of science often overlooked by male counterparts.
Africa: International Day of Women and Girls in Science - Women Shaping Africa's Future Through Science
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science highlights the ongoing gender gap in Africa's science sector and initiatives to support women's participation in science.
Where artificial intelligence is headed and what women can do
The article discusses the significance of women in science, particularly during the 'Women and Girls in Science' day celebrated in Estonia.
Women group seeks functional science labs in schools
A women's group has called on Nigerian development agencies to enhance education by equipping schools with functional science laboratories to encourage young girls in the sciences.
Sabrina González Pasterski, the Cuban-born physicist who built a plane at 14 and whose work was cited by Stephen Hawking
Sabrina González Pasterski, a Cuban-born physicist, reflects on her identity and achievements, including leading a significant project at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Canada.
Science and inequality: invisible costs and the scissor effect drive women away from scientific careers
The article discusses how hidden costs and societal barriers hinder women's participation in scientific careers, especially highlighted on International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
World Day of Women in STEM: with Back to School 2,000 students in Enel's program on the gender gap in scientific professions
Enel has launched the Back to School program to encourage young women to pursue STEM careers, countering stereotypes and barriers in access to technical and scientific professions.
Women group urges NDDC, NEDC to equip schools with laboratories
Women in Chemistry is urging Nigerian development agencies to improve science education by providing functional laboratories in schools.
Monkey Pepper: Grandma's Backyard Plant Can Help Women's Health; Understand
The Pimenta-de-Macaco (Monkey Pepper) plant, often overlooked in Brazilian backyards, has been validated by science for its health benefits, especially for women.
Prof. Magdalena Żadkowska: Science Needs Women to Describe 100% Instead of 50% of the World
Prof. Magdalena Żadkowska discusses the challenges faced by women in academia, highlighting the need for greater support and collaboration to enable their success and prevent the loss of talent.
Anniversaries of February 11: what happened on a day like today?
February 11 marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, along with various other commemorative events and anniversaries.
"If I had been born a man, it would probably have been easier," says scientist Lucie Ráčková
Czech scientist Lucie Ráčková discusses the challenges women face in academia during International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Who Decided That Science Wasn't for Them?
The article discusses the gender gap in science, arguing that it begins in school and is influenced by a lack of role models and societal messages that discourage girls from pursuing science.
How to Encourage Girls to Pursue Their Passion for Science: Three Experts Respond
Experts discuss the educational and cultural barriers that hinder girls' interest in science and suggest methods to support their engagement.
Scientific publications trust researchers less
A new study indicates that gender bias persists in scientific publishing, with articles authored by women facing longer review times than those authored by men.
The Strategic Talent of Women for the Development of Our Country
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Terna emphasizes its commitment to promoting women's access and growth in STEM fields as key to national development.
The debt of science to women
The article discusses the structural inequities in science that disadvantage women and emphasizes the need for inclusive approaches to research.
Anselm Kiefer: Women between Earth Connectedness and Ecstasy
Anselm Kiefer's latest exhibition in Milan explores the contributions of alchemists to early science through the lens of women's experiences, while rejecting the notion of seeking justice for those overlooked.
US varsity honours Nigerian student
Mary Adesina, a Nigerian doctoral student at the University of Houston, has been awarded the International Fellowship by the American Association of University Women for her significant contributions to cancer research.
Josefina Castellví, a reference in polar management and research
Josefina Castellví, a pioneering oceanographer and microbiologist, was the first woman to direct a scientific station in Antarctica, leading the Juan Carlos I base.
This Year's Laureates of State Science Awards Announced: Lifetime Achievement Award Goes to Martin Zobel
The government confirmed this year's winners of the State Science Awards, with Martin Zobel receiving the lifetime achievement award for his significant contributions to ecological science in Estonia.
Oceanographer Josefina Castellví dies at 90, the first woman to lead a base in Antarctica
Josefina Castellví, the first Spanish woman to participate in an Antarctic expedition, has passed away in Barcelona at the age of 90.
Breakthrough in in vitro. Scientists give hope to women trying to conceive
Researchers have rejuvenated egg cells, addressing age-related fertility issues faced by women, particularly after 40.
Science Shatters the Myth of the 'Emotional Woman' and 'Rational Man'
Research challenges traditional stereotypes depicting men as rational decision-makers and women as emotional, revealing the complexities of gender differences in thinking and decision-making.